eForm FC-3 Filing for Foreign Companies

Q: What is eForm FC-3?

The annual accounts filing form for foreign companies registered in India under Section 380 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Q: Who is required to file eForm FC-3?

Every foreign company registered with the ROC under Section 380 with a place of business in India must file FC-3 annually.

Q: What is the deadline for filing eForm FC-3?

Within 60 days of the period allowed for sending financial statements to members under the company's home country law.

Q: Does eForm FC-3 require an audit?

Yes, the accounts must be audited by a Chartered Accountant practising in India, with the audit report attached.

Q: What is the difference between FC-3 and FC-4?

FC-3 is for annual accounts of Indian operations; FC-4 is the annual return covering corporate information of the foreign company.

Annual Accounts Filing for Foreign Companies Registered in India Under the Companies Act

eForm FC-3 is the annual compliance form that a foreign company registered in India under Section 380 of the Companies Act, 2013, must file with the Registrar of Companies (ROC). It contains the annual accounts of the foreign company in respect of its Indian business operations and must be filed each year within the prescribed timeline to maintain the company's compliance status with the MCA.

eForm FC-3 is commonly filed alongside eForm FC-4 for foreign company annual returns. Foreign companies also benefit from our all MCA services, local resident director services, and business tax filing support.

Our eForm FC-3 Filing Services

Annual Accounts Preparation

Preparing accounts of the Indian business operations of the foreign company in the required format for FC-3 filing.

Financial Statement Compilation

Compiling balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and notes in the format acceptable for MCA submission.

eForm FC-3 Preparation

Accurately completing the eForm FC-3 with all required details of the foreign company's Indian operations.

Auditor Coordination

Coordinating with the Indian statutory auditor for the audit report and certification required for FC-3 filing.

MCA Portal Filing

Submitting the completed FC-3 form on the MCA21 portal within the prescribed deadline.

Post-Filing Support

Tracking MCA approval, responding to ROC queries, and maintaining filing records for future reference.

Our Approach

Reviewing the foreign company's India registration details and prior filing history
Compiling annual accounts for Indian business operations in the prescribed format
Coordinating with the statutory auditor for audit completion and certification
Completing eForm FC-3 accurately and reviewing before MCA submission
Filing on the MCA21 portal and obtaining SRN acknowledgement
Monitoring approval and addressing any ROC queries arising from the filing

Benefits of Timely eForm FC-3 Filing

Maintains the foreign company's compliance status with the MCA
Avoids late filing penalties and ROC notices for non-compliance
Ensures the Indian operations are properly reported to the Registrar
Supports clean regulatory standing for ongoing and future business activities
Accurate accounts submission reduces risk of audit and inquiry

Why Choose Us?

Experience handling MCA compliance for foreign companies registered in India
Strong coordination between accounting, audit, and filing functions
Timely preparation ensuring deadlines are consistently met
Integrated support covering FC-3, FC-4, and all related MCA obligations
Clear communication with the parent company and Indian management teams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is eForm FC-3?

eForm FC-3 is the annual accounts filing form for foreign companies registered in India under Section 380 of the Companies Act, 2013. It is filed with the ROC to report the financial position of the company's Indian business operations for the year.

Who is required to file eForm FC-3?

Every foreign company that has established a place of business in India and is registered with the ROC under Section 380 of the Companies Act must file eForm FC-3 annually.

What is the deadline for filing eForm FC-3?

eForm FC-3 must be filed within 60 days of the period allowed for sending financial statements to the members of the foreign company under its home country law. Practical timelines should be confirmed against MCA rules at the time of filing.

Does eForm FC-3 require an audit?

Yes, the annual accounts of the Indian operations filed through FC-3 must be audited by a Chartered Accountant practising in India. The auditor's report is an essential attachment to the form.

What is the difference between FC-3 and FC-4?

eForm FC-3 is for filing the annual accounts of the foreign company's Indian operations. eForm FC-4 is the annual return of a foreign company, providing details of directors, registered office, and other corporate information. Both are required annually.

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