Geopolitical & Regulatory Factors
Foreign investments may occasionally be subject to enhanced regulatory scrutiny or due-diligence requirements.
Market Entry
Enter the Indian Market with Structure
Shila Corp supports businesses entering India through end-to-end incorporation, compliance, regulatory, banking, foreign-investment and import-export support.
From Planning to Operations
Entering India presents significant opportunities, but establishing the right corporate structure and navigating regulatory requirements can be complex.
Shila Corp helps international companies move from market-entry planning to incorporation, compliance and ongoing operations through a structured execution approach.
Whether you are establishing a subsidiary, preparing foreign investment documentation or coordinating import-export readiness, our support is designed around clarity and practical next steps.
Process
Your India Setup Journey
A structured view of the stages international companies commonly navigate when establishing and operating in India.
Step 01
Digital Signature & Director Identification
- Facilitate Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) procurement for proposed directors of the Indian company.
- Support obtaining Director Identification Numbers (DIN) as required for company registration.
At least one resident director requirement may apply according to applicable Indian company law. Requirements should be confirmed for the specific case.
Step 02
Company Incorporation
- Corporate structure planning, with a Private Limited Company commonly used for foreign subsidiaries.
- Company name reservation and SPICe+ filings.
- Coordination of parent-company and director documentation.
- Registered-office requirements and Certificate of Incorporation.
Company names are processed through MCA company incorporation services.
Foreign documents may require English translation, notarisation, apostille, or appropriate embassy/consular attestation, depending on applicable requirements.
Step 03
Post-Incorporation
- Statutory registers, share certificates and first board meeting documentation.
- Auditor appointment documentation and bank account opening support.
- Commencement of business filing where applicable.
- PAN, TAN, GST, Professional Tax, Shops & Establishments, ESIC/EPFO and IEC where applicable.
Step 04
Foreign Equity & RBI/FEMA
- Foreign capital remittance coordination and investment documentation.
- Applicable RBI reporting and FEMA compliance support.
- FC-GPR related support and shareholder/investment reporting coordination.
Step 05
Dematerialisation
- Assistance obtaining an ISIN for shares where applicable.
- Support in opening appropriate demat account arrangements.
- Share dematerialisation coordination support.
Step 06
Ongoing Compliance
- ROC filings, income tax compliance coordination and corporate filings.
- Applicable labour compliance, including EPF and ESI where relevant.
- Ongoing reporting and industry-specific regulatory coordination.
Requirements, timelines and regulatory applicability may vary by company structure, business activity, jurisdiction and changes in law. Consultation is recommended before implementation.
Key Considerations
Cross-border expansion benefits from careful attention to regulatory, currency and operational factors.
Currency Management
Cross-border businesses should consider foreign-exchange movements when planning capital, expenses and profit repatriation.
Profit Repatriation
Dividend and profit transfers must comply with applicable foreign exchange, taxation and FEMA requirements.
Expert Guidance
Cross-border expansion involves corporate, regulatory, tax, banking and operational considerations that should be coordinated carefully.
Discuss Your India Expansion
Tell us about your plans and our team can help you identify practical next steps.