We advise European companies on entering India, building supply chains in India and managing the regulatory overlap between EU and Indian law. India and the European Union concluded negotiations on a free trade agreement in January 2026, with signature targeted by the end of 2026.
Who we act for
European corporates and Mittelstand companies, European law firms, and buyers sourcing from India.
Inbound
- Market entry, joint ventures and technology licensing
- Gap assessments between GDPR and India’s data protection law
- Setting up capability and engineering centres in India
- Supplier contracts carrying EU sustainability and due diligence obligations
- Food, pharmaceutical and industrial product regulation
Outbound
- Carbon border adjustment readiness for Indian exporters of steel, aluminium, fertilisers and other covered goods
- Overseas investment by Indian groups into the EU
- Indian-law distribution and agency agreements for European markets
Current position
India-EU free trade agreement concluded in January 2026, signature targeted by end-2026, entry into force expected no earlier than 2027. India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement already in force. Position as of [date].
Packaged offerings
India Entry Pack
A single engagement covering everything a foreign company needs to start operating in India through a subsidiary.
Global Capability Centre Launch
Legal set-up for a captive technology, engineering or shared services centre in India.
DPDP Readiness for Foreign Businesses
A fixed-scope assessment and remediation plan for foreign businesses that process personal data of individuals in India.
Outbound Investment Pack for Indian Groups
The Indian-law side of an Indian company’s investment abroad, coordinated with independent local counsel in the target country.
Your contact
[Name], [Designation]. [Email]. Available in Central European business hours.