Choosing between a Wholly Owned Subsidiary, a Joint Venture, and an LLP is the single decision that shapes your India tax position, compliance calendar, and exit flexibility for years afterward. This page compares the three routes and gives you an indicative cost range to plan against — use it to frame the conversation, not as a final quote.
Compare Your Entry Options
| Factor | Wholly Owned Subsidiary | Joint Venture | LLP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign ownership | Up to 100% (sector-dependent) | Typically capped by sector or negotiated with partner | Up to 100% where automatic route applies |
| Operational control | Full control | Shared with local partner | Full control among designated partners |
| Typical use case | Sectors permitting 100% FDI, company wants full control | Sectors with FDI caps, or where local market access matters | Services businesses not needing external equity funding |
| Compliance burden | Higher — full Companies Act compliance | Higher — plus shareholder agreement governance | Lower — fewer statutory filings than a company |
| Ability to raise equity funding | Straightforward | Requires partner consent | Limited — not suited to VC/PE funding |
| Exit complexity | Moderate | Higher — partner buyout or sale terms apply | Lower |
Estimate Your Setup and Compliance Costs
This estimator gives an indicative range based on typical engagements. It excludes government fees that vary by state and authorised capital, and it is not a quote — request a scoped proposal from A2 Consultants for figures specific to your entry.
How We Help
- Comparative tax and compliance modelling across WOS, JV, and LLP for your specific sector and funding plan
- Drafting and negotiation support for joint venture and shareholder agreements
- Entity incorporation, RBI reporting, and first-year compliance calendar setup
- A scoped, written fee proposal once we understand your sector, capital structure, and timeline
The right structure depends on details this page cannot capture — your sector’s FDI classification, funding plans, and long-term India strategy. Talk to A2 Consultants for a structuring conversation and a written proposal.