What is specific to Japanese companies
The India–Japan CEPA has been in force since 1 August 2011. Japanese investment is strongest in automotive, electronics and infrastructure.
Sectors
- Automotive and components
- Electronics and industrial machinery
- Infrastructure and urban development
- Trading companies (sogo shosha)
A trade agreement does not change FDI caps, FEMA pricing or RBI reporting.
Our services
How SU and Company helps
We assess whether a GIFT City unit or a mainland company fits the business and set up the chosen entity.
- IFSC versus mainland comparison
- Entity incorporation
- Accounting, tax and compliance after set-up
Questions
Does a trade agreement change FDI rules?
No. Tariffs and services access change; FDI policy, sector caps and FEMA reporting still apply.
General information as at 5 November 2026, not advice for a particular case. Indian and Japanese rules change often; confirm the current position before acting. Japanese law points should be confirmed with a Japanese adviser.