Services
Why You Need Us?
At Trade Bridge Advisors, we bring over 30 years of experience in taxation, SEZs, EOUs, and trade facilitation to simplify India’s complex regulatory framework. Founded by a former IRS officer, our mission is to bridge the gap between businesses and authorities with practical, results-driven solutions.
We provide tailored guidance to help enterprises and investors ensure compliance, optimize fiscal benefits, and streamline operations. With us as your trusted partner, you can focus on growing your business while we handle regulatory challenges with expertise and clarity.
Our Services
We provide comprehensive legal support across SEZs, EOUs, STPIs, FTWZs, and DGFT frameworks, covering setup, licensing, compliance, and dispute resolution. Our expertise ensures smooth operations, regulatory compliance, and optimized fiscal benefits. From securing approvals and handling incentive claims to representing trade bodies and advocating policy reforms with the Ministry of Commerce, we deliver end-to-end legal and regulatory solutions for businesses in India’s export-oriented sectors.
End-to-End Regulatory Framework Services
End-to-end regulatory services for SEZ, EOU, STPI, FTWZ, and DGFT compliance.
Advisory and Compliance Services for SEZ, EOU, STPI, and DGFT
Comprehensive advisory, compliance, licensing, and dispute resolution services for SEZ, EOU, STPI, and DGFT frameworks.
Services for Setting Up SEZs and FTWZ
End-to-end support for SEZ and FTWZ setup, from feasibility and approvals to implementation and ongoing compliance.
Representations for Trade and Industry Bodies Before Ministry of Commerce
Expert representation before MoCI and trade bodies for policy advocacy, grievance redressal, and regulatory reforms.
End-to-End Regulatory Framework Services
- Service Overview: Trade Bridge Advisors offers end-to-end regulatory framework services for Indian and foreign entities operating under SEZ, EOU, STPI, FTWZ, and DGFT frameworks. The focus is on tailored, modular, and client-specific compliance support.
- Objectives: Provide flexible regulatory guidance, modular compliance support, smooth market entry, knowledge bridging for foreign firms, and optimized fiscal benefits (duty exemptions, tax holidays).
- Scope of Services: Includes customized regulatory advisory, setup & licensing support, compliance & incentive management, representation/advocacy, and client-centric support (localized expertise, project management, training).
- Key Support Areas: Assistance with LoPs, IEC, DGFT licensing, FDI guidance, incentive claims (Advance Authorizations, EPCG, Section 10AA), audits, dispute support, and liaison with Indian trade bodies or government authorities.
- Deliverables: Regulatory reports, application packages, compliance SOPs, representation materials, regulatory updates (bi-monthly), and tailored training sessions.
Advisory and Compliance Services for SEZ, EOU, STPI, and DGFT
- Regulatory Advisory: Legal opinions on SEZ Act, EOU schemes, STPI registrations, and DGFT policies. Covers export obligations, deemed exports, and incentive schemes like Advance Authorizations, DFIA, EPCG.
- Compliance Audits & Due Diligence: Regular audits to ensure adherence to SEZ Rules (e.g., Net Foreign Exchange), EOU/STPI guidelines (e.g., performance monitoring), and DGFT notifications. Includes due diligence for mergers/acquisitions.
- Licensing & Registration: Help with Letters of Permission/Intent (LoP/LoI), Importer Exporter Code (IEC), and DGFT licenses (e.g., SCOMET for restricted goods).
- Incentive Claims & Filings: Assistance with duty exemptions, GST refunds, tax benefits under Section 10AA, and submissions like Annual Performance Reports (APR).
- Dispute Resolution: Representation in appeals before Appellate Authorities, CESTAT, High Courts, or Supreme Court for issues like export defaults, penalties, or denied benefits.
Services for Setting Up SEZs and FTWZ
- Pre-Setup Feasibility & Structuring: Advice on site selection, land acquisition, and structuring as per SEZ Act requirements. For FTWZ, evaluation under FTP Chapter 7.
- Application Processing at UAC: Drafting/submitting proposals to Unit Approval Committee (UAC), including project reports and financial projections. Coordination with Development Commissioners.
- BOA Approvals: Preparing applications for Board of Approval (BOA) for setups, modifications, or denotification. Covers infrastructure providers, co-developers, and expansions.
- Post-Approval Implementation: Assistance in agreements with SEZ Authorities, infrastructure approvals (power, water), and customs bonding procedures.
- Ongoing Support: Legal help for operations, including customs EDI integration and first import clearances.
Representations for Trade and Industry Bodies Before Ministry of Commerce
- Policy Advocacy: Representing associations like FICCI, CII, ASSOCHAM in submissions on FTP reforms, SEZ policy changes, or simplifications in EOU/STPI. Preparing position papers and responses to draft notifications.
- Grievance Redressal & Consultations: Legal representation in pre-budget consultations, stakeholder meetings, grievance committees, and issues like duty drawback, anti-dumping, or incentive disparities.
- Litigation & Negotiations: Handling cases before TGRC, DGFT Appellate Authority, or MoCI review panels. Negotiating relaxations in export norms.
- Amicus Curiae & Expert Interventions: Providing expert legal inputs in public interest litigations or writs related to SEZ/FTWZ policies.
