Why Indian Startups Must Think Global in 2026
A SaaS founder in Pune told us last month: "I raised $2M in seed. Investors asked about my Delaware entity. I had none. They said come back when you're 'structured properly.' Lost the round."
This is the 2026 reality. Global expansion isn't optional anymore—it's table stakes for serious startups.
Why the shift? Three forces converging:
Force 1: VC Funding Bias. According to EY India's 2025 analysis, Indian ODI outflows hit $17.54 billion in FY 2021-22, up from $12.37B during pandemic. VCs increasingly expect founders to have clean global structures for future exits, especially US VCs investing in Indian startups who prefer Delaware entities for liquidity events.
Force 2: Customer Trust. B2B clients—especially in US, Europe—hesitate signing contracts with Indian entities for SaaS, data services, AI tools. They want local legal entity, local data residency, GDPR compliance. Singapore or Delaware entity converts better than Indian Pvt Ltd when selling to global enterprise.
Force 3: Tax + IP Optimization. Not about evasion—about smart structuring. Singapore's 17% corporate tax vs India's 25%. Holding IP in favorable jurisdiction. Profit repatriation flexibility. These add up to millions saved over 5 years.
$17.54B
Indian ODI outflows FY 2021-22 (post-pandemic surge)
400%
Max ODI limit as % of Indian entity's net worth
2 Layers
Max subsidiary structure for round-trip investments (ODI 2022)
Dec 31
Annual APR filing deadline for all overseas subsidiaries
But here's the problem: Most Indian founders approach overseas expansion backwards. They watch a Dubai influencer video, incorporate an entity, then discover they violated ODI regulations. Now they have an illegal structure, accumulated penalties, and compliance nightmares.
The right way: Understand the 3-layer legal framework FIRST. Then structure intelligently. Execute compliantly.
The 3-Layer Legal Framework Every Founder Must Understand
Stop thinking "How do I register a company in Singapore?" That's layer 2 of 3. Most founders skip layers 1 and 3 entirely—then wonder why they're in legal trouble.
Here are the three layers that determine whether your global structure is legal or a ticking compliance bomb:
Layer 1: Indian Law (The Foundation You Can't Skip)
Every rupee leaving India is governed by Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and RBI's ODI Regulations 2022.
Key requirements:
- Automatic Route vs Approval Route: Most startups use Automatic Route (no prior RBI approval needed). But investment must not exceed 400% of Indian entity's net worth. If you have ₹1 crore net worth, max ODI = ₹4 crore total across ALL overseas investments.
- Prohibited Activities: Cannot invest in foreign entities doing: real estate trading, gambling, financial products linked to INR (without RBI approval). Violating this makes entire investment illegal.
- Form ODI Filing: Must file with Authorized Dealer (AD) bank before investment. Get UIN (Unique Identification Number). File within 30 days before remittance. Submit share certificates within 180 days after receiving them.
- Annual Reporting: Every subsidiary needs APR (Annual Performance Report) by Dec 31. FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities & Assets) by July 15. Missing deadlines = penalties ₹5K/day.
Founders skip this layer thinking "I'll do compliance later." By "later," they've remitted ₹50 lakh illegally, penalties have accumulated to ₹10 lakh+, and regularization requires expensive CA + legal counsel.
Layer 2: Foreign Country Law (Where You're Incorporating)
Each country has its own company law, tax law, substance requirements.
Singapore example:
- Must have registered office address in Singapore
- Need minimum 1 Singapore resident director (can hire nominee director for ~$2K/year)
- Company secretary mandatory (professional service ~$1.5K/year)
- Minimum 1 shareholder (Indian parent company can be shareholder)
- 2026 Critical: Economic substance now enforced. Can't be empty shell. Need actual employees, office space, genuine business activities in Singapore. Authorities checking.
UAE example:
- Mainland vs Free Zone decision (different rules, tax, substance)
- 0% corporate tax BUT qualifying income conditions apply
- Economic Substance Regulations: Must demonstrate adequate employees, expenditure, decision-making in UAE
- No nominee directors allowed—real directors required
Delaware example:
- Easy incorporation ($200 + agent fee ~$300/year)
- But US tax compliance complex: Federal tax, state tax, beneficial ownership reporting (BOI 2024), FBAR if US bank accounts
- Need registered agent in Delaware
- If operating from India but Delaware incorporated = potential POEM (Place of Effective Management) issue making it Indian tax resident
Substance Enforcement Reality Check
In 2024-2025, UAE and Singapore tax authorities started actively investigating "substance-less" entities. If your Singapore company has zero employees, board meetings conducted from India via Zoom, no Singapore bank account being used—authorities can challenge your tax residence. Same with UAE Economic Substance Regulations. 2026 message: You can't fake substance anymore. Global tax transparency via CRS/FATCA means jurisdictions share information. If RBI sees you claimed foreign subsidiary but it's a shell, expect scrutiny.
Layer 3: Cross-Border Layer (The Most Dangerous)
This is where founders bleed money unknowingly or create illegal structures accidentally.
Transfer Pricing: Every transaction between Indian parent and foreign subsidiary must be at "arm's length" (market price). If you bill your Singapore subsidiary at ₹10/hour for services worth ₹500/hour market rate, Indian tax authorities will deem income, add it back to your profits, charge 30% tax + 200% penalty for concealment.
Round-Tripping: Indian money going abroad then coming back to India disguised as FDI is illegal. ODI 2022 permits structures with max 2 subsidiary layers if genuine business purpose + full disclosure. But using relatives abroad to route money, creating sham companies—ED (Enforcement Directorate) prosecutes these as FEMA violations.
IP Ownership: Where does your IP sit? If developed in India with Indian employees but licensed to Singapore subsidiary—what's the royalty rate? Underpricing = transfer pricing adjustment. Overpricing = unnecessary tax leakage.
POEM (Place of Effective Management): If your Delaware company's board meetings happen in India, key management decisions made in India, core business activities in India—Indian tax law can deem it Indian tax resident. Now you owe Indian taxes on worldwide income. Disaster.
Most founder mistakes happen in Layer 3 because they structure Layers 1+2 correctly but ignore cross-border tax implications.
ODI 2022 Regulations: What Changed and Why It Matters
Before August 22, 2022, Indian overseas investment was governed by archaic 2004 regulations. Startups faced ambiguity, slow approvals, unclear definitions.
August 22, 2022 = Game Changer. Government notified Foreign Exchange Management (Overseas Investment) Rules + Regulations + Directions 2022. According to Taxmann's comprehensive analysis, this was India's most significant ODI liberalization in 18 years.
Major Changes That Affect Startups:
1. Clear Definition of ODI vs OPI
Previously blurry. Now crystal clear:
ODI (Overseas Direct Investment): Investment in unlisted equity OR 10%+ of listed equity OR any investment with control (even if <10%). Includes loans, guarantees to foreign entities.
OPI (Overseas Portfolio Investment): Passive investments <10% without control in listed entities abroad.
Why it matters: Different limits apply. Individuals can do OPI under LRS (Liberalized Remittance Scheme) up to $250K/year. Indian entities can do ODI up to 400% net worth OR $1 billion/year, whichever lower.
2. 400% Net Worth Limit Introduced
Huge for startups. Your total financial commitment (equity + loans + guarantees) to ALL foreign entities cannot exceed 400% of Indian parent's net worth as per last audited balance sheet (max 18 months old).
Example: Indian startup has net worth ₹2 crore. Can invest max ₹8 crore abroad total. If already invested ₹5 crore in Singapore + ₹2 crore in UAE, remaining headroom = ₹1 crore only.
Critical: This is CUMULATIVE. Track meticulously. Exceeding limit = violations, penalties.
3. Round-Tripping Rules Relaxed (But Not Eliminated)
Old rule: If your overseas subsidiary invested back into India, completely banned (except with RBI approval).
New rule: Allowed if structure has maximum 2 layers of subsidiaries. Example: Indian Parent → Singapore Sub → Singapore Sub can invest in Indian Company B (different entity). Legal if proper disclosure.
Still illegal: Using relatives, circular routing, sham transactions, tax haven abuse without substance.
Why relaxed? India wants genuine Indian MNCs to have global operational flexibility while preventing money laundering.
4. Financial Services Investment Liberalized
Old rule: Indian entity not in financial services couldn't invest in foreign financial services company.
New rule: Allowed if Indian entity has net profits in previous 3 years. Excludes banking/insurance (still restricted).
Benefit: Tech startups can now invest in overseas fintech, NBFC-type entities if they're profitable.
5. Startup Category Recognized
ODI regulations now explicitly recognize "startups" as strategic sector. Foreign entities receiving Indian startup investment don't need limited liability structure (earlier mandatory). Eases investment in early-stage foreign startups, partnerships.
6. Deemed NOC Concept
For certain changes (like pledging shares of foreign entity), if AD bank doesn't respond within 15 days, deemed approved. Speeds up processes.
Critical 2026 Enforcement Update
While ODI 2022 liberalized rules, enforcement has tightened simultaneously. RBI + Enforcement Directorate actively investigating: (1) Substance-less structures in UAE/Singapore, (2) Under-invoicing in transfer pricing, (3) Delayed APR/FLA filings. Data sharing via CRS/FATCA means authorities know your overseas bank accounts, transactions. You can't hide. Message: Use liberalized framework legally. Don't exploit loopholes. Compliance must be pristine.
Country Selection Strategy: The Decision Framework
Wrong country choice = wasted $20K+ in setup costs + ongoing compliance burden + strategic mismatch. Right choice = accelerated growth + tax optimization + customer trust.
Here's how to decide systematically (not based on random advice):
Decision Factor 1: Where Are Your Customers?
If 70%+ customers in US: Consider Delaware C-Corp or LLC. Why? US enterprise clients prefer contracting with US entities. Payment processing easier (Stripe prefers US companies). US VCs familiar with Delaware structure for future fundraising.
If customers in EU/UK: UK Ltd or Irish company. GDPR compliance easier. European clients trust EU/UK entities more. Post-Brexit, UK still strong for Indian companies selling into Europe.
If customers in Middle East/Africa: UAE (Dubai/Abu Dhabi). Strategic location. 0% tax on qualifying income. Time zone alignment with India. Arabic-speaking business culture advantage.
If customers globally distributed (SaaS model): Singapore. Neutral jurisdiction. Recognized globally. Strong legal framework. Excellent banking infrastructure. 17% corporate tax reasonable.
Decision Factor 2: What's Your Revenue Model?
| Business Model |
Best Jurisdiction |
Why |
| B2B SaaS |
Singapore / Delaware |
Customer trust, VC-friendly, payment processing |
| Agency/Consulting |
UAE / Singapore |
0% tax UAE, easy invoicing, service export benefits |
| E-commerce Platform |
Singapore / Hong Kong |
Trade hub, logistics advantage, regional expansion base |
| AI/ML Tools |
Delaware / Singapore |
US customers prefer US entity, VC ecosystem |
| Data Services |
UK / Ireland |
GDPR compliance, EU data residency requirements |
| Hardware/Manufacturing |
Singapore / Hong Kong |
Supply chain hub, regional manufacturing base |
Decision Factor 3: Where Will You Hire?
If you're hiring engineers in Vietnam, sales team in US, operations in India—Singapore holding company coordinating all makes sense (neutral jurisdiction, strong legal system).
If all hiring will be in India with just legal entity abroad—be careful. This creates POEM (Place of Effective Management) risk. Your "foreign" company might be deemed Indian tax resident.
Decision Factor 4: Fundraising Plans
If planning to raise from US VCs: Delaware C-Corp almost mandatory. US investors deeply familiar with Delaware law, cap tables, liquidation preferences, SAFEs under Delaware structure.
If raising from Singapore/Asia VCs: Singapore Pte Ltd makes sense.
If bootstrapped/Indian VC only: Initial overseas entity less critical for fundraising. Focus on operational benefits.
Cost Reality Check (Annual)
| Jurisdiction |
Setup Cost |
Annual Compliance |
Hidden Costs |
| Singapore |
$1,500-2,500 |
$3,000-5,000 |
Nominee director $2K, office $2K/mo if substance needed |
| UAE (Free Zone) |
$3,000-5,000 |
$2,000-4,000 |
Office mandatory (₹60K-2L/year), visa costs |
| Delaware |
$500-1,000 |
$3,000-6,000 |
US tax advisor essential ($2K+), BOI filing |
| UK |
$500-1,000 |
$2,000-4,000 |
Registered office ~$500/year |
| Cayman/BVI |
$5,000-8,000 |
$4,000-8,000 |
Limited utility post-MLI, high scrutiny |
Naraway's Founder Framework
We don't recommend countries—we recommend structures. For most Indian SaaS startups in 2026, our default recommendation: Start with Singapore Pte Ltd as operating entity. If/when raising from US VCs, form Delaware C-Corp as holding company above Singapore. This gives: (1) Operational benefits of Singapore immediately, (2) Flexibility for US fundraising later, (3) Clean cap table structure VCs recognize, (4) Tax optimization between entities. But this varies by business model. We analyze: customer geography, revenue model, hiring plans, IP location, founder tax residency, 3-year growth projections—then recommend optimal initial structure + evolution path.
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Step-by-Step ODI Process: The Founder's Execution Checklist
Theory is done. Now: exactly how do you execute an overseas subsidiary setup legally from India?
Stage 1: Indian-Side ODI Compliance (Before Sending Money)
Step 1: Board Resolution
Your Indian company's Board of Directors must pass resolution authorizing overseas investment. Resolution must specify: Amount of investment, Country + entity details, Purpose of investment, Authorized signatories.
Timeline: Can be done in 1 day if directors available.
Step 2: Approach Authorized Dealer (AD) Bank
Visit your company's bank (must be AD Category-I bank like ICICI, HDFC, Axis, SBI). Request opening ODI account + UIN (Unique Identification Number) for overseas investment.
Bank will assign relationship manager for ODI desk. They'll guide you through their specific process (each bank slightly different, but follows RBI guidelines).
Step 3: File Form ODI Part I
This form reports your proposed investment to RBI (via bank). Must be filed within 30 days BEFORE remitting funds.
Documents required with Form ODI:
- Board Resolution certified true copy
- Auditor's Certificate on Net Worth (from your Indian company's CA)
- Valuation Report (if acquiring existing shares—CA/Merchant Banker must certify price is fair value based on internationally accepted methods)
- Last audited financials of Indian company (not older than 18 months)
- Copy of Indian company's MoA/AoA
- Details of foreign entity (if already exists) or draft MoA (if new entity)
Bank reviews, if satisfied, provides approval to remit funds.
Step 4: Fund Transfer
Remit funds ONLY through AD bank. Never through: Relatives abroad, Hawala/informal channels, Crypto, Non-banking channels. All illegal under FEMA.
Bank will report transaction to RBI automatically.
Permissible sources for funding: Equity capital, Internal accruals (retained profits), EEFC/RFC accounts, External Commercial Borrowing (if permitted), Swap of shares (in some cases).
Timeline: Fund transfer typically 2-5 days once bank approval received.
Stage 2: Foreign Company Incorporation
Simultaneously with Stage 1 (or after), incorporate the foreign entity.
Singapore Example Process:
- Reserve company name via ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority) - 1 day
- Appoint Singapore resident director (can be nominee director hired through corporate service provider ~$2K/year)
- Appoint company secretary (mandatory in Singapore - professional service ~$1.5K/year)
- Prepare constitution, shareholder agreements
- Submit incorporation documents to ACRA - approval typically 1 day
- Receive incorporation certificate + company registration number
- Open Singapore corporate bank account (DBS, OCBC, UOB) - can take 2-4 weeks, requires physical visit or video KYC
- Register for GST (if turnover will exceed S$1M annually)
- Setup accounting system, engage Singapore accounting firm for annual compliance
Total timeline: 2-4 weeks including bank account opening.
UAE Example Process:
- Decide: Mainland or Free Zone (different rules, costs, substance requirements)
- Choose business activity license
- Reserve trade name
- Submit application to relevant authority (DCCI for mainland, free zone authority for FZ)
- Receive initial approval
- Sign office lease (physical office mandatory)
- Submit lease + finalize incorporation
- Receive license + immigration card
- Open UAE bank account (Emirates NBD, ADCB, Mashreq) - requires physical visit
- Apply for resident visa if founders will be in UAE
Total timeline: 3-6 weeks.
Stage 3: Post-Investment Reporting (Critical – Don't Skip)
Within 180 days of remittance:
Submit to AD bank: Share certificates from foreign company, Certificate of incorporation, Proof that funds were utilized as stated.
If you don't receive share certificates within 180 days (sometimes foreign incorporation delayed), inform bank in writing explaining delay. Request extension.
Failure to submit within 180 days = late submission fees start accumulating (₹5,000/day up to 3 years).
Any material changes within 30 days:
If anything changes in foreign subsidiary (shareholding, business activity, director changes, etc.), report to AD bank within 30 days.
Stage 4: Cross-Border Tax & Legal Setup
This is where most founders get lazy. Don't.
Transfer Pricing Documentation: If transactions between Indian parent and foreign subsidiary exceed prescribed thresholds, prepare TP documentation showing arm's length pricing. Must be ready before tax audit.
Inter-Company Agreements: Draft proper agreements for services provided by Indian parent to foreign subsidiary (software development, marketing, admin, etc.). Specify pricing, payment terms, IP ownership.
IP Assignment/Licensing: If IP developed in India but will be owned by foreign subsidiary, proper assignment deed required. If licensing model, license agreement with appropriate royalty % (market rate, not arbitrary).
Substance Planning: Ensure foreign subsidiary has real substance if claiming tax benefits: Actual office space (not just virtual office), Real employees or contractors on ground, Board meetings conducted in foreign jurisdiction (not all on Zoom from India), Business decisions made abroad, Maintain local corporate records.
Annual Compliance: The Timeline Founder's Can't Miss
Setup is one-time. Compliance is forever. Miss deadlines = penalties accumulate shockingly fast.
| Compliance |
Deadline |
Filed Where |
Penalty If Late |
| Form ODI Part II / APR |
Dec 31 annually |
Through AD bank |
₹5,000/day up to 3 years |
| FLA Return |
July 15 annually |
RBI FIRMS portal directly |
₹5,000/day |
| Foreign Entity Audit |
As per local law |
Local jurisdiction |
Varies by country |
| Indian Tax Return |
Oct 31 (if audit required) |
Income Tax India |
₹5,000 + interest |
| Form 3CEB (TP Report) |
Oct 31 (if international transactions) |
With Indian tax return |
2% of transaction value |
| Event-Based Reporting |
Within 30 days of event |
Through AD bank |
₹5,000/day |
APR (Annual Performance Report) Requirements:
Filed for each foreign entity where you have ODI. Reports: Financial performance (revenue, profit, assets, liabilities), Shareholding structure, Related party transactions, Any material events, Certifications from auditor.
Must attach: Audited financial statements of foreign entity (can be audited by foreign CPA or Indian CA - check bank's requirement).
Reality: Many banks reject APRs if foreign entity's audit is by Indian CA. They insist on local CPA audit. Clarify upfront.
FLA Return Requirements:
Separate from APR. Filed by ALL Indian entities with either FDI or ODI. Reports: All foreign assets you own, All foreign liabilities you owe.
Even if you have zero transactions in a year, FLA filing is mandatory if you have outstanding ODI.
Penalty Accumulation Horror Story
We onboarded a client in 2025 who setup Singapore subsidiary in 2022. Never filed APR. Thought "I'll do it later." When they approached us, accumulated penalty: ₹18.25 lakh (₹5K/day × 365 days × 3 years late). Regularization required: (1) Paying penalty, (2) Detailed explanation to RBI why late, (3) Bank's recommendation, (4) Sometimes penalty waiver application (discretionary). Process took 4 months + legal fees ₹2.5L + CA fees ₹1.5L + actual penalty. Total damage: ₹22L+ for missing a simple filing. Don't be this founder.
High-Risk Founder Mistakes (2026 Edition)
Mistake 1: Incorporating Abroad Without ODI Filing
Founder logic: "I'll incorporate first, then do ODI compliance later when I'm ready to invest."
What actually happens: Founder uses personal money or informal channels to fund foreign entity initially. Later when trying to formalize, discovers: investment already made = illegal, regularization required, penalties apply, if funded via relatives/informal channels = even worse FEMA violation.
Correct approach: File Form ODI BEFORE incorporating foreign entity. Get UIN, bank approval, then remit funds officially, THEN incorporate using that official investment.
Mistake 2: Using Relatives Abroad as Shareholders
Founder logic: "My uncle lives in Singapore. I'll make him shareholder, easier than doing ODI."
Why it's illegal: This is round-tripping. You're the beneficial owner but hiding behind relative. Violates FEMA + PMLA (Prevention of Money Laundering Act). ED prosecutes these cases seriously.
Discovery happens via: CRS (Common Reporting Standard) - countries share beneficial ownership info, Tax investigations when funds come back to India, Visa applications (immigration authorities check).
Mistake 3: Not Maintaining Foreign Books/Records
Founder logic: "Foreign subsidiary has zero revenue, why maintain books?"
Why it's disaster: Most jurisdictions require annual filings even with zero revenue, Foreign tax authorities can strike off company for non-compliance, When you finally need company operational, it's dissolved—nightmare to restore, Indian ODI compliance requires foreign entity's audited financials.
Mistake 4: Operating from India But Claiming Foreign Tax Residence
Founder logic: "I incorporated in Singapore, so it's Singapore company paying Singapore tax only."
POEM reality: If your board meetings happen in India (even on Zoom), key business decisions made by Indian management, day-to-day operations run from India—Indian tax law can invoke POEM rule deeming your Singapore company as Indian tax resident.
Result: You owe Indian tax on Singapore company's worldwide income. Double taxation nightmare (Singapore already taxed + now India taxing same income). DTAAs provide relief but process is complex.
Prevention: Genuine foreign management. Board meetings physically in foreign country. Key decisions documented as taken abroad. Hire at least 1-2 employees in foreign country handling real operations.
Mistake 5: Blindly Copying "Dubai Tax Optimization" Advice
YouTube/Instagram influencers promoting: "Incorporate in Dubai, 0% tax, bring profits back tax-free!"
What they don't mention: UAE Economic Substance requirements (must have real employees, office, activity in UAE), UAE-India tax treaty now requires substance proof, Repatriation to India as dividend = taxed in India even if 0% in UAE, Transfer pricing applies (if you bill UAE entity at inflated prices to shift profits, Indian authorities adjust).
These structures work ONLY with proper substance, genuine business purpose, compliant transfer pricing. Not as empty shell tax dodges.
How Naraway Prevents Mistakes
We don't just incorporate entities. We map your complete structure end-to-end checking: (1) Is this investment ODI-compliant? Calculate net worth headroom, verify activity not prohibited, ensure proper route, (2) Is foreign jurisdiction appropriate for your business model? Not trendy location but strategic fit, (3) Will structure trigger POEM? Analyze where management sits, where decisions happen, operational reality, (4) Is transfer pricing sustainable? Model inter-company transactions, ensure arm's length pricing, prepare TP documentation upfront, (5) Can you maintain ongoing compliance? If you can't afford $5K/year foreign compliance, we tell you honestly—don't expand yet. Build India business first. Our incentive: Not transaction fees but long-term partnership. We'd rather stop a client from making expensive mistake than earn one-time incorporation fee.
Entity Structure Comparison: WOS vs JV vs Holding vs Branch
| Structure |
When to Use |
Advantages |
Disadvantages |
| WOS (Wholly Owned Subsidiary) |
Full control desired, Sectors allowing 100% FDI in target country |
100% control, No partner disputes, IP protection easier, Simple decision-making |
Higher capital requirement, No local partner knowledge, Full compliance burden on you |
| JV (Joint Venture) |
Need local expertise, Sectors with FDI caps, Risk-sharing desired |
Local market knowledge, Shared investment, Regulatory navigation easier, Risk distributed |
Slower decisions, Partner conflicts possible, Profit sharing, IP exposure risk |
| Holding Company Structure |
Multiple country operations, IP centralization, VC fundraising |
Clean cap table, Tax optimization possible, Centralized IP ownership, Future M&A easier |
Complex setup, Higher compliance costs, Transfer pricing complexity, Substance requirements |
| Branch Office |
Temporary project, Testing market, Parent wants full liability control |
Simple setup, No separate legal entity, Direct parent oversight |
Parent fully liable, Limited activities allowed, Can't raise local capital, Tax less favorable |
For most Indian startups in 2026: WOS is default choice. Full control. Clean structure for future fundraising. Complete operational flexibility.
JV makes sense only if: Regulated sector requiring local partner (defense, telecom in some countries), You genuinely need local market expertise you can't hire, Investment size too large for solo commitment.
How Naraway Structures Global Expansion (The 360° Framework)
We've structured overseas subsidiaries for 47 Indian startups. SaaS companies going to Delaware. Agencies expanding to Dubai. Fintech opening Singapore operations. Hardware companies setting up Hong Kong trade hubs.
Our process isn't "where do you want to incorporate?"—it's strategic mapping.
Phase 1: Business Model Analysis
We analyze: Where is your revenue coming from currently + 3-year projection? What's your customer acquisition geography? Where will you hire employees in next 2 years? What's your IP—who owns it, where developed, where should it sit? What's your fundraising roadmap—Indian VCs? US VCs? Bootstrapped? Where do founders physically live + plan to live? Tax residency implications.
Output: Clear understanding whether you even need overseas entity yet or should wait.
Phase 2: Jurisdiction Recommendation
Based on Phase 1, we recommend: Primary jurisdiction for 1st entity, Likely 2nd jurisdiction when scaling (if multi-entity structure needed), Structure evolution path (today vs 12 months vs 24 months).
We present 2-3 options with pros/cons, cost comparison, strategic fit analysis. You decide. We execute.
Phase 3: Indian ODI Compliance
We handle: Board resolution drafting, Net worth calculation + auditor's certificate coordination, Form ODI Part I filing with your AD bank, UIN application, Valuation report (if needed) from qualified valuers, Coordination with bank till remittance approval.
Timeline: 10-14 days typically.
Phase 4: Foreign Incorporation
Via partner network in Singapore, UAE, US, UK, we handle: Name reservation, Registered office arrangement (compliance address or actual office based on substance needs), Director appointments (nominee directors if required), Company secretary (where mandatory), Constitution/Articles drafting, Shareholder agreements, Incorporation filing, Corporate bank account opening (we coordinate intro, KYC, provide supporting docs), Local compliance registrations (tax ID, VAT/GST if needed).
We provide: Full transparency—you see every document, Cost estimates upfront—no hidden charges, Regular updates—weekly status calls during setup.
Phase 5: Cross-Border Tax Structuring
We coordinate with: Your Indian CA (or recommend if you don't have), Foreign tax advisor in target country (or recommend), Transfer pricing specialist (if needed).
Setup includes: Inter-company service agreements, IP ownership documentation, Transfer pricing policy, Invoice templates showing correct tax treatment, POEM risk assessment + mitigation strategy.
Phase 6: Ongoing Compliance Management
We setup: Compliance calendar (automated reminders for every deadline), Document repository (cloud folder with all incorporation docs, agreements, filings), Annual filing coordination: APR filing before Dec 31, FLA filing before July 15, Foreign jurisdiction annual filings, Indian tax return coordination (Form 3CEB if applicable).
Quarterly reviews: Are transactions arm's length? Any structural changes needed? Compliance gaps identified?
What We DON'T Do
We don't: Sell you overseas entity if you don't need it (we've told 12 founders in last 6 months to wait, build India revenue first), Recommend tax havens for pure tax avoidance (we optimize legally, never evade), Create substance-less structures (if you can't maintain substance, we say so upfront), Promise outcomes we can't deliver (global expansion is complex—we're honest about risks).
Pricing Model
Transparent fixed fee covering: Indian ODI compliance, Foreign incorporation, Basic structuring advice, First year compliance setup.
Ongoing: Monthly retainer for compliance management OR pay-per-service for specific filings (you choose).
What founders appreciate: No surprise bills. No percentage-of-investment fees. Flat, predictable pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 400% net worth limit for ODI and how does it affect Indian startups?
Under ODI 2022 regulations, an Indian entity can invest up to 400% of its net worth (as per last audited balance sheet) in overseas entities via the Automatic Route without prior RBI approval. This means: (1) If startup's net worth is ₹1 crore, maximum ODI allowed is ₹4 crore across ALL overseas investments, (2) Net worth = Share Capital + Reserves - Accumulated Losses, (3) Balance sheet must not be older than 18 months, (4) Limit includes equity investment + loans + guarantees to foreign entities. Critical for startups: This 400% cap is TOTAL across all countries and entities. If you invest ₹2 crore in Singapore subsidiary + ₹1.5 crore in UAE subsidiary, you've used ₹3.5 crore of your ₹4 crore limit. Remaining capacity: only ₹50 lakh. Many founders don't track this cumulative limit and get stuck when planning third/fourth entity. Alternative: There's also $1 billion per financial year limit - whichever is LOWER applies. For most startups, 400% net worth is the binding constraint. Pro tip: If you need more capacity, raise equity to increase net worth before attempting large ODI. Bootstrapped startups with ₹20L net worth can only invest ₹80L abroad maximum - insufficient for serious global operations. Strategic implication: Plan your global structure carefully. Don't spread small investments across 5 countries. Consolidate under 1-2 well-structured holding companies to preserve ODI capacity for future expansion. Naraway's approach: We calculate your available ODI headroom upfront, model 3-year expansion scenarios, and structure your first overseas entity to preserve maximum flexibility for future growth without hitting regulatory limits.
What is round-tripping and why is it illegal for Indian startups expanding overseas?
Round-tripping occurs when an Indian resident's money goes abroad and comes back to India disguised as foreign investment. Classic illegal example: Founder incorporates Singapore company, Indian parent invests $100K via ODI, Singapore company then invests $100K back into Indian parent company claiming it's FDI. This is ILLEGAL under FEMA. Why authorities hate it: (1) Circumvents Indian tax laws, (2) Creates false FDI statistics, (3) Enables money laundering, (4) Violates beneficial ownership disclosure norms. What ODI 2022 changed: Previously, ANY structure where overseas subsidiary invested back into India was banned. Now it's permitted if: (1) There are maximum 2 layers of subsidiaries, (2) No intent to evade tax or regulations, (3) Proper disclosure in ODI filings. Legal example (now permitted): Indian Parent Co → Singapore Sub → Singapore Sub invests in Indian Company B (different from Parent). This creates 2-layer structure and is allowed if genuine business purpose exists and properly disclosed. Still illegal examples: (1) Using relative's name abroad to bypass rules, (2) Indian resident secretly controlling 'foreign' investor, (3) Sham transactions with no business substance, (4) Using tax havens purely for tax avoidance. Real danger for founders: Many startup advisors (especially Dubai-focused YouTubers) suggest structures that are illegal round-tripping without realizing it. Common scam: 'Incorporate in Dubai, then invest back into your Indian startup to get FDI benefits.' This is textbook round-tripping. RBI has sophisticated detection: They analyze: fund source, beneficial ownership, transaction purpose, substance in foreign entity. Getting caught means: penalties, ED investigation, FEMA prosecution, 3x penalty on investment amount. 2026 enforcement update: Since DPDP Act and global tax transparency (CRS/FATCA), hiding beneficial ownership is nearly impossible. UAE-India tax treaty now requires substance proof. Naraway's compliance approach: We structure your overseas entities with genuine business purpose, maintain proper substance, ensure arm's length transactions, and file complete disclosures so your structure is legally bulletproof even under scrutiny. We never recommend round-tripping schemes regardless of perceived tax benefits.
Which country should I choose for my startup's first overseas subsidiary in 2026?
Country selection depends on your business model, customer location, and strategic goals. Here's the 2026 breakdown: **Singapore** - Best for: SaaS startups, fintech (non-banking), AI/ML companies targeting global enterprise clients. Advantages: 17% corporate tax (vs India's 25%), strong IP protection, VC ecosystem respects Singapore entities, ease of fundraising, banking infrastructure excellent. 2026 update: Substance requirements now enforced strictly. Can't be empty shell. Need: real office, local employees, actual management from Singapore. Cost: Higher (office ₹2L/month minimum, director salary ₹8L/month). **UAE (Dubai/Abu Dhabi)** - Best for: Agencies, consulting, marketing, IT services, e-commerce sellers using Middle East as hub. Advantages: 0% corporate tax (for qualifying activities), easy company setup (₹1.5L total), 100% repatriation, strategic location for India-Europe-Africa corridor. 2026 update: Economic Substance Regulations enforced. Must demonstrate: adequate employees, adequate expenditure, core income-generating activities in UAE. Empty companies getting flagged. **Delaware, USA** - Best for: Startups raising from US VCs, B2B SaaS selling to US enterprises, AI companies wanting US presence for customer trust. Advantages: Gold standard for VC funding, easy to convert to C-Corp if needed, strong legal framework, US bank accounts enable Stripe/US payment processors. Disadvantages: Complex tax (federal + state + beneficial ownership reporting), expensive ($3K+ annual compliance), need US tax advisor. **UK** - Best for: Data-intensive businesses needing GDPR compliance, European market entry, professional services targeting Europe. Advantages: GDPR-compliant jurisdiction helps EU sales, reasonable 25% corporate tax, post-Brexit still strong for Indian companies. **Mauritius/Cayman** - Declining utility post global tax transparency. Previously used for India investments via tax treaty, but GAAR/LoB provisions + MLI implementation reduced benefits. Limited real business use cases in 2026. **Critical mistakes founders make**: (1) Choosing country based on influencer videos without analyzing actual business need, (2) Picking UAE solely for 0% tax without considering substance costs, (3) Ignoring that you'll likely need 2-3 entities eventually (optimal: Delaware C-Corp for fundraising + Singapore for operations is common). Naraway's decision framework: We analyze: (1) Where are your customers? (2) What's your revenue model? (3) Where will you hire? (4) What's your fundraising plan? (5) IP ownership strategy? (6) Tax residency of founders? Then we map optimal 1st entity + 3-year structure evolution. Most startups don't need fancy multi-jurisdiction setup initially. Start simple, expand strategically. We've saved founders from expensive mistakes like incorporating in Cayman when Singapore would've been better and cheaper.
What are the complete ODI compliance requirements for Indian startups with overseas subsidiaries?
ODI compliance has 3 phases - Before Investment, During Investment, After Investment. Each has specific timelines and penalties for non-compliance: **Phase 1: Pre-Investment (BEFORE sending money)** - Step 1: Board Resolution by Indian parent company authorizing overseas investment, specifying amount, purpose, country, entity details. Step 2: Obtain Unique Identification Number (UIN) from Authorized Dealer (AD) bank. This is permanent reference number for all your ODI transactions. Step 3: File Form ODI Part I with AD bank within 30 days BEFORE making investment. Documents required: Board resolution, Auditor's certificate on net worth, Valuation report (CA/Merchant Banker certifying share price is fair), Company financials (last audited balance sheet), MoA/AoA of Indian company. **Phase 2: Investment Execution** - Transfer funds ONLY through AD bank (never via relatives, hawala, crypto, or non-banking channels - all illegal). Bank will verify: investment within 400% limit, no prohibited activities (real estate, gambling, INR-linked derivatives), proper documentation complete. Investment modes allowed: Equity purchase, subscription in MoA, rights issue, bonus shares, debt instruments, guarantees. Within 180 days of remittance, you must receive and submit to bank: Share certificates from foreign company, Certificate of incorporation (if new entity), Proof of investment utilization. **Phase 3: Post-Investment (Ongoing Annual Compliance)** - Compliance 1 - Form ODI Part II / APR (Annual Performance Report): Filing deadline: December 31 every year (recommend filing by Nov 30 to avoid bank delays). Covers: Financial performance of foreign subsidiary, Shareholding details, Related party transactions, Any material changes in structure. Must attach: Audited financials of foreign entity (by foreign CPA or Indian CA - bank specific). Penalty for late filing: ₹5,000 per day up to 3 years, then investment becomes non-compliant. Compliance 2 - FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities and Assets): Applicable to: ALL Indian companies with FDI or ODI. Filing deadline: July 15 annually. Filed on: RBI's FIRMS portal directly. Reports: All foreign assets owned, All foreign liabilities owed. Compliance 3 - Event-based Reporting (within 30 days): Report immediately if: Shareholding changes in foreign entity, Diversification into new business line abroad, Disinvestment/sale of foreign subsidiary, Liquidation/winding up, Any material change in structure. **Additional Requirements**: Transfer Pricing Documentation: If transactions between Indian parent and foreign subsidiary exceed thresholds, maintain TP documentation, File Form 3CEB with Indian tax return. POEM (Place of Effective Management): If foreign subsidiary is actually managed from India (board meetings in India, key decisions in India), it might be deemed Indian tax resident despite foreign incorporation - huge tax disaster. Ensure genuine foreign management. Tax Audits: Indian parent company must report ODI in tax audit report, Disclose related party transactions. **Common compliance failures we see**: (1) Missing APR deadline - accumulated penalties ₹18L+ for some startups, (2) Not filing FLA separately from APR (different requirements), (3) Operating foreign subsidiary from India without proper substance = POEM risk, (4) Not maintaining transfer pricing documentation = deemed income addition + 200% penalty during assessment. Naraway's compliance calendar: We set up automated reminders for all deadlines, prepare all documentation proactively, coordinate with your foreign accountants for audit, file all forms before deadlines, maintain compliance repository for easy access during any regulatory inquiry. Our goal: zero compliance gaps, zero penalties, complete audit-ready documentation.
Naraway - Global IT, E-Commerce, Web Development, AI Integration & Digital Marketing Services Worldwide
Complete Global Coverage - 700+ Cities in 195 Countries
Naraway provides professional IT development, custom e-commerce platforms, AI integration, web development, digital marketing, recruitment services, and complete business solutions to startups, enterprises, SMEs, and entrepreneurs worldwide. We serve clients in 700+ cities across 195 countries with 24/7 support.
Indian Cities - Complete Coverage (350+ Locations)
Metro & Tier-1 Cities
Mumbai, Delhi, New Delhi, Bangalore, Bengaluru, Noida, Greater Noida, Pune, Gurgaon, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Surat, Lucknow, Kanpur, Nagpur, Indore, Thane, Bhopal, Visakhapatnam, Vizag, Patna, Vadodara, Ghaziabad, Ludhiana, Agra, Nashik, Faridabad, Meerut, Rajkot, Varanasi, Navi Mumbai, Kochi, Coimbatore, Vijayawada, Madurai, Raipur, Kota, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Mysore, Mysuru
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Maharashtra
Aurangabad, Solapur, Amravati, Kolhapur, Sangli, Jalgaon, Akola, Latur, Dhule, Ahmednagar, Chandrapur, Parbhani, Ichalkaranji, Jalna, Bhiwandi, Panvel, Ulhasnagar, Malegaon, Satara, Osmanabad
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Karnataka
Mangalore, Hubli, Belgaum, Belagavi, Gulbarga, Kalaburagi, Bellary, Ballari, Davangere, Shimoga, Shivamogga, Tumkur, Tumakuru, Raichur, Bijapur, Vijayapura, Hospet, Gadag, Udupi, Hassan, Mandya, Chitradurga
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Tamil Nadu
Tiruchirappalli, Trichy, Salem, Tirunelveli, Tiruppur, Erode, Vellore, Thoothukudi, Tuticorin, Dindigul, Thanjavur, Ranipet, Sivakasi, Karur, Nagercoil, Kanchipuram, Kumbakonam, Hosur, Ambur, Tiruvannamalai, Pollachi, Rajapalayam
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, Trivandrum, Kozhikode, Calicut, Thrissur, Kollam, Palakkad, Alappuzha, Malappuram, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Wayanad
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
Guntur, Nellore, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Kadapa, Kakinada, Tirupati, Anantapur, Warangal, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Nalgonda, Mahbubnagar, Eluru, Ongole
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Gujarat
Bhavnagar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Gandhidham, Anand, Navsari, Morbi, Nadiad, Surendranagar, Bharuch, Mehsana, Gandhinagar, Valsad, Vapi, Porbandar, Palanpur, Godhra
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Rajasthan
Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Alwar, Bharatpur, Sikar, Bhilwara, Pali, Tonk, Kishangarh, Beawar, Hanumangarh
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Uttar Pradesh
Allahabad, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Aligarh, Moradabad, Saharanpur, Gorakhpur, Firozabad, Jhansi, Muzaffarnagar, Mathura, Rampur, Shahjahanpur, Farrukhabad, Hapur, Etawah, Mirzapur, Bulandshahr, Sambhal, Amroha, Hardoi, Fatehpur, Raebareli, Unnao, Sitapur, Bahraich
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Madhya Pradesh
Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sagar, Dewas, Satna, Ratlam, Rewa, Murwara, Katni, Singrauli, Burhanpur, Khandwa, Morena, Bhind
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Punjab & Haryana
Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Bathinda, Mohali, Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Batala, Moga, Faridkot, Kapurthala, Panipat, Ambala, Yamunanagar, Rohtak, Hisar, Karnal, Sonipat, Panchkula, Bhiwani, Sirsa, Bahadurgarh
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Bihar & Jharkhand
Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Arrah, Begusarai, Katihar, Munger, Chhapra, Purnia, Saharsa, Sasaram, Hajipur, Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, Bokaro, Deoghar, Hazaribagh, Giridih, Ramgarh
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - West Bengal
Howrah, Durgapur, Asansol, Siliguri, Bardhaman, Barddhaman, Malda, Baharampur, Habra, Kharagpur, Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Raiganj
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Odisha
Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Brahmapur, Berhampur, Sambalpur, Puri, Balasore, Bhadrak
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Chhattisgarh
Bhilai, Bilaspur, Korba, Durg, Rajnandgaon, Raigarh
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Uttarakhand
Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee, Haldwani, Rudrapur, Kashipur, Rishikesh, Nainital
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Himachal Pradesh
Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Solan, Mandi, Kullu
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar, Jammu, Anantnag, Baramulla, Udhampur, Kathua
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Northeast States
Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Nagaon, Tinsukia, Silchar, Imphal, Aizawl, Agartala, Shillong, Kohima, Itanagar, Gangtok
Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities - Goa & Other UTs
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International Cities - Comprehensive Global Coverage (500+ Cities)
United States (100+ cities)
Washington DC, New York, New York City, NYC, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Chicago, Boston, Seattle, Austin, Miami, Denver, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Jose, Portland, Las Vegas, Detroit, Minneapolis, Tampa, Orlando, Charlotte, Nashville, Raleigh, Columbus, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Fort Worth, Sacramento, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Baltimore, Memphis, Louisville, Richmond, Oklahoma City, Salt Lake City, Buffalo, Tucson, Fresno, Albuquerque, Omaha, Honolulu, Anchorage, Newark, Jersey City, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Cleveland, St. Louis, New Orleans, Birmingham, Boise, Spokane, Des Moines, Madison, Rochester, Providence, Hartford, and 50+ more US cities
Canada (15+ cities)
Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Quebec City, Hamilton, Kitchener, Victoria, Halifax, Mississauga, Brampton, Surrey
United Kingdom (25+ cities)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds, Glasgow, Liverpool, Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle, Nottingham, Leicester, Cardiff, Belfast, Southampton, Cambridge, Oxford, Brighton, Aberdeen, Reading, and more UK cities
United Arab Emirates (8 cities)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Al Ain
Saudi Arabia (12+ cities)
Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Mecca, Medina, Khobar, Dhahran, Jubail, Tabuk, Buraidah, Yanbu, Abha
Europe (150+ cities)
Paris, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Milan, Zurich, Geneva, Brussels, Vienna, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, Helsinki, Dublin, Lisbon, Prague, Warsaw, Budapest, Athens, Bucharest, Kyiv, Moscow, Saint Petersburg, and 120+ more European cities across all EU and non-EU countries
Middle East & GCC (50+ cities)
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Doha, Kuwait City, Manama, Muscat, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Amman, Beirut, Baghdad, Tehran, and 35+ more Middle Eastern cities
Asia-Pacific (150+ cities)
Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Tokyo, Osaka, Seoul, Busan, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Manila, Sydney, Melbourne, Hong Kong, Taipei, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and 130+ more APAC cities
Africa (70+ cities)
Johannesburg, Cape Town, Cairo, Lagos, Nairobi, Casablanca, Addis Ababa, Accra, Dar es Salaam, and 60+ more African cities
Latin America (60+ cities)
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Complete Country Coverage (195 Countries)
Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, North Macedonia, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Services We Provide Globally
IT Development Services
Custom software development, SaaS development, enterprise application development, mobile app development (iOS and Android), web application development, cloud computing solutions, DevOps services and consulting, API development and integration, microservices architecture, legacy system modernization, software maintenance and support
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Custom e-commerce platform development, Shopify store development and customization, WooCommerce development, Magento development, BigCommerce development, multi-vendor marketplace development, B2B e-commerce solutions, B2C e-commerce platforms, D2C e-commerce websites, payment gateway integration, inventory management systems, order management systems, shipping and logistics integration, e-commerce SEO and marketing
Web Development
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AI Integration & Solutions
AI chatbot development, machine learning integration, natural language processing (NLP) solutions, computer vision applications, AI-powered automation, predictive analytics and forecasting, ChatGPT integration, custom AI models and training, conversational AI, sentiment analysis, recommendation engines, AI for business intelligence
Digital Marketing Services
Search engine optimization (SEO), local SEO optimization, technical SEO audit and fixes, on-page and off-page SEO, Google Ads management (PPC), social media marketing (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter), social media advertising, content marketing and strategy, email marketing campaigns, conversion rate optimization (CRO), marketing automation, brand strategy and positioning, influencer marketing, online reputation management
Recruitment Services
IT recruitment and staffing, executive search and headhunting, talent acquisition services, technical hiring solutions, AurJobs AI recruitment platform, candidate sourcing and screening, recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), contract staffing, permanent placement, remote hiring solutions
Startup Support Services
Startup consulting and mentorship, MVP development, product development strategy, pitch deck creation and refinement, business plan development, legal compliance and company registration, startup funding assistance, go-to-market strategy, product-market fit analysis, growth hacking strategies
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Why Choose Naraway for Global IT Services?
Naraway operates with a global presence spanning 700+ cities across 195 countries, combining deep local market expertise with international technology standards. Our team of 100+ experienced professionals delivers world-class IT development, e-commerce solutions, web development, AI integration, and digital marketing services. We serve clients in every timezone with comprehensive 24/7 support, offering competitive pricing structures and maintaining a proven track record across diverse industries including e-commerce, healthcare, fintech, education, retail, logistics, real estate, travel, and hospitality. Whether you are a startup in Mumbai seeking MVP development, an enterprise in New York requiring digital transformation services, or an SME in Dubai looking for comprehensive e-commerce solutions, Naraway serves as your trusted technology partner committed to driving your success globally. Our core strengths include rapid development cycles, agile methodologies, dedicated development teams, flexible engagement models, transparent communication, quality assurance practices, security compliance (ISO certified), scalable architectures, modern technology stacks, and long-term partnership approach. We have successfully delivered 1000+ projects for clients across 50+ countries with 98% client satisfaction rate and 85% repeat business rate.
Contact Naraway Today
Get in touch with Naraway for professional IT development, e-commerce development, web development, AI integration, digital marketing, recruitment services, and startup support services. Contact Email: info@naraway.com | Website: www.naraway.com | Headquarters: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India | Serving clients globally from India with remote teams supporting 195 countries worldwide including USA, UK, UAE, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Germany, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Ireland, Spain, Italy, and more. Available for immediate consultation and project discussion. Request free quote, schedule consultation call, book demo, or get started today with Naraway - Your Global Technology Partner.
Service Areas and Coverage
Naraway provides comprehensive IT services, e-commerce development, web development, AI integration, digital marketing, and business solutions across all major cities in India including Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, and 350+ other Indian cities. Internationally, we serve clients in North America (USA and Canada with 100+ cities including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (UK, Germany, France, Netherlands, and 30+ countries covering 150+ cities including London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam), Middle East & GCC (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait covering 50+ cities including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah), Asia-Pacific (Singapore, China, Japan, Australia covering 150+ cities including Singapore, Shanghai, Tokyo, Sydney), Africa (50+ cities including Johannesburg, Cairo, Lagos, Nairobi), and Latin America (60+ cities including São Paulo, Buenos Aires, Mexico City). We provide services to all 195 countries worldwide with 24/7 global support, multiple timezone coverage, English-speaking teams, cultural understanding, local market knowledge, international payment options, flexible engagement models, and remote collaboration tools for seamless global delivery.
