Delaware C Corporation Formation
Investor-ready C corp for Indian founders and flips
- 1IncorporateCertificate and bylaws filed.
- 2IssueFounder stock and 83(b) elections.
- 3StructureIndian side aligned with FEMA and tax.
Share your details. We’ll reply on WhatsApp with the next steps and a checklist.
Pick a plan — the fee is adjusted if you hire us within 30 days.
About Delaware C Corporation Formation
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
A Delaware C corporation is the standard vehicle for startups raising US venture capital. Incorporation involves a certificate of incorporation with authorised shares, bylaws, board consents, founder stock purchases and, where shares vest, an 83(b) election within 30 days. The corporation pays 21% federal tax, files an annual report and franchise tax by 1 March, and — if founders are Indian residents — must be set up within India's overseas investment rules.
Indian founders often 'flip' an Indian company under a Delaware parent. That structure must follow FEMA's overseas investment rules, Indian tax on share swaps, and transfer pricing between the parent and Indian subsidiary — and can create Place of Effective Management risk if the parent is effectively run from India.
We incorporate, issue founder stock, file 83(b) elections, and plan the Indian side of the structure with your counsel.
| Federal tax | 21% |
|---|---|
| Delaware filings | Annual report and franchise tax by 1 March |
| Franchise tax | Assumed par value method usually lowest for startups |
| 83(b) | Within 30 days of restricted stock grant |
| Indian founders | ODI rules; POEM and transfer pricing |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Startups raising US venture capital
- Founders joining US accelerators
- Indian companies flipping to a US parent
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Incorporation and bylaws
- Founder stock and 83(b)
- EIN
- Indian ODI and tax planning
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Certificate and bylaws filed.
Founder stock and 83(b) elections.
Indian side aligned with FEMA and tax.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
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Answers to the most common questions we get.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
