Set up your subsidiary in India
Commenda is the world’s best software for establishing and managing legal entities in India. We offer a full suite of services, including:
- Local director service and local address
- End-to-end Private Limited Company formation
- Name approval, drafting of Memorandum and Articles of Association and incorporation filings
- Annual tax, compliance, and accounting packages for businesses of all sizes
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) guidance and support
- Specialization in foreign ownership
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Benefits
Why choose Commenda for your Indian expansion?
We specialize in foreign ownership.
Commenda's entity formation team understands the nuance of a foreign-owned business expanding to India.
We offer practical compliance.
Access Commenda's network of advisors to get realistic, practical guidance in India.
We manage local presence.
Commenda's nominee director and local address services help your subsidiary establish a meaningful presence in India.
Entity Types
Choose the right business structure for your company
Pvt. Ltd.
A Private Limited Company in India is a separate legal entity, offering limited liability protection and strong credibility. It is the preferred structure for startups and growing businesses looking to raise investment.
Benefits
- Shareholders’ risk is limited to their investment
- Eligible for startup benefits and tax exemptions
- Can raise funding from investors by issuing shares
- Perpetual existence (Going Concern), independent of shareholder changes
- More credibility with customers and financial institutions
Things to consider
- Requires a minimum of two directors and two shareholders
- Compliance and annual reporting to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
- Shares cannot be publicly traded
LLP
A Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) combines the flexibility of a partnership with the benefits of limited liability. It is ideal for professionals, consultants, and small businesses that want a low-compliance structure.
Benefits:
- Partners’ personal assets are protected
- No minimum capital requirement to start
- Fewer compliance requirements compared to a Private Limited Company
- No restrictions on the number of partners
- Tax benefits: No dividend distribution tax
Things to consider:
- Cannot raise funds from investors through shares
- LLPs are not eligible for certain startup tax exemptions
- At least two partners are required at all times
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Frequently Asked Questions
Annual returns, GST filings, and maintaining proper financial records.
Yes, at least one director must be an Indian resident.
Usually 7-14 business days.
Yes, but certain industries have foreign investment restrictions.
No, the entire process can be completed online.