Company Setup in India

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Company Setup in India

• Launch Your Business with Ease End-to-End
  Incorporation Support for Foreign Entrepreneurs

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Index

• What is Company setup
• Types of Company
• Company Setup Process
• Registration - For Companies
• Registration - For LLP
• Company Registration Benefits
• About Mercurius
• How can Mercurius Help You
• Thank You

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What is Company Setup?

• Company setup in India refers to the process of
  legally incorporating a business as a separate
  legal entity under the Companies Act, 2013.  This
  is done through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
  (MCA), which oversees the registration process.
• Businesses, particularly those that wish to
  expand internationally, need to have their own
  distinct legal identity. It ensures limited
  liability, meaning the personal assets of the
  owners or directors are protected from business
  debts and obligations.  It also enables the
  company to enter into contracts, own assets, and
  initiate or defend legal proceedings in its own
  name.
• However, company formation encompasses more than
  just legal procedures. It is an essential step
  toward ensuring compliance with local
  regulations, including tax filings, statutory
  audits, labor laws, and operational licensing,
  for Indian companies planning to expand
  internationally or international businesses
  entering India. A well-structured incorporation
  helps businesses operate smoothly while avoiding
  penalties, delays, or regulatory hurdles.

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Types of Company

• Limited Liability Partnership

• Indian Company

• Entrepreneurs can set up either a Private Limited
  Company or Public Limited Company, allowing
  variations like
• Wholly owned Subsidiary
• Joint Venture
• Ownership by Foreign Resident

• Combining features of a Partnership Firm and a
  Company, LLP permits 100 FDI investment through
  the Automatic Route

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Foreign Company
Types of Company

• It is the set-up for carrying out Import, Export,
  Research, and execution of projects. It can be
  registered as
• Branch Office Engages in Import, Export,
  Research, and Consultancy activities
• Liaison Office/ Representative Office Represents
  the foreign parent company in India
• Project Office Operates as per contract of a
  specific project

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Company Setup Process

• Pick your kind Pick your type of structure,
  different rules for each.
• Name it It needs to be unique and available.
• Get a spot Your business needs an official
  address.
• Sign up Register with the government, might get
  a number.
• Get a PAN Like an ID for business taxes.
• Bank it Keep business money separate.
• Extra papers You might need other permissions.

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Registration - For Companies

• Get DSC for directors and shareholders
• Check the proposed name with the relevant
  authority
• Check for registered trademark and proposed name
  conflict
• File relevant form for Name Approval
• Prepare charter documents
• Submit forms for incorporation
• Obtain a Certificate of Incorporation
• Obtain Tax Registration
• Open Bank Account, Deposit the initial capital
• File relevant form for initiating the business
  operations

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Registration - For LLP

• Get DSC for Designated Partners
• Check the proposed name with the relevant
  authority
• File relevant form for Name Approval
• Submit forms for incorporation
• Obtain a Certificate of Incorporation
• Obtain Tax Registration
• Prepare LLP Agreement
• File relevant form for registering the LLP
  agreement
• Open Bank Account, Deposit the initial capital
• File relevant form for initiating the business
  operations

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Company Registration Benefits

• Legal Protection Personal assets are safeguarded
  by limited liability.
• Access to Funding It is simpler to obtain
  investments or loans.
• Tax Benefits Possible tax advantages and
  deductions
• Perpetual Existence It protects your company's
  name and identity with brand protection.
• Facilitates Hiring Attracts talent and makes
  hiring easier.
• Compliance Ensuring that legal and regulatory
  requirements are followed.
• Credibility builds trust with customers,
  partners, and suppliers.

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About Mercurius

• Mercurius is a broad based professional services
  firm with clientele in 60 countries, assisting
  foreign companies with the easy set up and
  functioning of their businesses in India.
• With a thorough knowledge of Indian regulatory
  structures as well as international expectations,
  we specialize in
• Company incorporation and structuring
• Regulatory and tax compliance
• Nominee directors and local representation
  solutions
• Ongoing advisory and post-incorporation support
• We are trusted for our reliability,
  confidentiality and dedication to simplifying
  entry into India.

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How Can Mercurius Help You?

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• Unmatched Client Support

• Tailored Approach

• Cost Effectiveness

• 15 yrs Cross Border Experience

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