Country Expertise: India, China and Switzerland

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Expanding into new markets opens up attractive growth opportunities for businesses, but also brings significant tax, legal, and administrative challenges. Varying regulatory requirements, local business practices, cultural differences, and bureaucratic hurdles demand careful planning and in-depth market knowledge to minimize risks and leverage business opportunities effectively. 

Whether setting up a branch, forming a joint venture, or sending employees abroad – companies must be able to rely on sound legal and tax advice. 

Foreign companies planning to enter the German market need experts who are also familiar with the specific conditions in their home countries. 

We have extensive experience and in-depth expertise in the following countries: 

  • China 
  • India 
  • Switzerland 

Comprehensive Support for Your International Projects 

With our country-specific expertise and all-in-one solutions, we provide targeted support for your expansion plans and international business activities. Our multidisciplinary team of tax advisors, lawyers, and financial experts ensures seamless and efficient implementation of your projects. We offer practical, tailor-made solutions that meet all relevant tax and legal requirements – helping you establish your business securely and successfully in each target market. 

Our Services in Detail 

Advice for Establishing a Business Presence Abroad
  • Advice on setting up a permanent establishment or branch office abroad
  • Tax and legal analysis and recommendations regarding the structure for the setting up of a permanent establishment
  • Preparation and coordination of the registration of a branch in the Commercial Register
  • Tax registration of the permanent establishment/branch
  • Compliance with the tax reporting requirements for the permanent establishment
Advice for Founding a Legal Entity Abroad
  • Analysis of the advantages of forming a company
  • Selection of the appropriate legal form and description/explanation of the major risks
  • Guidance on choosing the company’s location
  • Coordinating the preparation of all incorporation documents
  • Oversight of the registration process
  • Full support with tax registration, including the opening balance sheet
Advice for Setting Up a Joint Venture With a Foreign Partner
  • Analysis of the advantages of a joint venture
  • Selection of the appropriate legal form
  • Preparation and negotiation of the joint venture agreement
  • All further steps as with the establishment of a legal entity
Advice on Acquiring a Company Abroad
  • Identification of a suitable acquisition target
  • Complete due diligence process across all relevant business areas
  • Drafting of agreements for the acquisition of the company (asset purchase agreement (APA), share purchase agreement (SPA), etc.)
  • Tax optimisation of the acquisition structure
Advisory Service for International Employee Assignments
  • Agreement under labour law regarding the temporary transfer 
  • Social security advice and compliance 
  • Clarification of immigration and residence regulations 
  • Preparation of payroll during the assignment or advisory service for the foreign HR department 
Cross-Border Coordination and Local Expertise
  • Direct collaboration with our local partners to ensure smooth implementation 
  • Support in contract negotiations and joint venture structures 
  • A dedicated relationship partner who centrally coordinates all processes 

Your Benefits 

  • A single point of contact at Auren for coordinating all services
  • Legal certainty and compliance through in-depth market knowledge and adherence to all local tax and legal regulations
  • Efficient execution of international projects with a dedicated Relationship Partner for coordinated implementation
  • Optimised tax and financial structures to minimise tax burdens and maximise business opportunities
  • Locally anchored expertise through our international network and long-standing partnerships in India, China, and Switzerland

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