STARTING YOUR E COMMERCE BUSINESS IN INDIA

STARTING YOUR E COMMERCE BUSINESS IN INDIA

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Legal Support by VS IPR AND LEGAL ADVISORS LLP Dahisar East Mumbai
Legal Services in Mumbai Maharashtra
Thinking about launching your own E COMMERCE BUSINESS IN INDIA There has never been a better time With digital platforms booming and consumer demand at an all time high, starting your online venture is a powerful way to grow your brand
But before you start selling, it is essential to get your legal documentation and registrations in order At VS IPR AND LEGAL ADVISORS LLP we guide startups and small businesses in Dahisar East Mumbai and across India through every legal step of the process

STEP 1 BUSINESS REGISTRATION
The first step to starting your e commerce journey is to register your business Depending on your vision and scale, you can choose from
SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP
LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP LLP
PRIVATE LIMITED COMPANY
Most successful businesses including Flipkart began as private limited companies Choosing the right structure affects your tax liability business reputation and future scalability

STEP 2 TRADEMARK REGISTRATION
If you are selling on platforms like Amazon Flipkart Myntra Nykaa or Shopify a TRADEMARK REGISTRATION is often required to access brand protection programs Protecting your brand identity and business name ensures that your brand is safe from imitation and builds credibility with customers

STEP 3 GST REGISTRATION
To legally sell products online GST REGISTRATION is mandatory If you are a manufacturer and your turnover exceeds 40 lakhs or a service provider earning over 20 lakhs you must have an active GST number for your e commerce transactions
This is essential to avoid penalties and remain compliant with Indian tax regulations

STEP 4 ISO CERTIFICATION
For certain categories like apparel electronics personal care products kitchenware packaged food healthcare and home decor an ISO CERTIFICATION helps boost customer trust and increases your chances of winning corporate or bulk orders
ISO also helps position your brand as quality focused and internationally credible

STEP 5 WEBSITE AND PAYMENT GATEWAY SETUP
To operate a successful online store you will need a professional website with proper payment gateway integration Payment service providers like Razorpay and PayU require the following documents
BUSINESS REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE
PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF USE
BUSINESS LICENSES
KYC DOCUMENTS
These are essential to securely process customer payments and ensure financial compliance

STEP 6 IMPORT EXPORT CODE AND ICEGATE REGISTRATION
If you are planning to sell internationally through platforms like Amazon Global Alibaba or your own site you need to obtain an IMPORT EXPORT CODE IEC from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade DGFT
You will also need to register on ICEGATE for customs clearance and get an AD CODE and IFSC CODE from your bank This allows you to legally export goods from India and receive international payments

BONUS TIP FOR INSTAGRAM SELLERS
If you are running a small business on Instagram or other social media platforms it is important to register your business name as a trademark early Many sellers lose their brand name because they delay trademark registration Protect your business page name before someone else claims it

GET STARTED WITH VS IPR AND LEGAL ADVISORS LLP
At VS IPR AND LEGAL ADVISORS LLP Dahisar East Mumbai we offer complete guidance and legal services to help entrepreneurs and small businesses set up legally and successfully
Our team specializes in
BUSINESS REGISTRATION
TRADEMARK FILING
GST AND ISO REGISTRATION
E COMMERCE COMPLIANCE
IMPORT EXPORT CODE APPLICATIONS
Whether you are a beginner or a growing seller we provide end to end legal services in Mumbai Maharashtra to help you build a strong foundation

READY TO LAUNCH YOUR ONLINE BUSINESS THE RIGHT WAY
Connect with us today at VS IPR AND LEGAL ADVISORS LLP Dahisar East Mumbai and take the first step toward building a compliant and scalable e commerce brand
Let us help you turn your business idea into a fully registered online enterprise