Company Secretaries
India Entry Services in India
Our India Entry Services Practice
Teotia & Associates, Company Secretaries provides comprehensive advisory services to foreign investors seeking to establish and operate businesses in India. Our practice focuses on guiding international clients through the regulatory, legal, and procedural framework governing foreign investments, ensuring a smooth and compliant market entry. We assist in evaluating entry strategies, selecting appropriate business structures, and understanding sector-specific regulations to align investments with long-term business objectives.
We work closely with foreign investors, multinational corporations, and overseas promoters to support business setup in India, including incorporation of subsidiaries, formation of joint ventures, and establishment of branch, liaison, or project offices. Our services also include advisory on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy, compliance under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), and assistance with regulatory approvals and filings.
With a structured and practical approach, we ensure that foreign investments are executed in compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements. We also provide ongoing compliance support, enabling businesses to operate efficiently while maintaining regulatory discipline. Our focus on clarity, efficiency, and risk mitigation helps foreign investors establish a strong and sustainable presence in India.
Our Services
Key Contacts
Kunal Teotia
Partner
India Market Entry & Strategy Advisory
We provide comprehensive advisory to foreign businesses planning to enter the Indian market. Our services include analysing regulatory frameworks, market conditions, and legal requirements to design an effective entry strategy. We advise on suitable business structures such as wholly owned subsidiaries, joint ventures, branch offices, and liaison or project offices. By aligning business objectives with regulatory requirements, we help foreign investors establish a strong and compliant presence in India.
Our structured approach ensures clarity in the entry process, minimises risks, and supports long-term business objectives while enabling smooth and efficient market entry.
Business Setup & Establishment Services
We assist foreign investors in setting up their business operations in India in a structured and legally compliant manner. Our services include incorporation of wholly owned subsidiaries, setting up joint ventures, and establishment of branch, liaison, or project offices. We provide end-to-end support including documentation, regulatory filings, and coordination with authorities.
Our objective is to ensure that the business is established correctly from the outset, with full compliance with corporate and foreign investment regulations, enabling smooth commencement of operations without procedural delays or legal complications.
FDI & FEMA Advisory Services
We provide detailed advisory on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and compliance under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). Our services include guidance on sectoral caps, eligibility conditions, foreign investment structuring, and downstream investment compliance. We also advise on share subscription, share allotment, and transfer of shares between residents and non-residents.
Our objective is to ensure that all foreign investment transactions are structured in a legally compliant and commercially practical manner, enabling investors to operate confidently within the Indian regulatory framework.
Regulatory Approvals & Transaction Support
We assist in obtaining necessary regulatory approvals and managing documentation for foreign investment transactions. Our services include preparation and filing of FDI-related forms with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), assistance in obtaining approvals, and advisory on External Commercial Borrowings (ECB).
We also provide support in structuring and executing funding transactions involving foreign investors. By ensuring accurate documentation and timely filings, we help clients complete transactions smoothly while avoiding regulatory delays and compliance risks.
Ongoing Compliance & Repatriation Advisory
We provide continuous compliance support to foreign-owned companies operating in India. Our services include advisory on ongoing FEMA compliance, monitoring regulatory requirements, and ensuring timely completion of statutory filings. We also assist in repatriation of profits, dividends, and other funds in accordance with applicable regulations.
Our objective is to ensure that foreign investors remain compliant at all times while enabling efficient movement of funds. With a proactive and structured approach, we help businesses maintain regulatory discipline and operate smoothly in the Indian market.