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Entering a competitive market like India comes with its risks and challenges. Companies want to explore this market without taking huge risks. This is where Liaison Office fits in.
Liaison Office allows foreign companies to set up a simple, non-commercial base, rather than a full-fledged business operation. This gives them time to build relationships, understand the market and explore available opportunities. It’s an ideal structure that offers businesses ease of establishment and operational freedom.
Stratrich is the ideal partner for setting up a Liaison Office in India. We add value to your company as we understand that each client has diverse needs and accordingly help them foster business growth in India.
The Liaison Office is permitted to undertake the following activities:
There is a process that a parent company needs to follow to set up a Liaison Office in India.
The first step is to determine the route for registering a Liaison Office in India. There are two routes available:
Request the RBI’s prior approval for financial compliance.
Submit the application form with all necessary documents to the Authorised Banker.
Two routes are available for approval:
The RBI issues approval based on the chosen route and sector. After approval, the Liaison Office is allocated a Unique Identification Number (UIN). This approval is initially granted for a period of 3 years and may be extended from time to time.
Complete the Liaison Office registration process with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and the Registrar of Companies (ROC). You will receive the official Certificate of Establishment of Place of Business, issued by the ROC.
We help you ensure legal compliance by assisting in annual reports and maintaining financial records. We also assist in obtaining important tax documents such as TAN, PAN, and GST.
We offer comprehensive services for setting up a Liaison Office in India, right from the documentation stage to incorporation approval.
A Liaison Office (LO) acts as a communication channel between a foreign company and parties in India, but it cannot conduct business or generate income in India.
It takes approximately 50 to 60 working days.
No, a liaison office is strictly prohibited from generating income.
At the time of closure of the Liaison Office, the company has to submit the designated AD bank with the following documents:
The Liaison Office gets an approval for three years, which can be renewed upon request.
A company must meet the following conditions for the establishment of a Liaison Office:
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