Subsidiary Company Registration in India for Foreign Companies

Be it its Wholly-Owned Subsidiary Company Registration or a Joint Venture, the Startup Lab checks the full process. We are your go-to partner if you’re a foreign entrepreneur looking to break into the Indian market. You can focus on your vision while we set up the process.

Who Is It Ideal For?

  • Foreign tech companies
  • Those looking to enter the Indian market and serve local customers
  • Manufacturing companies
  • Those Interested in producing an Indian unit
  • E-commerce brands
  • Those expanding into India, a growing online market
  • Global B2B service providers
  • Those who want to offer services to Indian businesses 
  • Foreign startups with Indian teams or founders
  • Big MNCs
  • Those who want legal local operations

Benefits of Registering a Subsidiary in India

Get 100% India-approved FDI in many sectors

Quick access to India’s fast-growing market

Start work as a local entity

Get multiple benefits of Tax structuring and repatriation

Protect Intellectual Property (IP) and branding in India

Hire employees on the Indian payroll

Get local vendor contracts and government tenders

Easy compliance under the Companies Act

Step-by-Step Subsidiary Company Registration Process

1. Name Approval: Apply via the MCA RUN form

2. Digital Signatures (DSC) for foreign directors

3. Director Identification Number (DIN) application

4. Preparing a MoA & AoA – customised to match business goals

5. PAN, TAN & GST registration

6. File SPICe+ INC-32 for incorporation

7. RBI & FEMA compliance filing within 30 days

Documents Required

You must bring all the following documents to start the process:

For Foreign Directors

  • Passport & Address Proof (notarised)
  • Photo & Email ID

For Parent Company

  • Incorporation Certificate
  • Board Resolution for investing in an Indian subsidiary

For the Indian Office

  • Rent Agreement / Utility Bill
  • NOC from the property owner


India is one of India’s top locations for private limited company formation due to its infrastructure and ease of doing business.

People Also Ask (FAQs)

Yes, in most sectors under the automatic route.

Yes, It is crucial to have one director who is staying in India.

Usually 10–14 working days, depending on documentation.

Yes, subject to FEMA and RBI compliance.

Only if turnover is more than ₹40 lakhs or if it offers interstate goods and services.

Yes, after incorporation with PAN and proof of address.

No, the entire process can be done remotely.

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