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title: "Entry Strategy And Incorporation"
date: 2025-05-04
author: "IndiaLaw LLP"
url: https://www.indialaw.in/expertise/corporate-and-investment/entry-strategy-and-incorporation/
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# Entry Strategy And Incorporation

## Entry Strategy and Incorporation Law Firm in India for FDI and FEMA Compliance

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.

## Our Services

**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

## Related Expertise

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Managing Partner

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Partner

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### FAQs

#### What does an entry strategy and incorporation practice cover in India?

It covers the full spectrum of legal advisory for foreign companies entering India. This includes selecting the right entity structure, such as a subsidiary, joint venture, branch office, or LLP, conducting FDI sectoral analysis, handling MCA incorporation filings, and managing post-setup regulatory compliance.

#### When should a foreign company engage legal counsel for its India entry?

Ideally, before any commercial commitments are made. Early legal input shapes entity selection, FDI route assessment under FEMA, tax structuring, and sectoral licensing requirements. Engaging counsel after incorporation often means costly restructuring to fix compliance gaps or suboptimal structures.

#### Which regulators and laws govern foreign company incorporation in India?

The Companies Act 2013 and MCA govern incorporation. FEMA and RBI regulations control foreign investment inflows and reporting. The Consolidated FDI Policy determines sectoral caps and entry routes. Sector-specific regulators like DPIIT, FSSAI, or RBI may require additional licenses depending on the business activity.

#### How long does it typically take to incorporate a subsidiary in India?

A private limited company can be incorporated in roughly 10 to 15 business days once documents are ready. However, obtaining PAN, TAN, GST registration, bank accounts, and sector-specific approvals may add another 4 to 8 weeks. FDI reporting under FC-GPR must follow within 30 days of share allotment.

#### What documents are needed from a foreign parent to start incorporation?

Typically, the parent entity’s certificate of incorporation, board resolution authorizing India investment, passport copies of proposed directors, apostilled or notarized constitutional documents, and proof of registered office address in India. Digital signature certificates for directors must also be obtained before MCA filings.

#### What is the most common compliance mistake foreign companies make after setup?

Missing or delaying FDI reporting obligations under FEMA. RBI requires filings like FC-GPR within strict timelines after share allotment. Non-compliance can trigger compounding proceedings and complicate future capital raises, downstream investments, or exit transactions. Setting up a compliance calendar from day one is essential.

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# IndiaLaw LLP — Offices & Contact Details

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## General Contact

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| **Website** | https://www.indialaw.in |
| **Primary email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Primary phone** | +91 836-9995919 |
| **Contact form** | https://www.indialaw.in/connect/ |
| **Careers (separate channel)** | https://www.indialaw.in/careers/ |


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## All Offices (9 locations across 8 cities)

### 1. Mumbai — Registered Office & Head Office (Apeejay Chambers)

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| **Address** | Apeejay Chambers, Ground Floor, Wallace Street, Fort, Mumbai – 400 001 |
| **Phone** | [022-6924-7400](tel:02269247400) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/mumbai/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Arbitration · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Corporate · Banking · Real Estate · IP |
| **Notes** | The HQ. 5 partners based here. Handles PAN-India litigation, arbitration, corporate, banking, IP and real estate practice. Largest team across all offices. |

### 2. Mumbai — Non-Litigation Office (Excelsior, Fort)

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| **Address** | 4th Floor, New Excelsior Theatre Pvt. Ltd., Amrit Keshav Nayak Marg, Fort, Mumbai – 400 001 |
| **Phone** | [022-697-40500](tel:022-697-40500) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/mumbai/ |
| **Practice focus** | Non-litigation only — consultations, negotiations, transactional work |
| **Notes** | Opened 2024. Litigation and arbitration remain at the Apeejay Chambers head office. |

### 3. Delhi

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| **Address** | Flat No. 1107 & 1108, Prakashdeep Building, Tolstoy Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi – 110 001 |
| **Phone** | (general line: +91 836-9995919) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/delhi/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Arbitration · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Corporate · Banking · Real Estate |
| **Notes** | 3 partners based here. Located near the Supreme Court of India, Delhi High Court and other appellate bodies. |

### 4. Kolkata

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| **Address** | Centre Point Building, Room No. 214, 2nd Floor, Premises No. 21, Hemanta Basu Sarani, Opp. Great Eastern Hotel, P.S. Hare Street, Kolkata – 700 001, West Bengal |
| **Phone** | [+91 33 4813 1001](tel:+913348131001) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/kolkata/ |
| **Practice focus** | Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Commercial & Civil Litigation · Arbitration · Banking Litigation · Real Estate · Labour & Employment · Consumer |
| **Notes** | Advises banks, NBFCs, MSMEs and corporates on transactions and dispute resolution. Works in close coordination with the Mumbai HO. |

### 5. Chennai

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| **Address** | GF-A, 19 Casa Major Road, Egmore, Chennai – 600 008 |
| **Phone** | (general line: +91 836-9995919) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/chennai/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Real Estate |
| **Notes** | Full-fledged office with experienced legal team. Supported by Mumbai HO. |

### 6. Bengaluru (Bangalore)

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| **Address** | INDIALAW LLP, No. 7 Chinnaswamy Mudaliar Road, Shivaji Nagar, Bangalore – 560 051 |
| **Phone** | [080-4167-2444](tel:08041672444) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/bengaluru/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Real Estate · Family Laws · Labour |
| **Notes** | Located near Bangalore High Court. Handles corporate, commercial, banking and matrimonial disputes. |

### 7. Hyderabad

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| **Address** | 403, 4th Floor, Sanatana Ecstasy Building, beside Tanishq Show Room, Himayathnagar, Hyderabad – 500 029, Telangana |
| **Phone** | [040-6666-5166](tel:04066665166) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/hyderabad/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Banking · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Real Estate |
| **Notes** | Particularly well known for complex banking matters and real estate transactions. |

### 8. Cochin (Kochi)

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| **Address** | Second Floor, Pulikkal Building, K.K. Padmanabhan Road, Ernakulam North – 682 018, Kerala |
| **Phone** | [0484-3583961](tel:04843583961) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/cochin/ |
| **Practice focus** | Litigation · Insolvency & Bankruptcy · Real Estate |
| **Notes** | Commercial disputes, property litigation, financial-claim arbitrations and real estate transactions. |

### 9. Noida (NCR)

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| **Address** | No. 16 & 17, Silver Offices, 17th Floor, Wave One, Sector 18, Noida – 201 301 |
| **Phone** | (general line: +91 836-9995919) |
| **Email** | contact@indialaw.in |
| **Page** | https://www.indialaw.in/noida/ |
| **Practice focus** | Aviation · Insurance · Mergers & Acquisitions · Corporate |
| **Office head** | **Mr. Dinesh Gupta** (joined August 2025 to lead and expand the corporate practice) |
| **Notes** | Newest office. Sector-focused on highly regulated industries serving NCR-based clients. |

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## Quick-Dial Phone List

| Office | Phone |
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| Mumbai HO (Apeejay) | 022-6924-7400 |
| Mumbai Excelsior | 022-697-40500 |
| Kolkata | +91 33 4813 1001 |
| Bengaluru | 080-4167-2444 |
| Hyderabad | 040-6666-5166 |
| Cochin | 0484-3583961 |
| **General / Marketing line** | **+91 836-9995919** |

Delhi, Chennai and Noida route through the general number.

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