Wholly Owned Subsidiary Company Setup in India Establish 100% Foreign-Owned Business in India
Seamless entry into the Indian market. Own 100% equity with full control. End-to-end advisory for FDI, FEMA, and incorporation.
- 100% Foreign Ownership
- FEMA & RBI Advisory
- Complete Legal Documentation
- Post-Incorporation Support
What is a Wholly Owned Subsidiary?
A Wholly Owned Subsidiary is an Indian company (typically Private Limited) fully owned by a foreign parent company. It operates as a separate legal entity governed by Indian laws, giving the parent full control over operations, strategy, and profits. Ideal for businesses wanting complete control in India.
- 100% Foreign Ownership — Allowed in most sectors under automatic FDI route
- Separate Legal Entity — Distinct from parent company
- Full Control — Over management, profits, and operations
Key advantage: Full ownership with limited liability. Subject to FDI sectoral caps and FEMA compliance.
Ideal For
Foreign companies entering India, multinational corporations, tech startups expanding globally, e-commerce & service companies, export-import businesses.
Entry Strategy & Structuring
FDI route advisory (Automatic / Approval route), sector-specific compliance, tax and regulatory planning.
Company Incorporation
Private Limited Company registration, name approval & documentation, shareholding structuring.
FEMA & RBI Compliance
Foreign investment reporting (FC-GPR), RBI filings & approvals, compliance under FEMA.
Documentation & Legal Support
MOA & AOA drafting, board resolutions, share subscription agreements.
Post-Incorporation Support
PAN, TAN & bank account, GST & other registrations, annual compliance.
Key Considerations
Expert advisory ensures smooth & compliant setup.
Sector-wise FDI Limits
Automatic vs approval route
Reporting Timelines
FC-GPR, FC-TRS filings
Documentation & Notarization
Parent company documents
Taxation Implications
Corporate tax, DTAA benefits
Our Subsidiary Setup Process
Seamless, compliant, and fast-tracked.
Consultation & Structuring
Understand business & FDI eligibility
Documentation
Prepare incorporation & investment docs
Incorporation
Register company with MCA
FEMA Compliance
File RBI reporting & approvals
Flexible Engagement Options
Tailored to your jurisdiction and complexity.
End-to-End Subsidiary Setup
Complete turnkey solution from structuring to incorporation and post-compliance.
Advisory & Documentation
Strategic advisory and drafting of all legal documents for WOS.
Compliance Retainer
Ongoing FEMA, RBI, and annual compliance support for the subsidiary.
Why Choose S.K. Agrawal & Co.?
Cross-Border Structuring Expertise
FEMA, RBI & MCA Specialists
End-to-End Setup Support
Fast & Reliable Execution
Trusted by Global Clients
Service Coverage
Serving international clients from around the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, in most sectors under the automatic FDI route, 100% foreign ownership is permitted.
There is no minimum capital requirement under the Companies Act, 2013 for a wholly owned subsidiary.
Depends on the sector and FDI route. Most sectors under automatic route do not require prior RBI approval, but post-filing is mandatory.
FC-GPR is the mandatory reporting of foreign investment to RBI within 30 days of share allotment.
Typically 2–3 weeks for incorporation, depending on document readiness and approvals.
Yes, foreign nationals can be directors in the Indian subsidiary subject to DIN and KYC compliance.
Yes, we offer full annual compliance, FEMA filings, and secretarial support for the subsidiary.
Yes, it is distinct from the parent company, with its own liability and legal identity.