dotterbolag

Dotterbolag · Indienregistrering

Registrera din indiska
Dotterbolag inom 15–25 dagar.

100% utländskt ägande · Inget besök i Indien · Fullständig efterlevnad av reglerna för utländska direktinvesteringar från första dagen.

Från entitetsstrukturering och MCA-införlivande till RBI/FEMA-anmälan, företagskonto och löpande efterlevnad — Mercurius hanterar hela din uppsättning av dotterbolag i Indien, på distans.

100% Utländska direktinvesteringar tillåtna
Automatisk rutt
Ingen Indienresa krävs
0 kr minimum kapital
Förenta staterna Förenade kungariket Förenade Arabemiraten Singapore Kanada Australien Tyskland Japan Frankrike Nederländerna + 60 länder
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100%
FDI Tillåtet
15–25d
Införlivande
0 kr
Min. Kapital
60+
Länder som betjänas
Subsidiary Company India
Inkorporationstakt
15–25d
Registreringsbevis
Utländskt ägande
100%
Automatisk FDI-rutt
15–25 dagars införlivning 100% Utländska direktinvesteringar tillåtna Automatisk FDI-rutt FC-GPR-inlämning inkluderad Ingen Indienresa krävs 0 kr minimum kapital Professionell Ledning Hela Vegen Fast transparent prissättning 60+ länder betjänade WOS & Delat ägande 15–25 dagars införlivning 100% Utländska direktinvesteringar tillåtna Automatisk FDI-rutt FC-GPR-inlämning inkluderad Ingen Indienresa krävs 0 kr minimum kapital CA-Led End-to-End Fast transparent prissättning 60+ länder betjänade WOS & Delat ägande
Översikt

Vad är en Dotterbolag i Indien?

Ett dotterbolag är ett indiskt företag som bildats enligt Aktiebolagslagen, 2013, där ett utländskt företag (moderbolaget) innehar mer än 50% aktier. Det bedriver verksamhet som ett separat juridisk person i Indien — med ett eget bankkonto, avtal, anställda och skatteidentitet — samtidigt som det förblir under moderbolagets strategiska och finansiella kontroll utomlands.

Nyckelegenskaper
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Separat juridisk enhet enligt indisk lag — skild från det utländska moderbolaget
Sin egen PAN, TAN, GST, bankkonto och kontrakt i Indien
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Moderbolaget innehar >50% aktier — majoritetskontroll behålls utomlands
De flesta utländska investerare väljer ägarformen 100% (helägt dotterbolag)
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Full operativ frihet — anställa, fakturera, äga immateriella rättigheter, ingå avtal i Indien
Till skillnad från ett filial- eller placeringskontor gäller inga aktivitetsbegränsningar
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Beskattad som ett inhemskt indiskt företag — Bolagsskattesats 22%
jämfört med 40% för ett filialkontor – betydande skattefördelar
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Vinståterföring via FEMA-godkända utdelningsbetalningar till moderbolag
DTAA-avtal minskar källskatten på utdelningar, royalties och räntor
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Investerarklar struktur — finansieringsbar, ESOP-kompatibel och förvärvs-vänlig
Den struktur som riskkapitalbolag, private equity-företag och strategiska partners förväntar sig
Funktion
Dotterbolag ✦
WOS (100%)
Föräldraägande
>50%-aktier
100%-aktier
Indisk medinvesterare
Möjligt
Inte nödvändigt
Full kontroll
✓ Majoritet
✓ Klar
Tjäna intäkter
✓ Ja
✓ Ja
Skattefrekvens
22%
22%
Resa kapital
✓ Ja
✓ Ja
RBI Godkännande
Inte nödvändigt
Inte nödvändigt
Inställningstid
15–25 dagar
15–25 dagar
Vilken ska du välja?
Inom de flesta sektorer, en Helägt dotterbolag rekommenderas — det ger din utländska moderbolag 100% äganderätt, full operativ kontroll och fullständiga rättigheter att föra hem vinsten. Ett dotterbolag med delat ägande passar bättre för sektorer med FDI-tak (försvar, telekom, media) eller där en lokal partner tillför strategiskt värde. Mercurius ger råd om rätt struktur i ert första kostnadsfria samtal.
Osäker på om jag ska välja WOS eller ett delat dotterbolag?

Vi bedömer din sektor, FDI-klassificering och mål under ett kostnadsfritt 30-minuters samtal och rekommenderar rätt struktur.

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Typer av dotterbolag

Två typer som du kan Registrera i Indien

Utländska investerare kan välja mellan två strukturer baserade på avsikt om ägande och regler för direktinvesteringar i en viss sektor. Båda är inkorporerade som ett Privatt aktiebolag eller ett Publikt aktiebolag enligt Companies Act, 2013.

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Helägt dotterbolag
100% Utländskt ägande

Det utländska moderbolaget innehar 100% aktier. Fullständig operativ och förvaltningsmässig kontroll. Den mest föredragna strukturen för utländska företag som etablerar sig i Indien – tillgänglig överallt där 100%-utländska direktinvesteringar är tillåtna enligt den automatiska förfarandet.

Bäst lämpad för
IT-, teknik-, konsult- och tillverkningsföretag
Företag inom branscher där utländska direktinvesteringar av typen 100% är tillåtna
Utländska företag som vill ha full kontroll över varumärke, ekonomi och drift
Multinationella företag som expanderar sin verksamhet inom GCC, forskning och utveckling eller försäljning till Indien
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Subsidiary with Shared Ownership
>50% — <100% Foreign Ownership

The foreign parent holds more than 50% but less than 100% of shares. Remaining shares are held by Indian partners, investors, or individuals. The foreign parent retains majority control and decisive voting rights.

Bäst lämpad för
Sectors with FDI caps below 100% (e.g. defence, telecom, media)
Joint ventures requiring Indian market knowledge or local licences
Strategic alliances where a local partner adds distribution or regulatory value
Companies planning phased equity acquisition over time
Legal Structure Options for a Subsidiary
Structure Best For Key Advantage
Privat aktiebolag Most foreign investors — WOS or joint venture Fastest to set up; fewer compliances; limited to 200 shareholders
Publikt aktiebolag Large businesses planning future IPO or public capital raise Can list on BSE/NSE; raise capital from Indian public markets
LLP Professional services, advisory, and service businesses Lower compliance burden; FDI requires prior RBI approval
Not sure which type or structure fits your business?

Mercurius advises on the right structure for your sector, FDI classification, and long-term goals — free, in your first call.

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Our Services

What’s Included

Mercurius delivers a fully managed subsidiary registration. You send us your documents — we handle every step, remotely. One dedicated CA manages your setup from first call to Certificate of Incorporation.

Fas 01
Före bolagsbildning
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Structure advisory — WOS or shared subsidiary
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FDI route confirmation for your sector
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Company name check & reservation via MCA RUN
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DIN & DSC for all proposed directors
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Document checklist & apostille guidance
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Införlivande
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MoA & AoA drafting under Companies Act, 2013
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SPICe+ filing — incorporation, PAN, TAN, GST
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Certificate of Incorporation (CIN) obtained
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Corporate bank account opening — remote
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Share certificates issued to parent company
Fas 03
Efter registrering
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FC-GPR-ansökan till RBI inom 30 dagar
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INC-20A — commencement of business declaration
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Statutory auditor appointment
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FEMA compliance for foreign capital received
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Resident Director service if required
Also Available — Post-Incorporation Services
Annual MCA & ROC Compliance
MGT-7, AOC-4, Board meetings
RBI & FEMA Reporting
FLA return, FC-GPR, FEMA filings
GST Registration & Filing
Monthly / quarterly as applicable
Statutory Audit & Tax Filing
By certified Chartered Accountants
Transfer Pricing Advisory
For inter-company transactions
Virtual CFO & Payroll
Accounting outsourcing & PF/ESI
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Fixed fee. No hourly billing. One professional from incorporation to annual compliance.

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Requirements

Eligibility to Register a Subsidiary in India

These are the minimum requirements under the Companies Act, 2013. No prior knowledge of Indian law needed — Mercurius walks you through every step.

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Directors
Minimum 2 directors required (individuals only). At least 1 must be an Indian resident (182+ days/year in India). Foreign nationals can be directors — documents must be notarised & apostilled. Mercurius provides a Resident Director if required.
Resident Director Available
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Shareholders
Minimum 2 shareholders (individuals or companies). Parent company can hold 100% of shares — no Indian partner required. No residential status condition on shareholders.
100% Utländskt ägande
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Share Capital
No minimum paid-up capital required. Can start with any nominal amount and increase over time. Capital can be increased after incorporation via rights issue or fresh allotment.
0 kr minimum kapital
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Registered Office
A valid address in India is required. Virtual office address is accepted. Rental agreement, utility bill (max 2 months old), and NOC from property owner needed.
Virtual Office Accepted
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All foreign documents must be notarised by a Public Notary in your home country and apostilled (or consularised if your country is not a Hague Convention member). Mercurius provides a complete document checklist and apostille guidance for 60+ countries.
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Documents you need to prepare
Documents Required

What You Need to Provide

All foreign documents must be notarised and apostilled. We send you a complete checklist after your first call.

Foreign Directors & Shareholders
Foreign Parent Company
India Registered Office
För each foreign individual director or shareholder — notarised + apostilled
Valid passport — colour copy
Notarised + apostilled in home country
Address proof
Bank statement or utility bill — not older than 2 months — apostilled
Passport-size photograph
Recent, against white background
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
We assist with obtaining via email + video KYC
Director Identification Number (DIN)
We file on your behalf — no India visit required
If the foreign parent company is the investing shareholder — all documents notarised + apostilled
Registreringsbevis
Of the foreign parent company — apostilled
Board Resolution authorising India investment
Naming the authorised signatory and approved investment amount
Articles of Association / Charter Documents
Apostilled copy of the parent company’s constitutional documents
Address proof of parent company
Utility bill or bank statement — not older than 2 months
For the registered office address in India — virtual office is accepted
Rental agreement or ownership proof
For the office premises — virtual office agreement accepted
Utility bill — not older than 2 months
Electricity, water, gas, or internet bill for the premises
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from property owner
Required if premises are not owned by the company
Apostille Guide
All foreign documents must be notarised by a Public Notary in your home country
Then apostilled if your country is a Hague Convention member (USA, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, UAE, Singapore and 120+ others)
If your country is not a Hague member, documents must be consularised at the Indian Embassy
Start the apostille process on Day 1 — it typically takes 2–4 weeks
Need help? Mercurius provides a country-specific apostille guide and helps you avoid common documentation delays.
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Registration Process

How to Register a Subsidiary Step by Step

⏱ 15–25 Working Days
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Day 1
Choose the Right Structure
Mercurius confirms optimal structure — Private Limited, Public Limited, or LLP — based on your sector and FDI classification.
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Day 1–2
Reserve Company Name with MCA
We check name availability and reserve it via MCA’s RUN portal. Your foreign brand name can be used — typically with ‘India’ added. Reserved for 60 days.
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Day 2–5
DIN & DSC for All Directors
All proposed directors obtain Director Identification Number (DIN) and Digital Signature Certificate (DSC). Foreign nationals submit notarised & apostilled identity proofs.
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Day 5–8
Draft MoA & AoA, File SPICe+
Memorandum and Articles of Association drafted. SPICe+ form filed with ROC — covering incorporation, PAN, TAN, and GST registration simultaneously.
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Day 8–15
Receive Certificate of Incorporation
ROC issues Certificate of Incorporation (CIN). PAN and TAN issued automatically. Subsidiary is now a registered legal entity in India — can hire, contract, and operate.
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Day 15–20
Open Corporate Bank Account
Corporate bank account opened in India — mandatory for receiving share capital. Completable remotely. Internet banking credentials provided once account is live.
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Within 30–180 Days
RBI Reporting & Commencement
FC-GPR filed with RBI within 30 days of share allotment. INC-20A (commencement of business) filed within 180 days. Subsidiary is fully operational and compliant.
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Complete
Your Subsidiary is Live
Fully incorporated, RBI-compliant, bank account active. Ready to invoice, hire, and operate in India — managed entirely by your dedicated CA at Mercurius.
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Average timeline: 15–25 working days from document submission to Certificate of Incorporation. 100% remote.
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FDI Policy

FDI in India — Sector-Wise Limits

India permits 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in most sectors under the Automatic Route — no prior government approval required. Certain regulated sectors require DPIIT approval.

Automatisk rutt
No prior approval from RBI or DPIIT required. Most sectors qualify. Fastest path to investment.
Government Approval Route
Prior approval from DPIIT required. Applies to regulated sectors — defence, banking, broadcasting, and others.
Sector FDI Limit Route
IT, Software & Technology Services100%Automatisk rutt
Manufacturing & Industrial100%Automatisk rutt
Professional & Management Consulting100%Automatisk rutt
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals100%Automatisk rutt
E-Commerce (B2B)100%Automatisk rutt
Logistics & Warehousing100%Automatisk rutt
Education & EdTech100%Automatisk rutt
Food Processing100%Automatisk rutt
Defence & Aerospace74% Auto / 100% with ApprovalGovernment Approval
Broadcasting & Digital Media49% Auto / up to 74% with ApprovalGovernment Approval
Banking — Private Sector74% (Automatic up to 49%)Government Approval
Source: DPIIT Consolidated FDI Policy. Limits subject to change — Mercurius confirms your sector’s current FDI cap before proceeding.
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We confirm your sector’s current FDI limit and route in your free first call — before you commit to any structure.

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Why Mercurius

Your India Operations Partner

Setting up a company in India is exciting — but once incorporation is done, the real work begins. From compliance deadlines and tax filings to payroll and regulatory reporting, Mercurius helps you manage everything so you can focus on growing your business in India.

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One dedicated professional — Start to Finish
You work with one qualified CA from the first call to Certificate of Incorporation — and through annual compliance. No handoffs, no junior staff, no surprises.
Zero RBI Rejections
200+ company setups with zero MCA or RBI rejections. Our documentation checklist eliminates avoidable errors before filing — not after.
100% Remote — No India Visit
Incorporation, KYC, bank account, all filings — completed digitally from your desk anywhere in the world. We’ve done it for clients in 60+ countries.
Fast transparent prissättning
No hourly billing. No surprise add-ons. One fixed fee covers your full subsidiary registration — you know the cost before you commit.
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Länder
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RBI Rejections
Services After Incorporation
Annual MCA, ROC & Income Tax Compliance
GST Registration & Return Filing
RBI / FEMA Reporting — FC-GPR & FLA
Statutory Audit by Chartered Accountants
Transfer Pricing Advisory
Payroll Processing, PF & ESI Compliance
Virtual CFO & Accounting Outsourcing
Corporate Tax & Expatriate Tax Advisory
Trademark & IP Registration in India
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything foreign founders, CFOs, and legal teams ask about registering a subsidiary in India — answered by our professional team.

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✦ FC-GPR Deadline
RBI reporting within 30 days of share allotment is mandatory. Most providers miss this — we never do.
Can I set up an Indian subsidiary without visiting India?
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Yes. The entire registration process — including MCA filing, DIN/DSC, bank account opening, and RBI reporting — can be completed remotely. Foreign documents must be notarised and apostilled in your home country. Mercurius provides a complete remote process guide.
Do I need an Indian co-founder or business partner?
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No. In most sectors, 100% FDI is permitted under the Automatic Route. Your foreign company can own 100% of the Indian subsidiary with no Indian partner required. A shared-ownership structure is only necessary in sectors with FDI caps (defence, telecom, media).
Is there a minimum capital investment required?
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No. There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement for a Private Limited Company in India. You can incorporate with any nominal amount and increase it as the business grows. The share capital is typically transferred from the foreign parent after incorporation.
What is the corporate tax rate for a subsidiary in India?
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Your Indian subsidiary is treated as a domestic company — taxed at 25% on profits (for turnover up to INR 400 crore). New manufacturing subsidiaries may qualify for a 15% concessional rate under Section 115BAB. DTAA treaties between India and your home country further reduce withholding tax on dividends, royalties, and interest.
Can the Indian subsidiary use our parent company’s brand name?
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Yes. You can register the subsidiary under your foreign parent company’s brand name — typically with ‘India’ added (e.g., ABC Corp India Private Limited), subject to MCA naming guidelines. The name is reserved for up to 60 days through the MCA’s RUN portal.
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How long does the incorporation process take?
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15–25 working days on average, subject to document readiness and MCA processing time. The timeline begins from the date all notarised and apostilled documents are submitted. Mercurius tracks the application at every stage and keeps you updated throughout.
What annual compliances must the subsidiary maintain?
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Your subsidiary must file: Annual Return (MGT-7), Financial Statements (AOC-4), Statutory CA Audit, RBI FLA Return by 15 July, Quarterly TDS Returns, GST Returns, and hold a minimum of 4 Board Meetings per year. Mercurius manages all of this on a fixed-fee annual retainer — one bill, zero missed deadlines.
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