Liaisonkontor · Indiaoppsett

Åpne dinLiaisonkontor i India

En lovlig indisk tilstedeværelse – for forskning, kommunikasjon og relasjonsbygging – uten kommersiell aktivitet.

A Kontor for forbindelser la ditt utenlandske selskap opprettholde en tilstedeværelse i India under RBI-godkjenning via FEMA — fullt lovlig, fullt i samsvar. Vi håndterer alt fra kvalifikasjoner til lansering.

RBI godkjent
FEMA-kompatibel
Ingen skjulte avgifter
6–8 ukers gjennomsnitt
Helhetlig støtte
Få gratis konsultasjon Sjekk min kvalifikasjon
6–8w
Gj.sn. oppsett
100+
Bedrifter hjulpet
3yr
Innledende godkjenning
1
Ekspert, fra start til slutt
Liaison Office India
Innledende godkjenning
3hilsen
Fornybar · Ingen kommersiell risiko
Bedrifter hjulpet
100+
Markedsadgang i India
Å forstå strukturen

Din tilstedeværelse i India — Uten forpliktelsen.

A Kontaktpersonkontor (LO) er et representasjonskontor godkjent av RBI i henhold til FEMA. Det lar ditt utenlandske selskap kommunisere, utforske og bygge relasjoner i India – uten noen kommersiell virksomhet. Alle utgifter må finansieres av innkommende remittering fra ditt morselskap i utlandet.

Hva gjør den annerledes

Et kontaktkontor er et lavest forpliktelse, lavest risiko måte for et utenlandsk selskap å etablere en juridisk tilstedeværelse i India. I motsetning til et filialkontor eller datterselskap, kan det ikke tjene en eneste rupi – men det gir deg et reelt, RBI-godkjent fotfeste for å utforske før du forplikter deg.

Tenk på det som din India lyttepost — lovlig, bemannet og operativt — mens din fulle markedsadgangsstrategi tar form.

Null kommersiell risiko RBI godkjent · Fornyes hvert 3. år
Liaison Office India
Hvem det er for
→Utenlandske selskaper ønsker Indian tilstedeværelse før full forpliktelse
→Selskaper som utforsker strategier for markedsadgang
→Bedrifter som bygger indiske partnerskap eller forsyningskjeder
→De som ennå ikke er klare for avdelingskontor eller datterselskap
Hva det kan gjøre
✓Markedsfør foreldres produkter/tjenester i India
✓Gjennomføre markedsundersøkelser og gjennomførbarhetsstudier
✓Fasilitere tekniske eller finansielle samarbeid
✓Vær en kommunikasjonskanal mellom foreldre og indiske enheter
Hva den ikke kan gjøre
✕Tjene noen inntekter eller inntekt i India
✕Drives handel eller kommersiell aktivitet
✕Signere kontrakter i eget navn
✕Ta betalt for tjenester eller produsere varer
Varighet og fornyelse
→Innledende godkjenning gyldig i 3 år
→Fornybar — søk minst 2 måneder før utløp
→Kan konverteres til filial eller datterselskap når som helst
→Kontinuerlig overholdelse av RBI og FEMA kreves
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Usikker på om et Én-manns kontor er riktig for deg?

Vi sammenligner det med filialkontor og datterselskap – gratis, på 15 minutter.

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RBI tillatte aktiviteter

Hva din kontaktkontor Kan og kan ikke gjøre

RBI angir en definert liste over tillatte aktiviteter for et kontaktkontor. Kontoret deres kan kun drive virksomhet innenfor disse rammene — vi gir dere råd om alle aktiviteter før dere setter i gang.

Tillatte aktiviteter
✓Representere morselskapet i India
✓Fremme import og eksport av foreldrenes produkter/tjenester
✓Gjennomføre markedsundersøkelser og mulighetsstudier
✓Fasilitere tekniske eller finansielle samarbeid
✓Vær en kommunikasjonskanal mellom foreldre og indiske enheter
✓Yte støtte til morselskapet når det gjelder kontakt og koordinering
Ikke tillatt
✕Tjene noen inntekter eller inntekt i India
✕Handle eller drive noen kommersiell aktivitet
✕Signere kontrakter i eget navn
✕Ta betalt for tjenester som ytes
✕Produsere eller bearbeide varer i India
✕Juridisk rådgivning (uttrykkelig forbudt — RBI-utkast 2025)
Å tjene penger — selv uten å mene det — utgjør et brudd på FEMA-regelverket som medfører alvorlige straffer.
Vi gjennomgår hver foreslått aktivitet før du starter. Ingen gråsoner forblir urådet.
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Usikker på om aktivitetene dine er tillatt?

Fortell oss hva virksomheten din i India trenger å gjøre – så gir vi deg råd om den riktige strukturen innen én virkedag.

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RBI-vilkår

Gjør du Kvalifiserer?

Møt hvem som helst av disse fire RBI-vilkårene – vi bekrefter hvilken som gjelder ved din første samtale, gratis, innen én virkedag.

01 —
Lønnsom merittliste
Morselskapet må ha en resultatskapende historikk for de umiddelbart foregående 3 regnskapsårene i hjemlandet.
02 —
Minimumsformue
En nettoformue på minst USD 50 000 (eller tilsvarende) i henhold til den siste reviderte balansen.
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03 —
Permitted Sector
Proposed activities must fall within the list of permitted liaison activities under FEMA — not from a restricted or approval-required FDI sector.
04 —
Letter of Comfort
If the applicant is a datterselskap and does not meet the criteria independently, a qualifying parent or group company can provide a Letter of Comfort to RBI.
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Regulert av FEMA Notification No. 22(R)/2016-RB · Processed via Authorised Dealer Category-I Bank
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Trinnvis prosess

Slik satte vi det opp For deg

⏱ Average 6–8 Weeks
01
Day 1
Gratis vurdering av kvalifisering
Company profile, financials & proposed activities reviewed before any applications are filed
02
Dag 2–7
Document Preparation & Apostille
Personalised checklist · Collection · Notarisation · Apostille — nothing bounced back
03
Week 2–5
Send inn skjema FNC til AD Bank
RBI application submitted via Authorised Dealer Bank · All follow-ups managed by us
04
Week 4–6
RBI Approval — UIN Issued
Unique Identification Number issued · Initial approval valid for 3 years · Renewable
05
Week 6–7
ROC Registration — Form FC-1
Form FC-1 filed with Registrar of Companies via MCA portal within 30 days of RBI approval
06
Week 7–8
Bank Account + PAN + TAN
Indian bank account opened · PAN & TAN applied · Ready to receive inward remittances
07
Week 8+
Overlevering og løpende etterlevelse
Liaison Office live · Annual filings · Renewal support · Closure or conversion managed
Most clients are live within 6–8 weeks.
We reduce delays by submitting complete, correctly prepared documents from day one.
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Next — what you need to provide
Documents Required

What You Need to Provide

We send you a complete, personalised checklist after your first call. Here’s what’s typically required — we guide every step of collection and legalisation.

Certificate of Incorporation (apostilled / notarised)
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Board resolution authorising LO setup in India
Audited financial statements (last 3 years)
Banker’s report from home country bank
KYC of authorised representative / Principal Officer
Details of proposed activities in India
Letter of Comfort from parent (if subsidiary)
Proof of registered office address in India
Power of Attorney (if head of company not signing)
We Handle This
Country-specific checklist sent after first call
We guide notarisation & apostille for every document
Indian Embassy attestation where required
Review before submission — nothing bounced back
Certified English translation arranged if needed
Note: All documents must be in English or with certified translation. Apostille required for Hague Convention countries.
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Ongoing Compliance

We Keep You Compliant, Always.

A Liaison Office has significant ongoing compliance obligations. We manage every filing so your LO stays active, RBI-compliant, and renewal-ready — throughout the full lifecycle.

01
Annual Activity Certificate
Filed by CA with AD Bank and DGIT (International Taxation) each year. Confirms only permitted activities were conducted.
02
Income Tax Return
Mandatory even though the LO earns no income. Filed under Section 139(1) of the Income Tax Act annually.
03
ROC Annual Filings
Form FC-3 (financial statements) and Form FC-4 (annual return) filed with MCA within prescribed deadlines each year.
04
FLA Return
Foreign Liabilities and Assets return filed with RBI by July 15 each year, if any foreign assets or liabilities are outstanding.
05
Statutory Audit
Annual audit of books under Indian accounting standards by a practising CA — mandatory for all Liaison Offices in India.
06
Renewal Application
Renewal submitted at least 2 months before expiry. We prepare and submit all renewal documentation and manage the process.
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Requirement
Frequency
Type
Due Date
Annual Activity Certificate
Filed with AD Bank + DGIT
Annual
RBI
Within 6 months of FY end
Income Tax Return
Even with zero income
Annual
Tax
By 30 November
ROC Filing — FC-3 & FC-4
Financial statements + Annual return
Annual
ROC
Within 6 months
FLA Return
Foreign Liabilities & Assets
Annual
RBI
By 15 July
LO Renewal Application
Every 3 years (current regulations)
Every 3 Yrs
Critical
2 months before expiry
Renewal & Closure — Fully Managed
We handle renewal submissions 2 months before expiry. Formal closure includes tax clearances, RBI & ROC filings. Conversion to Branch Office or Subsidiary also managed.
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We take over your compliance from where you are — no disruption to operations.

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Why Mercurius

We Are Not a
Document-Filing Service.

We are your India market entry partner from day one. 100+ foreign companies have trusted us with their Liaison Office — from eligibility to renewal and beyond.

One Expert, Start to Finish
No handoffs. No confusion. One dedicated consultant manages your entire setup and compliance — from eligibility check to renewal and beyond. You always know who to call.
Transparent, Fixed Pricing
You know the cost upfront. No hidden fees, no surprises when RBI approval takes longer, no upsells at any stage. One fixed fee agreed before we begin.
Faster RBI Approvals
We know exactly what AD banks and RBI look for. Our document checklist eliminates avoidable rejections and re-submissions — reducing delays from the very first submission.
Built for Foreign Companies
We work exclusively with clients from the US, UK, Europe, Middle East, and Southeast Asia entering India for the first time — we understand the unique challenges you face.
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100+
LOs Set Up
0%
RBI Rejections
6–8w
Avg Setup Time
24hr
Response Time
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FAQ

Got Questions?

Everything foreign companies ask about setting up a Liaison Office in India — answered by our professional team.

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Our professional responds within 24 hours — no sales pitch, straight answers.
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✦ 2025 RBI Draft Update
Proposed changes may remove the 3-year tenure limit and USD 50,000 net worth threshold. We track all regulatory updates and advise clients in real time.
Does a Liaison Office need RBI approval?+
Yes. Every Liaison Office requires prior approval from the RBI through an Authorised Dealer Category-I bank. Approval is currently granted for 3 years and is renewable. We manage the entire approval process from application to UIN issuance.
How long does the Liaison Office approval take?+
Typically 6–8 uker from document submission. RBI review takes 4–6 weeks. We reduce delays by submitting complete, correctly prepared documents from day one — no avoidable re-submissions.
Can a Liaison Office earn any income in India?+
No. A Liaison Office cannot earn any income in India. All expenses must be funded by inward remittances from the parent company abroad. Earning income — even inadvertently — is a FEMA violation and can result in serious penalties.
Not sure if your activities count as income? We review every proposed activity before you begin.
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How long is the initial approval valid?+
Under current 2016 regulations, 3 years from the date of approval, renewable. The 2025 RBI draft proposes removing tenure limits entirely, allowing indefinite operation subject to ongoing compliance. We advise all clients on regulatory updates as they happen.
How do we renew a Liaison Office?+
Renewal applications must be submitted to your AD bank at least 2 months before expiry. We prepare and submit all renewal documentation and manage the process on your behalf — you don’t need to track deadlines.
What if we want to start doing business in India later?+
A Liaison Office can be converted into a Branch Office or Wholly Owned Subsidiary. We advise on timing, structure, and manage the conversion process — including all RBI and ROC filings. Many of our clients start with an LO and graduate to a full entity.
Can a Liaison Office hire Indian employees?+
Yes. A Liaison Office can hire local staff. You must comply with applicable labour laws including PF, ESIC, and the Shops & Establishments Act. We set up all employment compliance as part of our handover service.
Are law firms allowed to open a Liaison Office in India?+
No. The Supreme Court of India has directed RBI not to grant permission to foreign law firms to open Liaison Offices in India (Bar Council of India v A.K. Balaji, 2012). This restriction also appears in the 2025 RBI draft regulations.
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