Virtual CFO, FEMA FDI Reporting & Valuations
Operating a startup requires managing capital flows, regulatory filings under RBI/SEBI, and periodic valuations.
| Finance category | Current verified position | Key requirement |
|---|---|---|
| FDI Reporting (FC-GPR) | Reporting of foreign investment inflows and share allotment to RBI. | Must be filed in Single Master Form (SMF) via FIRMS portal within 30 days of share allotment. |
| FEMA LRS Remittance | Liberalised Remittance Scheme limit for resident individuals. | Capped at USD 250,000 per financial year for permitted current or capital account transactions. |
| Valuation (Merchant Banker) | Required for pricing of unlisted equity shares issued to non-residents under FEMA. | Must be certified by a SEBI registered Category-I Merchant Banker or CA under Rule 11UA. |
| Virtual CFO Scope | Retained finance management, cash flow analysis, and investor board packs. | Segmented by growth stage (Seed, Series A, Series B). |
What a serious financial advisor should verify
- Financial Due Diligence: Review earnings quality, historical growth, working capital trends, and TDS/GST reconciliation before investment rounds.
- LRN ECB Registration: Raising foreign debt (External Commercial Borrowing) requires registering with RBI and obtaining a Loan Registration Number (LRN).
- Form 15CA/15CB: Outward foreign remittances require CA verification of tax payments via Form 15CB and online Form 15CA submission.
- F&O Trading Tax: F&O gains are treated as business income (not capital gains). Tax audits are mandatory if business turnover crosses the threshold.
Documents for financial due diligence or FDI
- Bank statements showing foreign remittance inflow.
- KYC and boarding details of foreign investors.
- Board resolution for share allotment.
- Merchant banker valuation certificate.
Financial Modelling Services India: year and source check
Last fact-checked: 18 June 2026.
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FAQs
What is the deadline for filing Form FC-GPR after receiving foreign investment?
Form FC-GPR must be submitted on the RBI FIRMS portal within 30 days from the date of allotment of shares or securities to the non-resident investor.
What is the maximum limit for outbound remittances under LRS?
Under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), resident individuals can freely remit up to USD 250,000 per financial year for transactions such as studies, travel, investments, or maintenance of relatives.
Who is authorized to issue a valuation report for unlisted share allotment to NRIs?
Under FEMA pricing guidelines, unlisted shares must be valued by a SEBI-registered Category-I Merchant Banker or a practicing Chartered Accountant using internationally accepted pricing methodologies.