Foreign Wholly Owned Subsidiary
Establish a 100% owned Indian subsidiary for your foreign parent company with full regulatory compliance.
Overview
A Foreign Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) is an Indian entity where 100% of the share capital is held by a foreign parent company. It is the most robust and preferred route for international corporations to establish a full-scale presence in India, providing complete control over operations, brand, and strategy. WOS entities are incorporated as Private Limited Companies and must comply with both the Companies Act, 2013 and RBI/FEMA regulations.
Key Benefits
100% Control
The foreign parent company retains full ownership and decision-making power over the Indian entity.
Separate Legal Identity
A robust corporate structure that operates independently from the foreign parent.
Global Strategy Alignment
Ensures your Indian operations are fully aligned with your global brand and corporate strategy.
Limited Liability
Protects the foreign parent company from personal liability for Indian business debts.
Market Access
Enables international businesses to tap into one of the world's fastest-growing consumer markets.
Ease of Repatriation
Profits (after tax) can be repatriated to the parent company in the form of dividends.
Eligibility Requirements
Ensure your business meets these basic criteria for a smooth registration process.
Expert Tip
Having all directors present in India is not mandatory, but at least one director must be a resident of India (stayed in India for 182+ days).
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready to fast-track your application.
For Foreign Parent
- Certificate of Incorporation (translated & apostilled)
- Board Resolution authorizing the WOS
- MoA & AoA of Foreign Entity
For Indian Director
- PAN Card (Mandatory)
- Aadhaar Card / Address Proof
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
For Registered Office
- Utility Bill (Latest)
- Rent Agreement (if applicable)
- NOC from Property Owner
Registration Process
Our seamless digital-first approach ensures completion in the fastest possible time.
Structure Planning
Analysis of business activity under the latest FDI policy and WOS requirements.
Document Apostille
Guiding the parent company through notarization and apostille requirements in their home country.
Name Reservation (MCA)
Filing SPICe+ Part A for a unique name reflecting the global brand.
Incorporation Filing (SPICe+)
Submission of all notarized documents to the MCA portal.
Certificate of Incorporation
Company receives CIN, PAN, and TAN officially from the government.
RBI/FDI Reporting (FC-GPR)
Mandatory filing of foreign investment details via the FIRMS portal.
Mandatory Compliance
Staying compliant is crucial for your company's good standing. Non-compliance may lead to penalties and director disqualification.
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