RBI ODI Rules 2022 Compliant
Atlas, Firstbase & Doola
Don't Work for
Indian Founders.
StartEase Does.
Built for Indian Founders
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The Hidden Cost of "Cheap" Platforms
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Why US Platforms Don't Work for Indian Founders Anymore
In 2022, RBI released comprehensive ODI regulations that fundamentally changed how Indian residents can invest in foreign entities. Atlas, Firstbase, Doola, and similar platforms simply weren’t designed with these requirements in mind.
Payment Violations
Under ODI 2022, even paying Atlas/Firstbase/Doola incorporation fees could be considered overseas direct investment requiring prior RBI approval.
US Platforms Reality
US platforms like Atlas, Firstbase, and Doola aren’t designed for Indian residents. They ignore Form ODI, APR/FLA reporting, and FEMA compliance requirements.
Complex Structuring
ODI regulations require specific corporate structures that differ significantly from standard US incorporation approaches used by these platforms.
Legal Counsel Required
RBI strongly recommends working with attorneys familiar with ODI regulations—something US-only platforms cannot provide.
Official RBI Guidance (2022)
"Complying with ODI regulations is complex and often requires a corporate structure that differs from the structure used in Atlas.
It's important to note that under the ODI regulations, even paying the fee to incorporate a US company could be considered an overseas direct investment."
"RBI Recommendation: "If you or one of your co-founders reside in India, we strongly encourage you to work with an attorney familiar with ODI regulations."
Real Founder Story
"We used Firstbase thinking it was the same as Atlas. Got an RBI notice 18 months later for non-compliant ODI structure.
Had to restructure everything, pay penalties, and nearly lost our Series A.
The legal fees alone were ₹25 lakhs. These platforms just don't understand Indian law."
— Anonymous Fintech Founder, Mumbai
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The IRS and state tax authorities impose significant penalties for failing to file or pay taxes on time. Stay compliant to avoid these unnecessary costs.
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30-minute consultation with our CA-ODI expert to review your situation, explain 2022 regulations, and design your compliant expansion roadmap. Plus get our comprehensive ODI founder report.
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Compliance Clarity
Understand exactly why Atlas/Firstbase/Doola don't work for Indians, what ODI compliance means, and legal ways to pay incorporation fees.
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