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How the DSC process works for foreign nationals

Foreign directors, signatories and overseas companies filing in India follow a similar process, with a few extra document requirements.

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Who this applies to

Foreign nationals who are directors or authorized signatories on Indian company filings, and overseas companies with a registered presence or filing obligation in India, both need a Class 3 DSC, issued under Foreign Individual or Foreign Organisation categories respectively.

What's different from a domestic DSC

Instead of Aadhaar, foreign applicants typically verify identity using their passport, alongside the same video verification call. Documentation requirements are generally more detailed, address proof, and for organizations, incorporation documents from the foreign jurisdiction, often apostilled or notarised depending on the CA's requirements.

Delivery considerations

If the applicant is genuinely overseas, delivery of the physical USB token needs to be planned accordingly, international shipping takes longer than domestic delivery, factor this into your timeline if you have an Indian filing deadline.

Need a DSC for a foreign national or overseas company?

We issue Foreign Individual and Foreign Organisation DSCs, guiding you through the specific documentation required.

Foreign Individual and Foreign Organisation DSC options
Guidance on passport-based verification and documentation
International delivery coordination if needed

Frequently asked questions

Yes, the video verification call can typically be completed remotely, wherever you are.

This depends on the specific CA and your jurisdiction, confirm requirements with us before starting your application.

This varies significantly by destination country, discuss your specific timeline with us so we can advise realistically.

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