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India-United Kingdom Corridor

From the City to Mumbai: Navigating Indian Law with Common Law Precision

£38 Billion Bilateral Investment Relationship

$4.1B
FDI to India
1.8M+
Indian Diaspora
$38.6B
Bilateral Trade
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The United Kingdom-India Legal & Economic Corridor

The United Kingdom remains India fifth-largest trading partner and significant FDI source. Common law heritage provides shared legal concepts, though Indian statutory overlays require specialized navigation. The ongoing India-UK FTA negotiations aim to enhance market access.

Core Legal Advisory Areas

UK companies benefit from shared common law heritage with India, yet Indian statutory overlays on contract law create enforcement nuances requiring specialized drafting.

  • English law vs Indian law governing clause analysis
  • LCIA and ICC arbitration clause drafting for India enforcement
  • Distribution and agency agreements under Indian Commercial Agents Act
  • Technology transfer agreements under FEMA
  • Post-Brexit contract restructuring considerations

Treaty & Agreement Framework

India-UK DTAA

Comprehensive tax treaty providing preferential withholding rates and PE definitions.

  • 10-15% dividend WHT
  • Royalty and FTS rates
  • Capital gains taxation provisions

Recent Developments

January 2026

India-UK FTA Negotiations

FTA negotiations progress on goods market access and investment protection chapters.

Frequently Asked Questions: United Kingdom-India Corridor

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United Kingdom-India Legal Requirements?

For a preliminary discussion on your India legal requirements, our international advisory team is available.

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