Ikdao Statutory Services

Global (applies across regions)

Services we provide globally (standardized but tailored locally):

• Company incorporation (private limited, public companies, branches, representative offices).
• Registered office, local director/agent facilitation where required by law.
• Digital identity issuance, KYC/KYB, AML/CTF program build and monitoring.
• Statutory compliance calendars, automated reminders, and filing management.
• Statutory audit coordination (local auditors with international oversight).
• Cross-border payroll & contractor on-boarding compliance advisory.
• Translations, notarisation, legalization and apostille services for documents.

India — Services & Notes

Primary focus: Company formation (Private Limited, LLP), GST registration, tax & TDS compliance, MSME registration support, payroll compliance, professional tax, and Aadhaar/KYC integration where applicable.

Core Services

• Incorporation with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA): DIN/DPIN support, memorandum & articles filing, company secretary facilitation.
• GST registration and ongoing GST return filing coordination.
• Tax registrations (PAN, TAN), transfer pricing documentation support for international related-party transactions.
• Payroll compliance, PF/ESIC filings, and statutory withholding coordination.
• KYC/KYB integrations with India-specific identity sources; compliances for PMLA and RBI where fintech activities are involved.
• Statutory audits & tax audits coordination with local CPA firms; assistance with filing tax returns and responding to notices.

Note: India typically requires a local registered office and specific filings for directors and company secretarial records; we pair our global playbook with experienced local company secretaries and tax advisors.

European Union (EU) — Services & Notes

Important: In the context of Ikdao Statutory Services, when we say "EU" we refer specifically to the member states of the European Union and do not include the United Kingdom or Switzerland. We tailor services to EU rules and pan-EU mechanisms (e.g., VAT One-Stop Shop where applicable).

Core Services

• Entity formation in EU member states (limited company, GmbH, SARL, etc.) and cross-border branch/subsidiary establishment.
• VAT registration and compliance, OSS/MOSS advisory, intra-community supply reporting.
• GDPR compliance programs (data protection impact assessments, contracts, DPO support and international data transfer mechanisms such as SCCs and Transfer Impact Assessments where needed).
• AML/CTF compliance in accordance with EU AML directives and local transpositions.
• Statutory audit coordination under EU auditing standards and national auditor registers.
• Employment law & social security advisory for cross-border workers under EU mobility rules.

Note: Switzerland and the United Kingdom are not EU members; they have separate regulatory regimes (Swiss data protection law and UK GDPR/UK Data Protection Act for the UK), so we provide separate jurisdiction-specific offerings for those countries.

United Kingdom & Switzerland — Distinct Offerings

United Kingdom (UK)

• Company House incorporations, registered office services and filing of confirmation statements and annual accounts.
• UK-specific data protection compliance (UK GDPR) and ICO registration guidance if required.
• Solicitor coordination for FCA-regulated activities, sandbox applications for fintechs, and FCA permissions advice.
• PAYE payroll setup, VAT registration and corporation tax filings with HMRC.

Switzerland

• Swiss company formation (AG, GmbH), cantonal tax registrations and social security coordination.
• Assistance with Swiss financial market supervision (FINMA) requirements where applicable.
• Data protection and data transfer considerations under Swiss law; IP filing strategy and patent box considerations when relevant.

Note: Both jurisdictions have robust but distinct regulatory frameworks; we deploy specialist teams for UK and Swiss workstreams.

United States (USA)

Federal and state-level fragmentation requires specialist coordination — our U.S. practice supports both federal registrations and the state-by-state requirements.

Core Services

• Entity formation (C-Corp, S-Corp, LLC) across states, registered agent services, and state annual report filings.
• Federal EIN registration, state tax registrations, and sales/use tax advisory per nexus rules.
• Securities compliance and SEC filing advisory for fintechs and capital raises; state blue sky law coordination.
• AML/OFAC screening and sanctions advisory; cross-border payments and FinCEN considerations.
• Statutory audits, US GAAP advisory, and coordination with Big Four and regional auditors as needed.

Australia

Core Services

• Company formation (Pty Ltd), ABN/TFN registration, and ASIC filings.
• Goods & Services Tax (GST) and payroll tax advisory; Superannuation setup and compliance.
• ASIC licensing coordination for financial services and AFSL-related matters.
• Privacy Act compliance and data breach reporting obligations.

African Union & Pan-Africa Approach

The African continent is legally diverse. Ikdao provides a regionally distributed approach: continental strategy plus country-level delivery via trusted local partners.

Core Services

• Local company registrations (examples include CIPC in South Africa, CAC in Nigeria, Registrar of Companies in Kenya) through local legal partners.
• Cross-border trade facilitation, customs & trade compliance advisory, and tax treaty mapping.
• AML/KYC programs adapted to local laws and regional guidance from bodies such as the AU and regional economic communities.
• Capacity building for startups and SMEs: compliance playbooks and low-cost statutory readiness packages.

Note: Many African countries require physical presence or a local representative; we arrange local trusted agents and ensure filings meet domestic procedural requirements.

Middle East (GCC and wider Middle East)

We support both mainland and free-zone incorporations, and handle the special regulatory environments prevalent across GCC states and the broader Middle East.

Core Services

• Free-zone and mainland entity setup (UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and more) with local sponsor/agent services as required.
• Sector-specific licensing (financial services, payment institutions, energy, healthcare).
• Local compliance frameworks, including national data protection laws and licensing authorities such as the Saudi CMA or UAE regulators where applicable.
• International sanctions and export control compliance — particularly relevant for regional trade and financial services providers.

Latin America (LATAM)

We work country-by-country across LATAM, building compliance programs attuned to civil code traditions, tax regimes, and cross-border trade rules.

Core Services

• Entity formation and tax registrations across LATAM jurisdictions.
• Local payroll and social security compliance; contractor classification and employer obligations.
• Tax compliance, withholding tax planning and transfer pricing documentation for regional operations.
• Import/export regulatory support and local licensing for sector-specific activities.

Russia

Russia presents a specialized legal environment; Ikdao works with vetted local counsel to handle corporate formation, licensing and statutory compliance. Given geopolitical dynamics, we include sanctions and export control screening as part of engagements that involve Russia.

Core Services

• Local entity formation and registration, tax compliance and statutory accounting coordination.
• Licensing for regulated activities and sector-specific approvals.
• Sanctions screening and risk advisory integrated into onboarding processes.

China

China requires specialized local structures and partnerships. We advise on the full range of options — representative office, WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise), joint ventures, and local distributor models — and coordinate with local counsel for regulatory approvals and filings.

Core Services

• Entity structuring (WFOE, joint venture, representative office) and registration with local Administration for Market Regulation.
• Local tax registration, VAT and corporate tax advisory, and payroll & social security compliance.
• Data localization and cross-border data transfer advisory where applicable; compliance with national cybersecurity and data rules.
• IP registration strategy in China and enforcement coordination with local counsel.

Note: China often requires engagement with local partners and an understanding of provincial differences — we deploy in-country experts to navigate these nuances.

Japan & Korea

Japan

• Company formation (Kabushiki Kaisha - KK, Godo Kaisha - GK), registered seal (inkan) processes and tax registration.
• Payroll, social insurance enrollment, and consumption tax advisory.
• Local IP filings, employment compliance and statutory accounting coordination.

Korea (South Korea)

• Incorporation, business registration with Korean authorities, corporate tax and VAT registration.
• Labor law compliance, four major social insurances, and local payroll setup.
• Fintech licensing guidance and KISA data protection compliance assistance.

ASEAN

ASEAN comprises diverse legal systems and attractive startup ecosystems. Ikdao assists with fast market entry and longer-term compliance programs.

Core Services

• Entity formation, representative offices, and branch setups across ASEAN member states.
• Cross-border trade facilitation and regional tax planning.
• Local privacy and consumer regulations advisory for e-commerce and digital services.
• Integration with ASEAN free trade mechanisms where relevant and customs/tariff support.