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Corporate Tax in India

One of the main requirements when starting a company in India is to register for corporate taxation. Under the Indian Companies Act, corporate tax is defined as the tax imposed on net income of a legal entity operating in this country. The taxation of companies in India is performed depending on the residency of the respective business. At the same time, it…

Open a Bank Account in India

One of the main procedures related to company formation in India refers to opening a bank account for the respective legal entity. The corporate bank account in India can be set up at one of the private banks operating in this country, as well as through the international banks which have set up branch offices or subsidiaries here. When opening a bank account, the company’s representatives will…

Taxation in India

The taxation system in India is applicable to both natural persons and corporate entities. Foreign investors who want to register a company in India are liable to taxation, depending on the legal entity chosen for incorporation, as well as on the business field in which the company activates. At the same time, the tax level to which a company is liable can also…

Company Liquidation in India

The company liquidation in India refers to the process through which companies registered here are shut down due to various reasons. Investors may liquidate a company as a consequence of various economic problems and debts. The liquidation procedure is given by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, which can be detailed by our team of consultants in company formation in India. What…

Why Invest in India?

India is one of the largest economies of the world and the fastest growing member state of the G-20. There are numerous reasons for starting a company in India, one of them being related to the country’s economic growth. Starting with 2014, the country’s Gross Domestic Product is above the value of 7%, a situation that…

Double Tax Treaties in India

The double taxation treaties signed by India are enforced with the purpose of avoiding the double taxation of the same assets (sources of income) belonging to a natural person or a legal entity which can be taxed in two different countries. Persons interested in starting a company in India can benefit from the provisions of the double taxation agreements signed by the…

Open a Subsidiary in India

Foreign legal entities may set up subsidiaries in India and the legislation in this country provides for two types of subsidiaries, depending on the capital owned by the foreign company. Thus, when starting a company in India which is represented by a foreign legal entity, the investors may choose to incorporate a wholly-owned subsidiary or a subsidiary company. Our team…

Buy a Shelf Company in India

In India, a shelf company is defined as a legal entity that has already been incorporated under the Commercial Law. The shelf company, also referred to as a ready-made company, does not perform commercial activities, but it is available for sale and, if purchased, the investors will be able to…

The Central Registration Center in India

The Central Registration Center (CRC) in India was established by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs as a tool which provides a more efficient registration procedure for legal entities. One of the main advantages of the CRC for company formation in India refers to the company’s trading name, which can now be registered from any Indian location, by completing the online form INC -…

Companies Act in India

The Indian Companies Act, the main rule of law which regulates the manner in which investors can register a company in India, was modified in 2013. The legislation changed a part of the provisions established under the Companies Act 1956 and the new regulation became applicable in September 2013; it is important to know that…