The Classic Partners LLP
eForm FC-3 Filing Services
Accurate eForm FC-3 filing for foreign companies operating in India. We prepare and file your annual accounts and the list of all principal places of business with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), keeping your branch, liaison, or project office fully compliant under the Companies Act, 2013.
Talk to an FC-3 Filing ExpertWhat is eForm FC-3?
Form FC-3 is the MCA e-Form through which a foreign company files the audited financial statements relating to its Indian operations, together with a list of all principal places of business it has established in India. It is filed under Section 381 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Registration of Foreign Companies) Rules, 2014.
Form FC-3 must be filed with the ROC within six months of the close of the foreign company's financial year, and the Registrar may extend this by up to three months on a written application. The accounts relating to Indian business must be audited by a practising Chartered Accountant in India. We handle the audit coordination and the FC-3 filing end to end, alongside the related eForm FC-4 annual return.
Who Needs to File eForm FC-3?
- Branch offices of foreign companies in India.
- Liaison or representative offices of foreign companies.
- Project offices set up by foreign companies.
- Foreign companies with a place of business or electronic presence in India.
- Foreign companies that have filed Form FC-1 on establishing a place of business.
Our FC-3 Filing Services
Document & Data Review
Verification of financial statements, place-of-business details, and FCRN before filing.
Audited Financials Support
Coordination of India-operations accounts and the CA audit required for FC-3.
eForm FC-3 Preparation & Filing
Accurate preparation and online submission on the MCA21 V3 portal.
List of Places of Business
Compilation of all principal places of business in India as on the balance-sheet date.
Due-Date & Extension Tracking
Monitoring the six-month deadline and filing extension requests where needed.
FC-1 / FC-4 Coordination
Aligned filing of related foreign-company forms under one engagement.
Why Choose The Classic Partners
- Specialised experience across corporate, FEMA, and tax compliance for businesses of every size.
- End-to-end handling filings, audit coordination, and follow-up managed under one roof.
- Timely reporting so you never miss a statutory deadline or attract avoidable penalties.
- Transparent fees and a dedicated point of contact you can actually reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is eForm FC-3?
Form FC-3 is the MCA filing through which a foreign company submits its annual accounts for its Indian operations along with a list of all principal places of business established in India, under Section 381 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 6 of the Companies (Registration of Foreign Companies) Rules, 2014.
What is the due date for FC-3 filing?
A foreign company must file Form FC-3 with the Registrar of Companies within six months of the close of its financial year. The Registrar may grant an extension of up to three months on a written application.
Do FC-3 accounts need to be audited?
Yes. The accounts relating to the foreign company's business operations in India must be audited by a practising Chartered Accountant in India before they are filed in Form FC-3.
What documents are needed for FC-3 filing?
Typically the audited financial statements for Indian operations, the list of principal places of business in India, the Foreign Company Registration Number (FCRN), details of the place of business, and supporting board or authorisation documents.
What is the difference between FC-3 and FC-4?
FC-3 covers the annual accounts and the list of places of business in India, while FC-4 is the annual return of the foreign company. Most foreign companies must file both each year, and we handle them together.
Can The Classic Partners file FC-3 for companies outside Mumbai?
Yes. We support foreign companies and their Indian offices across locations and coordinate documentation, audit, and the MCA filing remotely.
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