Incorporation & Acquisition of Entities in India

Incorporation / Acquisition of Entity in India

Looking to start or expand your business in India? Incorporating a new entity or acquiring a stake in an existing one offers strategic and compliant routes to establish a solid business footprint in the Indian market.

Incorporating an Entity in India

A person resident outside India who intends to engage in trading, manufacturing, or service-related activities may incorporate a new entity in India. Depending on the sector, and guided by the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) Rules, 2019 (commonly known as FEMA NDI Rules 2019), foreign investors may choose to incorporate:
  • A Public Limited Company
  • A Private Limited Company
  • A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
These entities are recognized as Indian businesses and must comply with applicable local laws and statutory provisions. Foreign investment in LLPs is permitted under the automatic route only in sectors where 100% FDI is allowed and where there are no FDI-linked performance conditions. This route makes FDI in LLP a viable and flexible option for eligible sectors. Incorporation follows:
  • Companies Act, 2013 (for companies)
  • Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 (for LLPs)
These laws are administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) through the Registrar of Companies (ROC). Pro Tip: If you are planning to incorporate a FEMA LLP, ensure that the sector is fully open to FDI under the automatic route and that your structure complies with the latest FEMA guidelines

Acquiring Stake in an Existing Entity

Another strategic route for entering the Indian market is acquiring equity in an already established Indian business. As with incorporation, this process is regulated under FEMA NDI Rules 2019 and associated notifications as amended from time to time.
A person resident outside India can acquire a stake in an Indian entity depending on:
  • Sectoral caps
  • Entry routes (automatic or government approval)
  • Compliance with FEMA and other applicable laws
Acquisition allows the foreign investor to benefit from existing operations, infrastructure, and market presence, enabling quicker market penetration with lower startup risk.

Why Choose FEMABIDE Advisorz?

At FEMABIDE Advisorz, we provide complete assistance with:

  • Entity structure selection and registration
  • FEMA LLP compliance and setup
  • Advisory on FDI in LLP and company incorporation
  • Legal and regulatory due diligence
  • End-to-end support from application to operational readiness
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