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Germany to India · Exit

Exit and restructuring for a German parent

CA Utsav Dogra, Chartered Accountant, ICAI M. No. 542375 · Updated

In brief

A German parent can exit by sale, buyback, voluntary liquidation or merger. Gains on Indian shares: India can tax under its domestic law; Germany exempts 95% of a corporate seller's gain. Where India taxes, long-term gains on unlisted shares are taxed at 12.5%. A German corporate seller exempts 95% of the gain under Section 8b.

What is specific to German companies

Germany exempts 95% of a corporate seller's gain, while India can tax it; model both before choosing the timing.

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How SU and Company helps

We plan and carry out exits and reorganisations on the Indian side.

  • Valuation and FEMA pricing
  • Tax computation on gains
  • FC-TRS and closure filings
  • Liquidation, merger and strike-off steps
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Questions

How long does a voluntary liquidation take?

Usually many months, depending on tax and regulatory clearances.

General information as at 5 November 2026, not advice for a particular case. Indian and German rules change often; confirm the current position before acting. German law points should be confirmed with a German adviser.

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