Setup Company Outside India
Setting up a company outside India is one of the most powerful ways for Indian entrepreneurs, promoters, and investors to access global markets, raise offshore capital, consolidate international investments, and build a legitimate, regulated corporate presence in key jurisdictions. Whether it is a Delaware C-Corp for a US-facing SaaS business, a UK limited company for European clients, a Singapore Pte Ltd as a regional HQ, a Dubai free zone entity for the GCC, or a group holdco in Mauritius — the right structure unlocks global opportunity and long-term value.
But incorporating offshore is not just “forming a company abroad”. For Indians, every offshore entity must be built around FEMA’s Overseas Investment (OI) framework, the Income Tax Act, DTAAs, transfer pricing, and the host country’s own corporate, tax, and regulatory laws. Get the wrong jurisdiction, the wrong entity type, or the wrong reporting trail, and a well-intentioned expansion can become an expensive compliance headache for the promoter and the Indian company.
We offer end-to-end advisory for setting up companies outside India — from jurisdiction selection and structuring to FEMA OI / ODI compliance, local incorporation, banking, tax and treaty positioning, nominee / local director support, and ongoing cross-border compliance — so your offshore entity is built cleanly, runs compliantly, and truly enables your global plan.
Two Routes for Indians Setting Up Overseas
Indian Company as Shareholder
Indian company invests in an overseas Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) or Joint Venture (JV) under the FEMA OI framework.
- Governed by OI Rules, 2022
- OI / ODI filings via AD Banker
- Form FC / APR reporting
- Financial commitment limits apply
- Suited for operating companies, groups
- Clean separation from promoter
Resident Individual as Shareholder
Indian resident individual sets up an overseas company under LRS or as permitted under the OI framework.
- LRS up to prescribed annual limit
- OI rules for eligible individuals
- Common for founders & start-ups
- Reporting via AD Banker
- Personal tax implications apply
- Careful structure is essential
Our Setup Company Outside India Services
Jurisdiction Selection
Evaluation of host countries on tax, regulation, talent, banking, and market parameters.
Structure Design
Choice of entity type, holdco vs operating company, and long-term group architecture.
FEMA OI / ODI Filing
Form FC, Annual Performance Report (APR), and AD Banker-routed remittances and filings.
Local Incorporation
Overseas company registration, director KYC, address, and constitutional documents.
Tax & Treaty Advisory
Corporate tax, DTAA benefits, PE analysis, and tax residency positioning advisory.
Transfer Pricing
Inter-company pricing between Indian and overseas entities with documentation support.
Banking & Treasury
Corporate bank account opening, payment rails, treasury, and currency management.
Ongoing Compliance
Annual filings, audit, APR, transfer pricing, FATCA / CRS, and cross-border coordination.
Popular Jurisdictions We Support
Delaware C-Corp / LLC
The default US structure for SaaS, fintech, and VC-funded start-ups targeting US clients.
UK Private Limited
Companies House registered limited company, VAT, HMRC payroll, and UK client contracting.
Singapore Pte Ltd
ACRA registered Pte Ltd — popular regional HQ, treasury, and IP holding destination.
UAE Mainland / Free Zone
Mainland, free zone, DIFC, and ADGM companies for GCC-facing businesses and holdcos.
Mauritius GBC / AC
Global Business Company and Authorised Company structures for India & Africa-focused investment.
Dutch BV
BV structures for European IP holding, royalties, and regional operations.
Hong Kong Ltd
Hong Kong limited companies for Greater China trade, treasury, and cross-border holding.
Offshore Holdcos
Cayman Exempted Companies and BVI BC structures for funds, SPVs, and global holdcos.
When Indians Set Up a Company Outside India
Global SaaS & Start-Ups
US-facing SaaS and tech start-ups raising VC capital through a Delaware C-Corp parent.
Access to New Markets
Local contracting, billing, and customer comfort in USA, UK, EU, GCC, Singapore, and Africa.
Global Group Holdco
Consolidation of international investments in a well-governed offshore holding company.
IP & Royalty Hub
Ownership of global IP, trademarks, and royalty streams through a suitable jurisdiction.
Regional Treasury
Regional treasury, cash pooling, and finance functions close to key markets.
Fundraising & Exits
Structures designed for offshore VC / PE fundraising, listings, and strategic exits.
Projects & Contracts
Overseas project execution, EPC contracts, and local bidding requirements.
Family & Wealth Planning
Structured offshore holdings for UHNI families, succession, and global asset management.
Documents Typically Required
Indian Investor
- PAN & identity proof
- Address proof & utility bill
- Passport-size photographs
- Latest ITR / financials
- Source of funds declaration
- Board resolution (if company)
- Authorization to signatories
FEMA OI / ODI Filings
- Form FC / ODI forms
- Valuation report (where needed)
- Auditor’s certificate
- AD Banker KYC & remittance papers
- FEMA declarations & undertakings
- Annual Performance Report (APR)
Overseas Incorporation
- Proposed name options
- Objects / activities to be carried out
- Registered office & local address
- Director & shareholder KYC
- Apostilled / legalised documents
- Power of Attorney to local agent
- Business plan & activity scope
Our End-to-End Setup Approach
Strategy
Business goals, jurisdiction shortlisting, and choice of entity type & investor route.
Structuring
Tax & treaty modelling, PE analysis, transfer pricing, and group architecture.
FEMA & Banking
OI / ODI filings, LRS compliance, AD Banker coordination, and overseas remittance.
Incorporation
Local incorporation, directors, address, bank accounts, and initial tax registrations.
Ongoing Compliance
APR, tax filings, transfer pricing, FATCA / CRS, and cross-border compliance calendar.
Why Set Up an Overseas Company with Us
FAQs on Setting Up a Company Outside India
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