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We incorporated a company but we do not have a share certificate, how can we transfer shares of my company?

In order to transfer shares of a company, it is necessary to have share certificates. If your company has not issued share certificates, you must first issue them to the shareholders. Once the share certificates are issued, the transfer of shares can take place through a share transfer deed. The share transfer deed must be executed by both the transferor and the transferee, and it must be stamped and registered with the Registrar of Companies.
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The shares being held by a non-Indian Shareholder are being transferred to another Non-Indian shareholder. Is there any other filing/compliance that is needed?

Yes, if shares held by a non-Indian shareholder are being transferred to another non-Indian shareholder, there are some filings and compliance requirements that need to be met. The transfer must be reported to the Reserve Bank of India within 60 days of the transfer, using the prescribed form. Additionally, the company must ensure compliance with all relevant provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, and any other applicable laws and regulations.
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The shares being held by a non-Indian Shareholder are being transferred to an Indian shareholder. Is there any other filing/compliance that is needed?

Yes, if shares held by a non-Indian shareholder are being transferred to an Indian shareholder, there are some filings and compliance requirements that need to be met. The transfer must be reported to the Reserve Bank of India within 30 days of the transfer, using the prescribed form. Additionally, the company must ensure compliance with all relevant provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, and any other applicable laws and regulations. The Indian shareholder must also ensure compliance with the Income Tax Act, 1961, and pay any applicable taxes.
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The shares being held by an Indian Shareholder are being transferred to a Non-Indian shareholder. Is there any other filing/compliance that is needed?

Yes, if shares held by an Indian shareholder are being transferred to a non-Indian shareholder, there are some filings and compliance requirements that need to be met. The transfer must be reported to the Reserve Bank of India within 60 days of the transfer, using the prescribed form. Additionally, the company must ensure compliance with all relevant provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, and any other applicable laws and regulations. The non-Indian shareholder must also obtain any necessary approvals and comply with any other requirements under Indian laws.
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In the case of transfer of shares is there any Tax that is liable?

Yes, in the case of transfer of shares, there may be tax liabilities depending on the nature of the transfer and the applicable tax laws. If the shares are held for a period of less than 12 months, the transfer may attract short-term capital gains tax, which is calculated based on the difference between the sale price and the cost of acquisition. If the shares are held for more than 12 months, long-term capital gains tax may apply, which is calculated at a lower rate. The tax liability may vary depending on the type of share and the residency status…
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Is there any relaxation in compliance for the shifting of a registered office?

Yes, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has provided some relaxation in compliance for shifting the registered office of a company from one state to another state. Companies are allowed to conduct the process through e-forms without the need for a physical hearing. Additionally, companies are not required to advertise their notice in newspapers if the shifting is within the same city or village. However, compliance with all other requirements must be met.
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What are the scenarios for changing the registered office within a city, City to City and to other states?

1) Change of registered office within the city Companies relocating the registered office within the local limits of the city or town can do so without the permission of the shareholder or any other authority. However, they must notify the change to the registrar within the prescribed number of days in e-form INC-22, along with other relevant documents and fee 2) Change of registered office From City to different city. (within the state) Companies shifting the registered office outside city limits but within the same state must take approval from shareholders by way of passing special resolutions. 3) Change of…
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Is there any relaxation in compliance for the shifting of a registered office?

Yes, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has provided some relaxation in compliance for shifting the registered office of a company from one state to another state. Companies are allowed to conduct the process through e-forms without the need for a physical hearing. Additionally, companies are not required to advertise their notice in newspapers if the shifting is within the same city or village. However, compliance with all other requirements must be met.
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