Global Entity Setup & Regulatory Filings
Setting up and maintaining entities abroad — jurisdiction choice, incorporation, ODI reporting and ongoing overseas filings.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000
- Typical duration
- 30 days
Service overview
- Global entity setup helps Indian businesses and entrepreneurs establish subsidiaries, branches or holding companies abroad, then manage ongoing regulatory filings
- This includes jurisdiction selection, incorporation, local tax registrations and annual compliance, with FEMA-compliant overseas investment reporting in India
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- Indian companies expanding into markets such as the USA, UAE, Singapore or the UK.
- Startups flipping or setting up overseas holding structures.
- Groups needing annual compliance or closure of foreign entities.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- Jurisdiction comparison covering tax, cost, substance and ease of doing business.
- Incorporation through local partners.
- Bank account support.
- Local tax and VAT registrations.
- ODI reporting in India.
- Annual filings, statutory audits, economic substance and transfer pricing compliance, and dissolution support.
Key deliverables
- Jurisdiction recommendation.
- Incorporation documents and registrations.
- ODI filings in India.
- Annual compliance calendar and filed returns.
Standard turnaround time
- Jurisdiction study: 1–2 weeks.
- Incorporation: 1–6 weeks, depending on the country.
- Bank account opening: 2–8 weeks.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
- Government fees vary by jurisdiction and entity type.
- ODI must be reported to the AD bank as prescribed.
- Key outcome: a legally compliant overseas presence connected to Indian regulations.
Forms & filings involved
- Foreign incorporation forms (as per the jurisdiction).
- ODI forms and APR in India.
- Local tax registrations and annual returns.
- Beneficial ownership filings.
Documents required
- Indian entity documents and board resolutions.
- KYC of directors and shareholders (passport, address proof).
- Business plan.
- Audited financials (for ODI).
What we need from you
- Clarity on business objectives.
- Timely notarisation or apostille of documents.
- Availability for bank KYC.
Important conditions
- Overseas investment must comply with ODI Rules, including financial commitment limits.
- Substance requirements apply in many jurisdictions.
- Foreign authorities' timelines are outside the control.
Additional information
- Consider tax treaties and transfer pricing before choosing a jurisdiction.
- Related services: FEMA, Transfer Pricing, OECD BEPS Compliance.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
How does an Indian company invest abroad?
As Overseas Direct Investment under the FEMA (Overseas Investment) Rules, 2022, reported through the AD bank.
Which filings follow an ODI?
Form ODI at investment, an Annual Performance Report, the FLA return and reporting of any disinvestment.
Which jurisdiction is best for an overseas entity?
It depends on markets, tax treaties, substance requirements, costs and investor preferences.
Does the overseas entity need its own compliance?
Yes — local accounts, tax returns and corporate filings in the host country, alongside Indian reporting.