Practical Checklist for Foreign Companies Before the 31 October 2026 PF ECR Deadline
The PF ECR deadline 2026 for the September wage month is 31 October 2026, and for many foreign companies in India it is only days away. EPFO moved the original 15 October due date after the EPF wage ceiling rose from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month with effect from 17 September 2026. That change made […]
MCA Latest FAQs on Foreign Companies – FC-1, FC-3 and FC-4 Compliance Clarified (October 2026)
FC-1 FC-3 FC-4 compliance is now easier to understand for overseas businesses, following the FAQs the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) published in August 2026 on foreign company registration. A foreign company that opens a branch, liaison or project office in India often assumes that registering once is enough. In practice, registration is only the […]
Tax Audit Deadline Extended to 21 October 2026: What It Means for Foreign-Owned Companies
The tax audit deadline extended to 21 October 2026 gives audit-case taxpayers a short window, but many foreign-owned companies are unsure whether it applies to them. On 28 September 2026, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) moved the date for furnishing the tax audit report for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 from 30 September to […]
MCA FAQs on Foreign Companies Having Place of Business in India: Key Clarifications, October 2026
Does your overseas company have a project site, an employee, or a representative operating in India? If so, you may already be a “foreign company” under Indian law. Foreign companies having place of business in India must register with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and keep up annual filings. This applies whether the presence is […]
Union Budget 2026 Startup Tax Breaks: Complete Guide
The Union Budget 2026 startup tax breaks represent a transformative opportunity for Indian startups, foreign companies establishing operations in India, NRIs investing in domestic ventures, and international investors seeking tax-efficient structures. As India’s best law firm in India specializing in cross-border corporate compliance, Startup Solicitors LLP provides comprehensive legal guidance to both domestic entrepreneurs and […]