Incorporation of Business Entity
India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and a highly promising destination for starting a new business. With a robust regulatory framework and increasing ease of doing business, India has emerged as an attractive investment hub for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs).
NRIs can establish new business entities or acquire existing businesses partly or wholly in India, subject to applicable regulations. In most cases, a company with NRI investment can be incorporated within 10–15 working days.
10–15 Working Days
Typical timeline to incorporate a company with NRI investment in India
Types of Business Entities Available
NRIs can choose from the following business structures in India:
- Private Limited Company: Ideal for startups and growing businesses, offering limited liability and ease of raising funding.
- Public Limited Company: Suited to large-scale businesses planning to raise capital from the public.
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP): A flexible structure combining the benefits of a partnership with limited liability.
Business Setup Options for NRIs
Depending on investment strategy and control preferences, NRIs can opt for:
- Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS): 100% ownership by the NRI or foreign entity, permitted in most sectors under the automatic route.
- Joint Venture (JV) Company: Partnership with an Indian resident, NRI, or company to leverage local expertise and market access.
Regulatory Framework
NRI investments in India are governed by guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), along with the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy. Depending on the sector and structure, incorporation may proceed under the automatic route or may require prior government approval.
Our Incorporation Process
We guide you through each stage of setting up your company in India, from entity selection through final registration.
- Consult: We understand your business goals and recommend the right entity structure for your situation.
- Evaluate: We assess documentation, sector-specific requirements, and the applicable regulatory route.
- Execute: We handle the incorporation filings and coordinate with the relevant authorities on your behalf.
- Deliver: You receive your incorporation certificate and supporting documents, along with guidance on post-incorporation compliance.
Why NRI Advantage?
- End-to-end incorporation support across Private Limited, Public Limited, LLP, WOS, and JV structures matched to your investment strategy, not a one-size-fits-all filing.
- Full compliance handled under RBI, MCA, and FDI policy requirements, so your entity is correctly structured from day one.
- One team for incorporation, ongoing legal, and tax advisory secretarial compliance and tax planning continues seamlessly once your company is registered.
- Fully remote from entity selection through incorporation, without requiring travel to India.
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