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1. FEMA Advisory and Compliance:
Advisory on compliance with FEMA regulations related to cross-border transactions, investments, and foreign exchange dealings.
Assistance with filing statutory forms and returns, such as FLA (Foreign Liabilities and Assets) and APR (Annual Performance Report).
Guidance on the regulatory framework for remittances, repatriation of income, and capital account transactions.
2. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Advisory:
Assistance in structuring foreign investments in India, ensuring compliance with FDI policy, sectoral caps, and entry routes (automatic or government approval).
Advisory on permissible and prohibited sectors for FDI, along with preparation and filing of necessary documentation for FDI reporting to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Support in obtaining government approvals for FDI in sectors requiring prior approval.
3. Outbound Investment Advisory:
Advisory on outbound investments by Indian entities, including structuring, regulatory compliance, and reporting requirements.
Assistance with filing ODI (Overseas Direct Investment) forms and compliance with RBI guidelines.
Guidance on setting up overseas subsidiaries, joint ventures, and branches.
4. External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) and Trade Credit:
Advisory on raising funds through External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) and trade credit, including compliance with ECB guidelines and limits.
Assistance with obtaining necessary approvals, filing returns, and reporting ECB transactions to RBI.
Structuring ECB transactions to optimize tax efficiency and minimize costs.
5. Repatriation and Remittance Services:
Assistance with repatriation of funds, including dividends, royalties, and interest, in compliance with FEMA regulations.
Guidance on remittance of sale proceeds of assets, investments, and other foreign income.
Advisory on tax implications and double taxation avoidance agreements (DTAAs) related to cross-border remittances.
6. Liaison with Regulatory Authorities:
Representation before the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), and other regulatory authorities.
Assistance with responding to queries, notices, and investigations related to FEMA compliance.
Support in obtaining necessary approvals, clarifications, and permissions from regulatory bodies.
7. RBI and FEMA Filings and Reporting:
Preparation and submission of required filings and reports under FEMA regulations, including FC-GPR, FC-TRS, and Form ODI.
Regular updates and notifications to RBI on changes in foreign investment, ownership structures, and other reportable events.
Monitoring compliance with ongoing reporting requirements to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
8. Structuring Cross-Border Transactions:
Advisory on structuring cross-border transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, to comply with FEMA and FDI regulations.
Guidance on transfer pricing, valuation, and other compliance aspects of cross-border transactions.
Support in drafting and reviewing transaction documents to ensure regulatory compliance.
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