Foreign Company Registration in Delhi – Complete Guide (2025)

India is one of the fastest-growing economies, and Delhi, as its capital and commercial hub, is the preferred destination for foreign companies looking to establish their presence in the Indian market.

Whether you're planning a liaison office, branch office, project office, or a full-fledged subsidiary , Register a Foreign Company in Delhi, Delhi offers the perfect ecosystem to start and scale with global ambition.

Why Register a Foreign Company in Delhi?

• Headquarters of MCA, RBI, DGFT, and Income Tax Department

• Proximity to embassies, foreign trade bodies, and international chambers

• Strategic access to legal, banking, and compliance professionals

• Vibrant business ecosystem and world-class infrastructure

• Access to Startup India and FDI policy benefits

Entry Options for Foreign Companies in India

1. Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS)

2. Joint Venture (JV) with Indian partner

3. Liaison Office (LO) – for representative purposes only

4. Branch Office (BO) – for trading, consultancy, export/import

5. Project Office (PO) – for executing specific projects

Basic Requirements for Registration

• At least 1 Indian resident director (for subsidiary)

• Board Resolution & POA from parent company

• Registered office address in Delhi

• Documents apostilled/notarized in parent country

• Compliances under FEMA, FDI, and Companies Act, 2013

Documents Required For Foreign Company Registration

From Foreign Parent Company:

• Certificate of Incorporation

• Charter Documents (MoA & AoA)

• Board Resolution for setting up the Indian entity

• Power of Attorney to local representative

• KYC of Authorized Representative

From Indian Office:

• Address Proof (Rent Agreement, Utility Bill)

• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

• ID & Address Proof of Indian Director

What We Offer at YKG Global

At YKG Global, we provide complete services for Foreign Company Registration in Delhi, including:

•  Entity structure planning (LO, BO, Subsidiary, JV)

•  RBI & MCA approvals under FEMA

•  Name reservation, DSC, DIN, SPICe+ filing

•  Drafting and notarization support

•  PAN, TAN, GST, IEC & Bank Account Setup

•  Support with post-registration FDI and FEMA filings

•  Ongoing legal, audit, tax & compliance support

Post-Incorporation Compliances

• Filing of FC-1 with RBI

• Annual return filing with MCA (Form FC-3, AOC-4, MGT-7)

• FEMA compliance & reporting

• GST registration and TDS deduction (if applicable)

• Appointment of statutory auditor & ROC compliance

FAQs – Foreign Company Setup in Delhi

Q1. Can a foreign company own 100% shares in an Indian company?
 Yes, under automatic route in most sectors as per FDI policy.

Q2. How long does foreign company registration take?
 Generally 20–30 working days, depending on document readiness and approvals.

Q3. What is the difference between branch office and subsidiary?
 A subsidiary is a separate Indian company; a branch office is an extension of the parent.

Q4. Do foreign companies need GST in India?
 Yes, if supplying goods/services or exceeding turnover threshold.

 Why Choose YKG Global?

•  40+ years of experience in international company registration

•  Expert Delhi-based team familiar with RBI, MCA, and DGFT protocols

•  5000+ global clients in legal, trade, finance, and compliance

•  Multilingual, multi-jurisdictional support for global entities

•  End-to-end post-registration services under one roof

Ready to Register Your Foreign Company in Delhi?

Start your India expansion with full legal compliance and strategic guidance. YKG Global is your trusted partner for foreign company setup.

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