Kontaktkontor · Indien Etablering
Öppna dinKontaktkontor i Indien
En legal indisk närvaro — för forskning, kommunikation och relationsbyggande — utan kommersiell verksamhet.
A Kontaktkontor låt ert utländska företag upprätthålla en närvaro i Indien under RBI-godkännande via FEMA — helt lagligt, fullt compliant. Vi hanterar allt från behörighet till drifts.
RBI Godkänt
FEMA-kompatibel
Inga dolda avgifter
6–8 veckors genomsnitt
End-to-End-support
6–8w
Genomsnittlig installationskostnad
100+
Företag Hjälpta
3yr
Initialt godkännande
1
Expert, från början till slut
Initialt godkännande
3Dina
Förnybar · Ingen affärsrisk
Företag Hjälpta
100+
Marknadsinträde i Indien
Att förstå strukturen
Din närvaro i Indien — Utan engagemanget.
A Kontaktkontor (LO) är ett representationskontor som godkänts av RBI enligt FEMA. Det gör att ditt utländska företag kan kommunicera, utforska och bygga relationer i Indien – utan några kommersiella verksamheter. Alla utgifter måste finansieras genom inåtgående remittering från ditt moderbolag utomlands.
Vad gör det annorlunda
En Kontaktbyrå är det lägst engagemang, lägst risk ett sätt för ett utländskt företag att etablera en juridisk närvaro i Indien. Till skillnad från ett filialkontor eller ett dotterbolag kan det inte generera en enda rupie – men det ger dig en verklig, av RBI godkänd fotfäste att utforska innan du binder dig.
Se det som din Indiens avlyssningsstation — juridiskt, bemannat och operativt — medan din fullständiga marknadsinträdesstrategi tar form.
Noll kommersiell risk RBI godkänt Förnybar vart 3:e år
Vem den är för
→Utländska företag vill ha närvaro i Indien innan fullt åtagande
→Företag som utforskar strategier för marknadsinträde
→Företag som bygger indiska partnerskap eller leveranskedjor
→De som ännu inte är redo för filialkontor eller dotterbolag
Vad den kan göra
✓Marknadsför föräldrars produkter/tjänster i Indien
✓Genomföra marknadsundersökningar och genomförbarhetsstudier
✓Underlätta tekniska eller finansiella samarbeten
✓Fungera som kommunikationskanal mellan moderbolaget och de indiska enheterna
Vad den inte kan göra
✕Tjäna någon intäkt eller inkomst i Indien
✕Handel eller bedriva kommersiell verksamhet
✕Teckna avtal i eget namn
✕Ta ut avgifter för tjänster eller tillverkning av varor
Duration & Renewal
→Initial approval valid for 3 years
→Renewable — apply at least 2 months before expiry
→Can convert to Branch Office or Subsidiary anytime
→Continuous compliance with RBI & FEMA required
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RBI Permitted Activities
What Your Liaison Office Can & Cannot Do
RBI specifies a defined list of permitted activities for a Liaison Office. Your office can only operate within these boundaries — we advise you on every activity before you proceed.
Tillåtna aktiviteter
✓Represent the parent company in India
✓Promote import & export of parent’s products/services
✓Conduct market research and feasibility studies
✓Underlätta tekniska eller finansiella samarbeten
✓Fungera som kommunikationskanal mellan moderbolaget och de indiska enheterna
✓Provide liaison and coordination support to parent company
Not Permitted
✕Tjäna någon intäkt eller inkomst i Indien
✕Trade or conduct any commercial activity
✕Teckna avtal i eget namn
✕Charge fees for any service rendered
✕Manufacture or process goods in India
✕Legal consultancy (explicitly prohibited — RBI draft 2025)
Earning income — even inadvertently — is a FEMA violation with serious penalties.
We review every proposed activity before you begin. No grey areas go unadvised.
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Tell us what your India operations need to do — we’ll advise on the right structure in one business day.
RBI Villkor
Gör du Kvalificera?
Möt någon of these four RBI conditions — we confirm which applies on your first call, free, in one business day.
01 —
Profitable Track Record
The parent company must have a profit-making track record for the immediately preceding 3 financial years in the home country.
02 —
Minimum Net Worth
Net worth of not less than USD 50,000 (or equivalent) as per the latest audited balance sheet.
✦ 2025 Draft: Threshold proposed to be removed
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 dotterbolag 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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Styrs av FEMA Notification No. 22(R)/2016-RB · Processed via Authorised Dealer Category-I Bank
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Steg-för-steg process
Hur Vi Satte Upp Det För dig
⏱ Average 6–8 Weeks
01
Day 1
Kostnadsfri behörighetsbedömning
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
Lämna in blankett FNC till 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+
Överlämning och löpande efterlevnad
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.
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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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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✦ 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 veckor 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.
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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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