Entry Strategy And Incorporation

We advise foreign companies, startups, and investors on the optimal strategies for entering and establishing a presence in the Indian market. Our Entry Strategy & Incorporation practice offers end-to-end legal and regulatory guidance—ensuring that your India entry is compliant, tax-efficient, and aligned with your long-term business goals. Whether you’re setting up a liaison office, joint venture, or wholly owned subsidiary, we help you choose the right structure, navigate regulatory approvals, and ensure a smooth launch. Our cross-practice team of corporate, tax, regulatory, and sectoral experts work closely with global clients to deliver customized India-entry solutions. From choosing the right business structure to ensuring regulatory approvals and post-incorporation support, we ensure a seamless setup experience with minimal friction and maximum compliance.

Entry Strategy Advisory

• Strategic legal assessment of entry options:
• Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS)
• Joint Venture (JV)
• Branch Office (BO), Liaison Office (LO), Project Office (PO)
• Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
• Sectoral FDI analysis under the Consolidated FDI Policy and FEMA Regulations
• Assessment of entry routes (automatic vs. government approval)
• Advice on structuring investments to meet FDI-linked performance conditions, pricing norms, and control thresholds
• Market-specific regulatory and compliance strategy (e.g., ecommerce, pharma, fintech, defence, etc.)

Incorporation & Business Setup

• Incorporation of private limited companies, LLPs, and foreign company offices
• End-to-end assistance with:
• Name reservation (RUN application)
• Filing incorporation forms
• Drafting of MoA and AoA
• PAN, TAN, GST registration, ESIC, EPFO, and bank account opening
• Obtaining sector-specific licenses and approvals (DPIIT, RBI, SEZ, FSSAI, etc.)
• Setting up compliance calendars and SOPs for regulatory filings

Regulatory Filings & Post-Incorporation Compliance

• FDI reporting (FC-GPR, FC-TRS, etc.)
• Ongoing legal support with board meetings, statutory registers, and ROC compliance
• Drafting commercial agreements (employment, vendor, lease, service, and distribution)
• Advisory on employment laws, IP registration, and data protection compliance