FEMA Compliance and FDI / ODI Filing Services in Bangalore
Receiving foreign investment, investing abroad or remitting money across borders? The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and RBI rules apply to each of these. Muralidhar & Naveena Associates, a chartered accountant firm in Rajajinagar, Bangalore, handles FEMA compliance, RBI reporting and advice for companies, startups, NRIs and overseas investors.
Our FEMA Services
FDI Reporting
Reporting of foreign investment received by your company, including FC-GPR for share allotment, FC-TRS for share transfers and the annual FLA return.
Overseas Investment (ODI)
Guidance and reporting for Indian companies and individuals investing abroad or setting up a foreign entity. See our UAE Business Setup page.
NRI Investments and Repatriation
NRE and NRO accounts, investment rules, and repatriation of sale proceeds and income. See our NRI tax consultant page.
Remittances and Form 15CA / 15CB
Certificates and advice for payments to non-residents and overseas remittances, including the tax and FEMA position.
Late Filing and Compounding
If a FEMA filing was missed or delayed, we assess the position, prepare the application to regularise it and represent you before the authorities.
Entering India as a Foreign Company
Choosing between a subsidiary, branch or liaison office, incorporation and the FEMA filings that follow. See our Corporate Law Practice.
Who Needs FEMA Support?
- Indian companies and startups receiving foreign investment
- Foreign companies and investors entering India
- Indian businesses and individuals investing or setting up entities abroad
- NRIs and OCIs investing in, selling or remitting from Indian assets
- Businesses making or receiving cross-border payments
FEMA rules and timelines depend on the transaction. Tell us about yours and we will confirm what applies.
Raising money for a new company? See our startup registration and DPIIT recognition service. We also handle your income tax return filing and GST registration and filing.
Documents Usually Required
- Incorporation documents and latest share capital details of the company
- Board and shareholder resolutions, and share allotment or transfer details
- Foreign investor details and KYC, and proof of inward remittance
- Valuation certificate, where required
- Authorised dealer (AD) bank details
- For NRIs: passport or OCI, bank statements and the relevant property or investment documents
We send you a checklist matched to your transaction.
How It Works?
1. Consultation
Tell us about your transaction. We identify the FEMA rules and filings that apply.
2. Documents
You share the documents on our checklist. We review them for accuracy.
3. Filing
We prepare and submit the filings through your bank and the RBI portal.
4. Ongoing Compliance
Annual returns, reminders and support for future transactions.
FEMA FAQs
The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) regulates foreign exchange transactions, foreign investment in India and Indian investment abroad. Missing a required filing or breaking a rule can lead to penalties, so it is important to get it right.
Yes. Receiving foreign investment generally requires reporting to the RBI within the prescribed timelines, and an annual FLA return where applicable. Late reporting can attract a late submission fee. We handle the filings for you.
In many cases yes, subject to conditions and limits, with the right documents and tax certificates. The rules depend on the asset and the account. See our NRI tax services and our income tax return filing support, and we will advise on your case.
Tell us as soon as possible. Depending on the case, the delay can be regularised by filing late with a fee, or by applying for compounding. We assess your position and guide you. See also our general FAQs.
Related Services
Income Tax Return (ITR) Filing
Accurate return filing for individuals, professionals, businesses and NRIs, with refund and notice support.
GST Registration and Filing
New registration, monthly and annual returns, input tax credit review and notice replies.
Startup Registration and DPIIT Recognition
Company or LLP incorporation, DPIIT recognition and first-year compliance setup.