Overview
Overview
Cross-border payments and structures raise questions of characterisation, permanent establishment, withholding tax and treaty eligibility.
We review your cross-border arrangements, advise on the Indian tax treatment and documentation required, and coordinate with overseas advisers where foreign law is involved.
Who this is for
- Indian businesses paying overseas vendors
- Indian subsidiaries of foreign groups
- Exporters of services
- Individuals with global income
Scope of work
The precise scope is confirmed in writing for each engagement. It typically includes:
- Withholding tax analysis on foreign remittances
- Treaty eligibility and documentation review
- Permanent establishment risk assessment
- Equalisation levy and related considerations, where applicable
- Certification for remittances, as applicable
Documents usually required
- 01Contracts and invoices for cross-border transactions
- 02Tax Residency Certificates and Form 10F
- 03Group structure chart
- 04Previous remittance certificates
We share a checklist specific to your case. Please do not send identity or financial documents by email — existing clients can upload them securely through the client portal.
How we work
- 1
Initial discussion
We understand your situation, the period involved and what you need from the engagement.
- 2
Scope & document list
You receive a written scope and a checklist of the information we need.
- 3
Preparation & review
Our team prepares the work, which is then reviewed by a senior professional.
- 4
Your approval
We walk you through the outcome and obtain your confirmation before anything is filed or issued.
- 5
Completion & records
Filing or delivery is completed as applicable, and acknowledgements and working papers are shared or retained.
Frequently asked questions
Can you advise on foreign tax laws?
We advise on Indian tax law. Where the foreign tax position matters, we coordinate with qualified advisers in that country.
Last updated 11 Oct 2026. This page is general information, not professional advice. Applicability depends on your facts and the law in force; we do not guarantee any particular outcome, saving, registration or approval.