FEMA, RBI, NBFC & Cross-Border Transactions
FDI · ODI · ECB · NBFC · RBI Reporting · FEMA Compounding · Cross-Border
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info@bmtandassociates.comWith the increasing globalisation of businesses and cross-border capital flows, compliance with foreign exchange laws and regulatory frameworks has become essential for both inbound and outbound transactions.
Bhavesh M. Thakkar & Associates (BMTA) advises on foreign exchange regulations, cross-border investments, and regulatory compliance under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and applicable Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations. The firm supports clients in structuring transactions and ensuring adherence to applicable regulatory requirements.
We assist Indian and foreign entities in navigating regulatory frameworks governing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Overseas Direct Investment (ODI), External Commercial Borrowings (ECB), cross-border transactions and capital flows, and RBI approvals and reporting requirements.
Our Services Includes
We assist Indian and foreign entities in structuring and complying with foreign exchange regulations, RBI reporting requirements, and NBFC regulatory frameworks.
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Advisory on foreign investment regulations in India
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Structuring of FDI in joint ventures, wholly owned subsidiaries, and greenfield projects
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Issue of equity shares, CCDs (compulsorily convertible debentures), and CCPS to non-residents
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FC-GPR filing (Foreign Currency — Gross Provisional Return)
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FC-TRS filing (Foreign Currency — Transfer of Shares)
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Branch Office, Liaison Office, and Project Office setup — RBI application and ongoing compliance
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Structuring of overseas investments by Indian companies in foreign subsidiaries and JVs
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ODI Form filing with authorised dealer bank and Annual Performance Report (APR) submission to RBI
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Acquisition of foreign companies and shares through ODI route
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Share swap and exchange arrangements in overseas investments
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Capitalisation of exports and receivables as ODI contribution
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Overseas investments by individuals under LRS (Liberalised Remittance Scheme)
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Advisory on overseas direct investment compliance and reporting
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Legal opinions on FEMA compliance for complex cross-border transactions
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Annual Return on Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA)
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Compounding of FEMA offences — application, penalty mitigation, and settlement with RBI
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ECB (External Commercial Borrowing) structuring, documentation, and RBI filing
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LRS compliance — remittances for education, travel, investment abroad, and gifts
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Advisory on acquisition and transfer of immovable property in India by non-residents
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FEMA compliance for NRIs purchasing and selling property in India
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Assistance in obtaining RBI approvals for regulated transactions
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Reporting of FDI and ODI transactions
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Advisory on transfer of securities between residents and non-residents
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Liaison with regulatory authorities for approvals and clarifications
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Compliance with RBI Master Directions and circulars
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NBFC Registration and RBI Certificate of Registration
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NBFC eligibility assessment
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Approval for Change in Management / Control of NBFC
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RBI statutory returns filing
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RBI Master Directions implementation — Fair Practices Code (FPC), KYC-AML, ALM Policy
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AML / KYC / PMLA compliance — policy drafting, training, and implementation
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FIU-IND registration, CKYC, CERSAI, and CIC reporting for NBFCs
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Drafting of all RBI-mandated NBFC policies — complete policy framework
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Support in Transfer, Sale, or Voluntary Surrender of NBFC Certificate of Registration
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RBI prior approvals for transactions requiring specific approval — applications, representations, and follow-up
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Repatriation of dividends, royalties, technical service fees, and interest from India — FEMA compliance
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Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds (FCCBs) — issuance and compliance
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Cross-border M&A — regulatory advisory for inbound and outbound acquisitions
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Import-Export transaction advisory under FEMA — trade credits, advance payments, export proceeds
We Work With
Manufacturing Companies
IT Consulting Companies
Software Sector
Chemical Industries
Private Sector Banks
Nationalized Banks
NBFCs
Construction Companies
Engineering Sector
Outsourcing
Foreign Companies
Food Processing
Conglomerates
Broking Companies
Manufacturing Companies
IT Consulting Companies
Software Sector
Chemical Industries
Private Sector Banks
Nationalized Banks
NBFCs
Construction Companies
Engineering Sector
Outsourcing
Foreign Companies
Food Processing
Conglomerates
Broking Companies
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