Branch Office Setup in India

Establish branch office for trading, manufacturing & business activities with RBI approval

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What is a Branch Office in India?

A Branch Office is an extension of a foreign company established in India to carry out specific business activities. Unlike a Liaison Office, a Branch Office can undertake commercial and trading activities. Branch Offices are regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) and require prior RBI approval.

Key Benefits

  • Can Undertake Commercial Activities
  • Direct Parent Company Control
  • Tax Treaty Benefits Available
  • Profit Repatriation Allowed
  • Easy Fund Remittance from Parent

Permitted Activities

Export/Import of Goods
Rendering Professional/Consultancy Services
Research & Development
Promoting Technical & Financial Collaborations
Representing Parent Company in India

Setup Process

1
Step 1

RBI Prior Approval Application

2
Step 2

PAN & TAN Registration

3
Step 3

Office Address Registration

4
Step 4

RBI Registration Certificate

5
Step 5

GSTIN & Other Registrations

6
Step 6

Bank Account Opening

Documents Required

Certificate of Incorporation (Parent Company)
Audited Financial Statements (Last 2 Years)
Board Resolution for Setup
Authorized Representative KYC
Registered Office Proof in India
Business Plan & Activity Details

What's Included in Our Package

  • Complete RBI Approval Assistance
  • PAN, TAN & GST Registration
  • FEMA Compliance Support
  • Bank Account Opening Assistance
  • Annual Compliance Calendar

    • Frequently Asked Questions

    A Branch Office is an extension of the parent company, while a Subsidiary is an independent legal entity incorporated in India.
    RBI typically takes 4-6 weeks to grant approval after submission of complete documents.
    No minimum capital is prescribed, but the parent company must demonstrate net worth and profitability for the last 5 years.
    No, Branch Offices cannot raise funds in India and must be funded by the parent company through normal banking channels.
    Branch Offices are taxed on India-sourced income and may claim benefits under applicable Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA).

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