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Establish Your Regional Hub in India

Navigate global expansion with India's premier corporate structuring specialists. From Private Limited Company formation to GIFT City offshore structures and AIF fund vehicles, we deliver end-to-end entity setup and advisory.

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Standard Corporate Tax Rate
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FDI Allowed (Automatic Route)
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Largest Global Economy
90+
Double Tax Avoidance Agreements
Setup Strategy Entity Types 14 LLC Steps Offshore Company Transfer-IN LLPs Holding Co. Asian Holding Global LP

Company Setup Strategy

Aligning your corporate structure with global tax efficiency, operational agility, and long-term asset protection in India.

Tax Optimization Roadmap

Leverage India's concessional corporate tax regimes and GIFT City IFSC incentives to maximize profit retention across borders.

Asset Protection & Governance

Design legal firewalls between operating entities and holding companies to insulate core assets from trading risks.

Regional Expansion Hub

Utilize India as the ultimate launching pad into South Asia and the Middle East, benefiting from the India-UAE CEPA and SAFTA trade agreements.

Business Entity Type Comparison

Select the optimal entity vehicle for your commercial goals and regulatory requirements.

Entity Type Foreign Ownership Liability Exposure Tax Benefits Best Suited For
Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) 100% Allowed Limited to share capital Full Tax Incentives SMEs, Startups & Global Multinationals
One Person Company (OPC) Indian Resident Only Limited to share capital Corporate Tax Rates Single Founder / Small Businesses
India Branch Office 100% Foreign Parent Parent Company Liable Non-Resident Tax Rates Established Foreign Corporations
Liaison Office (LO) 100% Foreign Parent No Commercial Operations N/A (Non-trading) Market Research & Feasibility Studies

14 Steps to Register a Company in India

A step-by-step roadmap from MCA name reservation to bank opening and corporate governance.

1
Name Reservation

Reserve name via SPICe+ Part A / RUN service on the MCA21 portal.

2
DIN & DSC

Obtain Director Identification Number & Digital Signature Certificate.

3
Company Secretary

Mandatory for public companies or paid-up capital over ₹10 Crore.

4
Paid-up Capital

Minimum ₹1 nominal paid-up share capital requirement.

5
Registered Address

Provide valid local physical address in India within 30 days.

6
Draft MOA & AOA

Prepare Memorandum & Articles of Association.

7
KYC Clearance

Complete AML/KYC background verification checks.

8
SPICe+ / MCA Filing

Submit final incorporation package to the Registrar of Companies.

9
CIN Issuance

Receive Certificate of Incorporation with Corporate Identification Number.

10
Bank Account Setup

Open corporate accounts with premier tier-1 banks.

11
GST Registration

Assess & register if turnover exceeds ₹20 Lakh (services) / ₹40 Lakh (goods).

12
Special Licenses

Apply for RBI, SEBI, or Import-Export Code (IEC) if applicable.

13
Work Visa / Employment Visa

Secure an Employment Visa or Business Visa for foreign executives relocated to India HQ.

14
Annual Compliance Setup

Implement automated tax filing, audit & MCA Annual Return (MGT-7) schedules.

GIFT City IFSC Structuring

Combine India's economic scale with GIFT City's International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) tax efficiency. Qualifying units can access a 100% profit-linked tax holiday for 10 consecutive years out of 15, while maintaining access to global banking and capital markets.

No Capital Gains or Dividend Tax

Repatriate earnings globally without withholding taxes or capital tax liabilities.

OECD White-listed Jurisdiction

Avoid the scrutiny associated with traditional island tax havens.

Offshore Structure
Whitelisted Global Structuring

Maintain full compliance with FEMA, CRS, and FATCA while structuring international investments under Indian and IFSCA regulations.

Company Transfer-IN (Cross-Border Merger)

Merge your foreign business entity into an Indian company under RBI's Cross-Border Merger Regulations, preserving corporate history, existing contracts, and brand goodwill.

  • Preserve existing corporate identity and track record
  • Smooth transition of existing bank accounts and IP rights, subject to FEMA approval
  • Full access to India's growing consumer market and tax treaty network post-merger

Transfer-IN Eligibility Criteria

Asset Threshold

Total asset value of at least ₹10 Crore across group entities.

Revenue Scale

Annual revenue exceeding ₹10 Crore in previous financial year.

Solvency Protection

Solvency declaration confirming ability to pay debts within 12 months.

Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP)

Flexibility of a partnership combined with legal protection of a private limited company.

Tax Transparency Status

LLPs in India are taxed at a flat rate at the entity level; profit distributions to partners are then exempt in their hands, avoiding double taxation on the same income.

Partner Liability Shield

Partners are not personally liable for debts incurred by the LLP or wrongful acts of other partners, ideal for professional services practices.

Registered Holding Company

Consolidate investments, intellectual property, and subsidiary real estate under a single, highly respected India holding structure.

Dividend Flow

Concessional tax treatment available on qualifying dividend income from specified foreign subsidiaries.

IP Ownership

Centralize international patents & trademark licensing royalty income.

India Holding Tier

Top Tier: Ultimate Holding Co. (India)

Owns shares, IP & holds global bank treasury

Mid Tier: South Asia & Middle East Operating Hubs

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, UAE, Nepal

Base Tier: Local Commercial Operations

Trading, retail, local services entities

Asian Holding Company Gateway

Unrivaled treaty network across Asian economies for seamless cross-border commerce.

95+ DTA Treaties

Substantially reduce withholding tax rates on cross-border royalties, interest, and dividends throughout Asia.

Free Foreign Exchange

No foreign currency exchange restrictions or capital movement controls in and out of Singapore.

ASEAN Gateway

Direct trade agreements with dynamic high-growth markets including Vietnam, Indonesia, and Philippines.

Global LP Holding Companies

Limited Partnerships (LP) & Variable Capital Companies (VCC) designed specifically for Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Ultra High Net Worth Family Offices.

Private Equity Vehicles

Flexible capital distribution and non-public register for limited partners.

VCC Sub-Fund Structuring

Segregate assets and liabilities across multiple sub-funds under a single umbrella framework.

Key LP Structuring Advantages

  • General Partner (GP) Management Control
  • Confidentiality of Limited Partners (LP)
  • 13O / 13U Family Office Tax Exemption Scheme
  • Tailored Profit & Carry Incentive Distribution
Advisory Engagement

Schedule a Confidential Advisory Session

Our corporate advisory team will analyze your structure requirements and recommend the optimal Singapore company setup strategy.

Headquarters

12 Marina Boulevard, MBFC Tower 3, #28-01, Singapore 018982

Direct Advisory Line

+65 6789 0123 / +65 6789 0124

Email Inquiry

corporate@singaporeadvisory.sg

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