India market entry • incorporation • compliance
Register Your Company in India With the Right Structure From Day One.
AU Corporate helps foreign companies, investors and founders choose an India entry structure, incorporate, navigate applicable FDI/FEMA requirements and build the tax, finance and compliance foundation for operations.
Start with your requirement
What are you planning to do in India?
Choose the closest fit. We'll use it to start the right conversation.
Your India entry journey
From the first decision to a compliant operating business.
A clear path helps international decision-makers understand what comes next without getting lost in legal or administrative detail.
Choose the right route
Which business structure fits your India plans?
The right answer depends on your activities, ownership, funding and regulatory position.
01Private Limited Company
Private Limited Company
Suitable for
Commercial operations, services, trading, manufacturing and scalable businesses.
Key consideration
A separate Indian legal entity; foreign ownership depends on the applicable FDI framework.
02Wholly Owned Subsidiary
Wholly Owned Subsidiary
Suitable for
Foreign parent companies seeking a controlled Indian operating entity.
Key consideration
Ownership, sector rules, FDI route and corporate compliance should be assessed.
03Joint Venture
Joint Venture
Suitable for
Businesses entering India with an Indian or international partner.
Key consideration
Shareholding, governance and applicable foreign investment rules matter.
04Branch Office
Branch Office
Suitable for
Certain foreign companies needing an Indian presence for permitted activities.
Key consideration
Eligibility and permitted activities are subject to applicable requirements.
05Liaison Office
Liaison Office
Suitable for
Foreign businesses seeking a representative presence where permitted.
Key consideration
Activities are restricted and regulatory eligibility must be assessed.
06Project Office
Project Office
Suitable for
Foreign companies executing an eligible specific project in India.
Key consideration
Structure and permissions depend on the project and applicable regulations.
Get ready to file
Documents required for company registration in India.
Exact requirements vary by structure and by whether directors and shareholders are Indian residents or foreign nationals — this is the general shape of what's needed.
Indian Directors
- PAN card
- Aadhaar or other government address proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Proof of registered office (utility bill / rent agreement / NOC)
Foreign Directors
- Passport copy (notarised/apostilled where applicable)
- Overseas address proof
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) arrangement
- Board resolution, where the shareholder is a foreign company
Company / Entity
- Proposed name options for MCA approval
- Details of proposed directors and shareholders
- MOA and AOA drafting inputs
- Authorised capital and shareholding structure
Plan your budget
Typical cost and timeline by structure.
Indicative market ranges to help you plan — your actual cost and timeline depend on directors, shareholding, capital and sector, and are confirmed after a quick assessment.
| Structure | Typical Total Cost | Typical Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Private Limited Company | Typically ₹15,000 – ₹32,000 total | Around 10–15 working days |
| Wholly Owned Subsidiary | Typically ₹25,000 – ₹45,000 total | Around 3–5 weeks, incl. FDI reporting |
| LLP | Typically ₹10,000 – ₹20,000 total | Around 10–15 working days |
For international businesses
Entering India from the USA, UK, Japan, Australia, GCC, Europe or APAC?
Plan your India entry with coordinated support across entity selection, FDI/FEMA, incorporation, PAN/TAN, GST, banking, accounting, payroll, transfer pricing, tax and ongoing compliance.
Beyond registration
Support your Indian entity after registration.
One coordinated team across the wider finance, tax, payroll and compliance lifecycle.
Questions foreign businesses ask
India company registration FAQs.
Your next step
Ready to Enter India?
Tell us what you want to do in India. We will help you map the right next step.