At White Business Consultant Pvt. Ltd., we provide end-to-end International Remittance, FEMA, RBI, and Cross-Border Regulatory Advisory services to individuals, NRIs, foreign investors, and Indian businesses. Our advisory ensures lawful fund movement, regulatory compliance, tax efficiency, and seamless execution of cross-border transactions.

Our expertise ensures full compliance with FEMA, RBI, FDI, ODI, LRS, and Income Tax regulations, helping clients mitigate risk, avoid penalties, and execute transactions smoothly through authorized banking channels.

FEMA & RBI Approval Advisory

Description

FEMA & RBI Approval Advisory provides regulatory guidance and execution support for transactions governed by the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and RBI policies. These approvals are critical for lawful foreign investments, cross-border remittances, overseas business operations, and foreign ownership structures.

Who Requires It

  • Indian companies receiving foreign investment
  • Foreign entities acquiring Indian businesses
  • NRIs involved in property, business, or financial transactions
  • Entities undertaking cross-border loans, guarantees, or remittances

How WBC Can Help

  • Regulatory feasibility and transaction structuring
  • End-to-end FEMA and RBI approval assistance
  • Coordination with RBI and Authorized Dealer (AD) Banks
  • Post-approval compliance and risk mitigation support

FDI Policy Compliance

Description

FDI Policy Compliance ensures that foreign investments into India are structured and executed in accordance with FEMA, RBI regulations, and Government of India FDI policy guidelines.

Who Requires It

  • Indian companies receiving FDI
  • Foreign investors and joint ventures
  • Startups with overseas ownership

How WBC Can Help

  • Sectoral analysis and entry route determination
  • FDI structuring and compliance execution
  • FC-GPR, FC-TRS, and reporting support
  • Ongoing post-investment compliance monitoring

Investment Structuring for NRIs & Foreign Entities

Description

Investment Structuring for NRIs and Foreign Entities involves designing compliant, tax-efficient, and risk-mitigated investment frameworks for inbound and outbound investments. Proper structuring ensures compliance with FEMA, RBI regulations, FDI policy, and Indian tax laws while optimizing ownership, repatriation, and exit strategies.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs investing in Indian companies, startups, or joint ventures
  • Foreign companies or individuals investing in India
  • Entities acquiring Indian real estate or business assets
  • Investors planning repatriation or exit from Indian investments

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Assessment of investor residency and eligibility under FEMA
  • Selection of appropriate investment route (FDI, ODI, LRS, etc.)
  • Structuring equity, debt, or hybrid instruments
  • Tax, repatriation, and exit planning

How WBC Can Help

  • Customized investment and ownership structuring advisory
  • FEMA, FDI, RBI, and tax compliance execution
  • Repatriation and exit strategy planning
  • End-to-end coordination with banks and regulators

Advisory on Purchase & Sale of Property in India

Description

Property transaction advisory ensures lawful acquisition, transfer, and sale of immovable property in India by residents, NRIs, and foreign nationals. Compliance with FEMA, RBI regulations, state property laws, and income tax provisions is critical to avoid penalties and future disputes.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs and PIOs purchasing or selling property in India
  • Foreign nationals inheriting or transferring property
  • Residents selling property to non-residents
  • Investors planning repatriation of sale proceeds

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Verification of eligibility under FEMA
  • Review of property type and permissible transactions
  • Capital gains and TDS computation
  • Bank and remittance documentation

How WBC Can Help

  • Eligibility and compliance assessment
  • Transaction structuring and tax advisory
  • TDS and capital gains planning
  • Repatriation documentation and execution support

FEMA Compliance – Immovable Property

Description

FEMA Compliance for immovable property governs the acquisition, holding, inheritance, gifting, transfer, and repatriation of property in India by NRIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs and PIOs owning or transferring property in India
  • Foreign nationals inheriting Indian property
  • Residents transferring property to non-residents

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Eligibility verification under FEMA regulations
  • Review of transaction structure and documentation
  • Bank and AD compliance confirmation
  • Post-transaction reporting and compliance

How WBC Can Help

  • FEMA compliance review and advisory
  • Transaction structuring and documentation support
  • Coordination with Authorized Dealer banks
  • End-to-end compliance assurance

Repatriation of Sale Proceeds

Description

Repatriation of sale proceeds involves transferring funds outside India arising from sale of property or investments, subject to FEMA, RBI, and income tax regulations.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs selling property or investments in India
  • Foreign investors exiting Indian businesses
  • Individuals repatriating inherited assets

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Verification of repatriation eligibility and limits
  • Capital gains tax and TDS compliance
  • Preparation of bank and CA documentation
  • Execution through Authorized Dealer banks

How WBC Can Help

  • Eligibility and limit assessment
  • Tax and compliance coordination
  • Bank documentation and approvals
  • Smooth outward remittance execution

Liaison with Banks & Authorised Dealers

Description

Liaison with Banks and Authorized Dealer (AD) Banks is a critical component of FEMA compliance and cross-border transactions. Effective coordination ensures smooth processing of inward and outward remittances, RBI reporting, approvals, and confirmation of regulatory compliance for NRIs, foreign investors, and Indian entities.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs and foreign investors remitting funds to or from India
  • Indian companies receiving FDI or making overseas investments
  • Individuals requiring FEMA approvals or confirmations
  • Entities filing RBI forms through AD banks

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Identification of applicable FEMA and RBI requirements
  • Preparation of bank-specific documentation
  • Submission through designated AD Bank
  • Clarifications, approvals, and compliance confirmation

How WBC Can Help

  • Preparation and submission of complete bank documentation
  • Handling AD bank queries and FEMA confirmations
  • Regular follow-ups for faster transaction execution
  • Single-point coordination with banks and regulators

Reporting under FDI & ODI Regulations

Description

Reporting under Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) regulations is mandatory for validating cross-border capital transactions. Timely and accurate reporting to RBI ensures regulatory compliance and prevents penalties.

Who Requires It

  • Indian companies receiving foreign investment
  • Indian residents or entities investing overseas
  • NRIs holding capital instruments in Indian companies
  • Entities involved in cross-border capital transactions

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Identification of applicable FDI/ODI reporting requirements
  • Compilation of transaction, valuation, and KYC documents
  • Filing returns through RBI portal via AD bank
  • Rectification of defects and compliance tracking

How WBC Can Help

  • Identification of correct RBI reporting forms
  • Preparation and filing of FDI and ODI returns
  • Coordination with AD banks and RBI
  • Defect resolution and post-filing compliance support

Form FC-GPR & FC-TRS Advisory

Description

Form FC-GPR and FC-TRS are mandatory RBI filings under FEMA for issuance or transfer of shares and capital instruments involving non-residents. These filings validate foreign investment transactions in India.

Who Requires It

  • Indian companies issuing shares to non-residents
  • NRIs or foreign investors acquiring or transferring shares
  • Resident shareholders transferring shares to non-residents

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Verification of transaction eligibility under FDI policy
  • Valuation certification and KYC compliance
  • Online filing of FC-GPR or FC-TRS through RBI portal
  • Approval and confirmation through AD bank

How WBC Can Help

  • Transaction eligibility and FEMA compliance review
  • Valuation, KYC, and documentation support
  • Online filing and AD bank coordination
  • Post-filing follow-ups and approval confirmation

Annual FLA Return Support

Description

The Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) Return is an annual RBI filing mandatory for Indian entities having foreign investment or overseas assets. Accurate reporting is essential to avoid penalties.

Who Requires It

  • Companies with FDI or ODI
  • LLPs with foreign investment
  • Entities holding overseas assets or liabilities

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Applicability assessment based on financial data
  • Reconciliation of foreign assets and liabilities
  • Online filing with RBI within prescribed timelines
  • Handling RBI queries, if any

How WBC Can Help

  • Applicability assessment and data validation
  • Financial reconciliation and reporting accuracy
  • Timely filing of FLA return with RBI
  • Query resolution and compliance support

Inward Remittances to India

Description

Inward Remittances to India involve the receipt of funds from overseas into India for purposes such as investment, family maintenance, gifts, property purchase, business operations, or services. Proper classification, routing, and reporting of inward remittances under FEMA and RBI regulations is essential to ensure compliance and avoid future regulatory or tax issues.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs and foreign nationals remitting funds to India
  • Indian companies receiving foreign investment or overseas payments
  • Individuals receiving gifts, inheritances, or family support from abroad
  • Exporters and service providers receiving foreign income

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Identification of permissible purpose under FEMA
  • Routing through appropriate bank account (NRE, NRO, or resident account)
  • Purpose code classification by AD Bank
  • Regulatory reporting, if applicable (FDI or other filings)

How WBC Can Help

  • Classification of inward remittances under FEMA
  • FEMA and RBI compliance advisory
  • Bank documentation and purpose code guidance
  • Regulatory compliance confirmation and reporting support

Outward Remittances from India

Description

Outward Remittances from India involve the transfer of funds from India to overseas destinations for permitted purposes such as investments, education, medical treatment, business payments, maintenance of relatives, or asset acquisition. These remittances must comply strictly with FEMA, RBI, and applicable tax regulations.

Who Requires It

  • Resident individuals remitting funds abroad
  • Indian companies making overseas investments or payments
  • NRIs repatriating eligible funds from India
  • Individuals funding education or medical expenses abroad

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Verification of permissible remittance purpose
  • Assessment under FEMA, LRS, or ODI regulations
  • Documentation and declarations submission to AD Bank
  • Execution and confirmation of remittance

How WBC Can Help

  • Eligibility assessment under FEMA and RBI norms
  • Purpose classification and documentation preparation
  • Tax compliance and AD bank coordination
  • Smooth and timely outward remittance execution

LRS Advisory & Documentation

Description

The Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) allows resident individuals to remit funds abroad up to RBI-prescribed limits for approved purposes such as investment, education, travel, gifts, or family maintenance. Proper documentation and tax compliance are mandatory under LRS.

Who Requires It

  • Resident individuals remitting funds overseas
  • Families sponsoring education or living expenses abroad
  • Individuals investing in foreign assets or securities
  • Persons making gifts or donations outside India

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Confirmation of resident status
  • Verification of permissible purpose under LRS
  • Preparation of declarations, KYC, and Form A2
  • Compliance with TCS and reporting requirements

How WBC Can Help

  • LRS eligibility and annual limit assessment
  • Purpose classification and documentation support
  • TCS and tax advisory
  • Bank coordination for smooth remittance execution

NRE / NRO / FCNR Account Advisory

Description

NRE (Non-Resident External), NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary), and FCNR (Foreign Currency Non-Resident) accounts are specialized banking accounts for NRIs to manage income, investments, and repatriation in compliance with FEMA and RBI regulations.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs earning income or holding assets in India
  • Foreign nationals of Indian origin managing Indian funds
  • Individuals receiving rent, dividends, or interest in India
  • NRI families managing remittances and repatriation

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Determination of NRI or PIO status
  • Selection of appropriate account type
  • Completion of KYC and account opening documentation
  • Operational and repatriation compliance

How WBC Can Help

  • Account selection advisory (NRE / NRO / FCNR)
  • Taxation and repatriation guidance
  • Operational and FEMA compliance support
  • Coordination with banks and AD dealers

NRI Tax, Capital Gains & DTAA Advisory

Description

NRI Tax Advisory covers income tax compliance in India including capital gains, rental income, interest income, TDS, and application of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) to avoid double taxation.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs earning income from India
  • NRIs selling property or investments in India
  • Foreign investors claiming DTAA benefits
  • NRIs receiving income subject to TDS

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Determination of residential status
  • Identification of taxable income in India
  • DTAA benefit evaluation
  • Income tax return filing and compliance

How WBC Can Help

  • Capital gains and TDS advisory
  • DTAA benefit analysis and documentation
  • NRI income tax return filing
  • Tax notice handling and compliance support

Business Setup in India for NRIs & Foreign Investors

Description

Business Setup in India for NRIs and Foreign Investors includes end-to-end advisory for establishing a compliant business presence in India through company incorporation, FEMA compliance, FDI structuring, RBI approvals, and ongoing regulatory support.

Who Requires It

  • NRIs planning to start a business in India
  • Foreign companies setting up Indian subsidiaries or JVs
  • Overseas investors entering the Indian market
  • Startups with foreign promoters or funding

Eligibility & Process (Brief)

  • Assessment of sectoral FDI eligibility
  • Selection of entity structure (Company, LLP, JV, Branch)
  • Incorporation and statutory registrations
  • RBI reporting and post-incorporation compliance

How WBC Can Help

  • Entity selection and incorporation advisory
  • FDI and FEMA structuring
  • RBI approvals, filings, and reporting
  • Ongoing legal, tax, and compliance support