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Your Gateway to Indian Market Success

Premier Chartered Accountancy firm with 22+ years of expertise in establishing 250+ foreign entities across 18 countries in India

RBI Empaneled FDI Specialists 360° Compliance

Comprehensive Services for Global Businesses

From traditional audit & taxation to complex cross-border transactions - Your single-point financial partner in India

ICAI Registered 150+ CA Professionals PAN India Presence

Automobile Hub Specialists

End-to-end establishment & compliance services for automobile manufacturers & component suppliers in Chennai's industrial corridor

Land Acquisition State Incentives Vendor Development
22+
Years of Excellence
250+
Foreign Entities Established
18
Countries Served
150+
CA Professionals
100%
RBI Compliance Success

DLS & Associates: Chartered Accountants

A premier full-service CA firm with specialized expertise in foreign entity establishment and traditional chartered accountancy services

Your Trusted Financial Partners Since 2001

Founded in 2001, DLS & Associates has grown into one of India's leading Chartered Accountancy firms with a distinct dual specialization: comprehensive traditional CA services and expert facilitation of foreign investments into India.

Foreign Investment Expertise

  • FDI Policy Advisory & Structuring
  • Company Incorporation (WOS, JV, LLP)
  • RBI Liaisoning & Compliance
  • Branch/Liaison Office Setup
  • Automobile Sector Specialization

Traditional CA Services

  • Statutory & Internal Audit
  • Direct & Indirect Taxation
  • GST Registration & Compliance
  • Accounting & Bookkeeping
  • Corporate & Legal Advisory

Our Strategic Locations

Chennai (Head Office)

Address: 5th Floor, Kences Towers, 48 North Usman Road, T Nagar, Chennai - 600017

Specialization: Automobile Sector, Manufacturing FDI, South India Market Entry

Delhi (NCR Office)

Address: 9th Floor, World Trade Tower, Barakhamba Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001

Specialization: North India Entry, Service Sector FDI, Government Liaisoning

Comprehensive Service Portfolio

Integrated solutions blending traditional chartered accountancy with specialized foreign investment expertise

FDI Advisory & Structuring

Comprehensive guidance on Foreign Direct Investment routes, sectoral caps, and optimal investment structures for maximum compliance and tax efficiency.

  • Sector-specific FDI policy analysis
  • Automatic vs Government route assessment
  • Investment structuring for tax optimization
  • Repatriation & exit strategy planning
Schedule FDI Consultation →

Foreign Company Setup

End-to-end establishment of subsidiaries, branch offices, liaison offices, and project offices for foreign companies in India.

  • Company name approval & incorporation
  • DIN, DSC, and PAN registration
  • Share capital structuring & infusion
  • Post-incorporation compliance setup
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Joint Venture Formation

Facilitating strategic JVs between foreign and Indian partners with comprehensive due diligence and agreement structuring.

  • Indian partner identification & due diligence
  • JV agreement drafting & negotiation
  • Shareholding & management structuring
  • Technology transfer agreement support
Explore JV Opportunities →

Automobile Sector FDI

Specialized services for automobile manufacturers & component suppliers in Sriperumbudur, Chennai industrial corridor.

  • Land acquisition & SEZ/industrial park setup
  • Tamil Nadu state incentive availment
  • Vendor development & localization support
  • Automobile testing & certification liaison
Automobile Sector Details →

RBI Liaisoning & FEMA Compliance

Complete RBI reporting, documentation, and ongoing FEMA compliance management for foreign entities.

  • Form FC-GPR, FC-TRS, LLP-I filing
  • Annual Performance Reporting (APR)
  • Branch office renewal & compliance
  • FEMA advisory & violation rectification
Discuss RBI Compliance →

Expatriate & Employment Compliance

Comprehensive support for employment of foreign nationals in India including visa, tax, and social security compliance.

  • Employment visa & work permit support
  • Expatriate taxation & tax equalization
  • Social security agreement benefits
  • Payroll processing for expatriates
Expatriate Services →

Audit & Assurance

Comprehensive audit services including statutory audit, internal audit, tax audit, and concurrent audit for businesses of all sizes.

  • Statutory audit under Companies Act 2013
  • Internal audit & risk assessment
  • Tax audit under Income Tax Act
  • Stock audit & forensic audit
Audit Services →

Direct & Indirect Taxation

End-to-end tax planning, compliance, and advisory services covering income tax, corporate tax, and international taxation.

  • Corporate & individual tax planning
  • International tax & transfer pricing
  • Tax return filing & assessment
  • Tax litigation & dispute resolution
Taxation Services →

GST Compliance & Advisory

Complete GST services from registration to return filing, audit, and litigation support across all Indian states.

  • GST registration & migration
  • Monthly/quarterly return filing
  • GST audit & assessment
  • Refund processing & litigation
GST Services →

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Professional accounting services including bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and management reporting.

  • Bookkeeping & ledger maintenance
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Management accounting & reporting
  • Accounting software implementation
Accounting Services →

Corporate & Legal Advisory

Advisory services covering company law compliance, secretarial services, and corporate restructuring.

  • Company incorporation & ROC filing
  • Board & shareholder meeting management
  • Mergers, acquisitions & restructuring
  • Due diligence & valuation
Corporate Advisory →

Business Advisory & CFO Services

Strategic business advisory, virtual CFO services, and financial planning for growing businesses.

  • Virtual CFO & financial controller services
  • Business plan & feasibility studies
  • Budgeting & financial forecasting
  • Performance monitoring & KPI tracking
Business Advisory →

Transfer Pricing

Comprehensive transfer pricing services including documentation, benchmarking, and dispute resolution.

  • Transfer pricing documentation
  • Benchmarking studies
  • Advance Pricing Agreements (APA)
  • Transfer pricing audit defense
Transfer Pricing →

Due Diligence

Financial, tax, and commercial due diligence for M&A, investments, and strategic partnerships.

  • Financial due diligence
  • Tax due diligence
  • Commercial due diligence
  • Vendor & partner assessment
Due Diligence →

IPO & Fundraising Advisory

End-to-end support for IPOs, private equity fundraising, and debt financing.

  • IPO readiness assessment
  • DRHP preparation & SEBI compliance
  • Private equity fundraising
  • Debt structuring & syndication
Fundraising Support →

Startup & MSME Advisory

Specialized services for startups and MSMEs including funding support, compliance, and growth advisory.

  • Startup India registration
  • Angel/VC funding support
  • MSME registration & benefits
  • Growth strategy & scaling
Startup Services →

Industry Specialization

Deep sector-specific expertise across key industries with focused FDI experience

Automobile & Components

Comprehensive FDI support for OEMs and component manufacturers in Sriperumbudur, Chennai, and NCR regions.

Takumi Auto Parts Japan Hyundai Mobis India BorgWarner India

Electronics & Semiconductors

Specialized services for electronics manufacturing under India's PLI scheme and semiconductor initiatives.

Samsung Electronics India LG Electronics India Panasonic India

Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare

Regulatory compliance, FDA approvals, and market entry strategy for pharma and healthcare companies.

Astellas Pharma India Daiichi Sankyo India Roche Diagnostics India

Food Processing & FMCG

End-to-end setup and compliance for food processing units and FMCG distribution networks.

Nestlé India Unilever India Kraft Heinz India

IT & Technology Services

SEZ setup, GST complexities, and export incentive optimization for IT/ITES companies.

Infosys Limited Wipro Limited Tech Mahindra

Logistics & E-commerce

Marketplace compliance, supply chain structuring, and warehouse setup for logistics players.

DHL India FedEx India Amazon India

Success Stories & Case Studies

Real-world examples of successful foreign entity establishment across diverse industries

TAJ
Automobile Components Japan

Takumi Auto Parts Japan - Sriperumbudur Setup

Complete establishment of ₹250 crore manufacturing unit in Sriperumbudur with 100% FDI through automatic route. Managed land acquisition, state incentives, and vendor development for localization requirements.

Investment ₹250 Crore
Timeline 5 Months
Jobs Created 350+
"DLS managed our complete India entry from FDI approval to production commencement. Their expertise in Tamil Nadu's automobile ecosystem was invaluable." — Mr. Hiroshi Tanaka, MD, Takumi Auto Parts India
SEI
Electronics Manufacturing South Korea

Samsung Electronics India - Noida Expansion

Facilitated ₹500 crore expansion of mobile manufacturing unit under PLI scheme. Handled complex GST inversions, customs duty exemptions, and state-level incentive negotiations.

Investment ₹500 Crore
Timeline 7 Months
PLI Benefits ₹85 Crore
"The DLS team's understanding of electronics manufacturing incentives saved us significant costs and accelerated our expansion timeline." — Ms. Ji-eun Park, CFO, Samsung Electronics India
MPG
Food Processing Malaysia

Malaysian Palm Oil Group - Joint Venture Formation

Structured 51:49 JV with Indian partner for palm oil processing unit in Gujarat. Managed FIPB approval (required for food processing FDI), technology transfer agreements, and export commitment compliance.

Investment ₹180 Crore
Timeline 9 Months
Export Commitment 30% of Production
"DLS's due diligence on our Indian partner and their FIPB approval expertise made our JV formation seamless despite sectoral restrictions." — Mr. Ahmad Yusuf, Director, MPG India JV

Global Footprint: Countries We Serve

Successfully established entities for companies from 18 countries across the globe

Asia (8 Countries)

Japan South Korea Malaysia Singapore Thailand Vietnam Philippines Indonesia

Europe (6 Countries)

Germany France United Kingdom Italy Sweden Netherlands

Americas (3 Countries)

United States Canada Brazil

Oceania (1 Country)

Australia
Primary Markets (Japan, Korea, Malaysia)
Secondary Markets (Singapore, Germany, USA)
Other Markets

Our Structured Process for Foreign Entity Establishment

A proven 7-step methodology for seamless market entry into India

1

Initial Assessment & Feasibility

Comprehensive analysis of investment structure, sectoral regulations, and optimal entry strategy

  • FDI route determination
  • Tax implication analysis
  • Location feasibility study
2

Entity Structuring & Documentation

Legal entity selection (WOS/JV/LLP/Branch) and preparation of all incorporation documents

  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Director identification & KYC
  • Registered office arrangement
3

Regulatory Approvals & RBI Compliance

Securing all necessary approvals and completing RBI reporting requirements

  • Company incorporation (ROC)
  • RBI reporting (FC-GPR)
  • FEMA compliance setup
4

Tax Registrations & Licenses

Obtaining all statutory registrations and operational licenses

  • PAN, TAN, GST registration
  • Import Export Code (IEC)
  • Industry-specific licenses
5

Bank Account Opening & Capital Infusion

Facilitating bank account setup and managing foreign capital inflow

  • Bank account opening (NRE/FCNR)
  • Foreign remittance processing
  • Share certificate issuance
6

Post-Incorporation Compliance Setup

Establishing ongoing compliance framework and accounting systems

  • Accounting software implementation
  • Monthly compliance calendar
  • Internal control systems
7

Ongoing Support & Advisory

Continuous compliance management and strategic advisory services

  • Monthly GST/TCS/TDS filing
  • Annual ROC & RBI reporting
  • Tax planning & advisory

Contact DLS & Associates

Get in touch with our specialized teams based on your requirements

Automobile Sector FDI

For automobile manufacturers and component suppliers looking to establish operations in Sriperumbudur, Chennai.

Mr. Arvind Sharma Partner - Automobile Practice arvind.sharma@dlsindia.online
Email FDI Team

Japan/Korea FDI Desk

Dedicated team for Japanese and Korean companies entering India with Japanese and Korean language support.

Ms. Priya Tanaka Head - Japan/Korea Desk japan.desk@dlsindia.online
Email Japan/Korea Desk

RBI & FEMA Compliance

Specialized team for RBI reporting, FEMA compliance, and foreign exchange management.

Mr. Rajesh Kumar Partner - RBI Practice rbi.liaison@dlsindia.online
Email RBI Team

Traditional CA Services

For audit, taxation, GST, and other traditional chartered accountancy services.

Mr. Sanjay Mehta Partner - Audit & Tax audit@dlsindia.online
Email Audit Team

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