The LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) is a form of business structure that incorporates elements of a partnership and the limited liability company.
The LLP legal structure operates independently just like the corporate entities.
A new LLP requires at least two partners who will establish this business structure together.
Regardless of the number of partners involved there are no limits to maximum number of partners.
All limited liability partnerships require at least two partners assigned to handle such duties.
One of the identified partners must be an Indian resident.
Each LLP partner has restricted liability that equals their allocated contribution amount.
LLP formation expenses remain at minimum levels.
Less compliance and regulations.
No requirement of minimum capital contribution.
Limited liability: secures the personal property of partners under most circumstances.
Separate legal entity: the LLP can own property, incur debt, enter contracts in its own name.
Flexibility: The internal governance is not as rigid as companies (board meetings, etc.).
None or little starting capital: Less challenging to small entrepreneurs.
Perpetual succession: the departure of a partner does not stop the LLP.
Less compliance than most companies: In most instances, fewer compulsory disclosures as compared to the Private Limited Company.
Step 1: Obtain Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Before starting the registration procedure it's essential to obtain Digital Signature Certificates from designated partners involved in the proposed Limited Liability Partnership. Digital signatures become essential because LLP documentation must be submitted through online platforms which need secure electronic signatures. Certificate holders must acquire their digital signature certificates by receiving them from government approved certifying agencies. A certified agency list follows below. Different government-approved certifying agencies determine the prices for obtaining digital signature certificates. As part of the application, you must obtain DSC in class 3 category.
Step 2: Designated partner identification number (DPIN)
Applications must be made to the partners LLP that DPIN is proposing to appoint. To apply to receive the DPIN allocation you are to apply on the basis of Form DIR-3. In every application, you have to attach a scanned copy of your Aadhar Card and PAN Card documents to the Form. This form has to be signed by a Company Secretary or Cost Accountant or Chartered Accountant on full time basis.
Step 3: Name Approval
RUN-LLP is an application system to get reservations of proposed LLP names and the Central Registration Centre will regulate its processing. You should first check the free name search tool of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal before you are going to write an LLP name on the form.
A search within the system will give out names of the existing companies/LLPs that are in line with the search parameters that are provided by the users. The search results indicate analogs that will help you to avoid name duplication. The Central Government will provide a name of LLP approval that should be used by LLP in case it appears appropriate to them but not close to the previous name or the name of the association or company or brand name or the LLP name.
There is a single chance of resubmission of the form in 15 days to rectify the defects identified. In submitting an application, the LLP can make two proposed names. You should file your LLP incorporation request.
Step 4: Incorporation of LLP
FiLLiP is the incorporation document and the participants have to present it to the Registrar who exercises control over the location where the registered office of the LLP is situated. The form of incorporation is an integrated form.
The fees you are required to pay are as per amount as shown in Annexure 'A'.
With this form an individual that does not have DPIN or Director Identification Number (DIN) may choose to have the assignment of a DPIN in case he or she wishes to become a designated partner.
The two persons are the sole legitimate parties that can make such applications to allocate names.
The reservation of their names can be placed by the users using the online portal FiLLiP.
Name of the application is approved and proposed name which will be reserved in case of further acceptance is published as proposed name of LLP.
Step 5: LLP entities to be filed form 3 i.e. Limited Liability Partnership agreement
An LLP agreement limits the relations between the members of the partnership, as well as between the partnership and its members.
The MCA portal requires all LLP agreement documents to be submitted using Form 3 in electronic format.
Exceptions in the case of LLP agreement filings result in notification in a time span of 30 days counting since incorporation.
All LLP Agreements need to appear on Stamp Paper for legal validity. A different stamp duty value exists for Stamp Paper depending on each state.
Documents of Partners
The registration process of LLP requires both PAN Card and any valid ID Proof (PAN Card/ ID Proof) from each of the named partners. PAN card serves as the basic identification proof for all purposes.
Partners who want to demonstrate their residence can use any valid identification including voter’s ID, passport and driver’s license and either utility bills less than two months old or an Aadhar card. Accounts and personal information recorded in residence proof documents and PAN identity cards must match exactly.
Partners must submit their photographs that match passport dimensions on a white background surface.
Foxiegn nationals wanting to partner with an Indian Limited Liability Partnership must submit their passport for registration as per guidelines. Foreign nationals and NRI must apply for document notarization or apostilling from their home country's relevant authorities to join an Indian LLP. If needed the Indian embassy in their country may instead sign the necessary documents.
All foreign nationals along with NRIs requiring address verification must present government-issued identity proofs including residence cards or bank statements or driving licenses.
Translations of documents in languages other than English must include original notarization or apostilled certification.
Documents of LLP
Confirmation requires rent agreements along with landlord no-objection certificates to use the facility as an official registered office. The permission granted by the landlord through no objection certificate enables the LLP to use a location as its 'registered office'.
The submission requirements for registration accept gas utility bills or electricity bills or telephone bills from any single source. A valid application requires proof of premise address and owner name alongside documents that stay current for 2 months.
Only one designated partner needs to obtain digital signature certification because they will use it to digitally sign all business documents.
File Form 11 (Annual Return) for LLP.
Maintain books of accounts.
If any changes in partners, address, business activities file relevant updates with Registrar within prescribed time.
Ageing: For larger LLPs, audits may be required based on turnover/partners etc. The new updates emphasise stricter disclosures.
Make sure you keep digital records of decisions, agreements etc.
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Any individual or body corporate can register an LLP in India, subject to legal compliance.
An LLP requires a minimum of two designated partners and a registered office address in India.
Documents include PAN and Aadhaar of partners, address proof, photographs, and registered office address proof.
The cost of LLP registration starts from ₹8,999 and varies based on government and professional fees.
LLP registration typically takes 7 to 10 working days, depending on approvals and documentation.
Yes, LLP offers limited liability protection and better credibility compared to a traditional partnership firm.
Yes, a registered office address in India is mandatory for LLP registration.
Yes, LLP registration can be completed fully online through government portals with expert assistance.
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