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Foreign Liabilities and Assets Annual Return  – FLA Return

All you need to know about FLA Return to RBI

What is FLA Return Filing Online to RBI in India?  

The FLA Return (Foreign Liabilities and Assets Return) is an annual filing that must be submitted by all Indian companies and LLPs having foreign investments or overseas assets. It is a mandatory compliance under FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) and must be filed online to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) by 15th July every year.

The purpose of this return is to provide details of foreign assets, liabilities, and investments made or received during the financial year. Failure to file the FLA Return within the due date may lead to FEMA penalties.

Applicability of FLA Return   

The FLA Return i.e. an annual return on Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) is required to be filed directly by all the Indian Private Limited Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships who have:

  • Received foreign direct investment

  • Made foreign direct investment

 Companies exempted from filing FLA Returns 

  • Companies that have only issued shares on a non-repatriable basis to the NRIs do not require to submit FLA Return

  • Companies with no outstanding balance of FDI or ODI by the end of the financial year are also exempted from filing FLA return.

  • Companies that have only received share application money and have not received any Foreign Direct Investment or not made any Overseas Direct Investment are exempt from filing FLA returns.

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Provisions regarding the due date for Filing FLA Return to RBI 

  • Annual return on Foreign Liabilities and Assets has been notified under FEMA 1999 and it is required to be submitted by all the India resident companies which have received FDI and/ or made overseas investment in any of the previous year(s), including current year by July 15 every year.

  • Non-filing of the return before due date will be treated as a violation of FEMA and penalty clause may be invoked for violation of FEMA.

  • However, if the company’s accounts are not audited before the due date of submission, i.e. July 15, then the FLA Return should be submitted based on un-audited (provisional) account.

  • Once the accounts gets audited and there are revisions from the provisional information submitted by the company, they are supposed to submit the revised FLA return based on audited accounts by the end of September.

Why Choose Ebizfiling for FLA Return Filing Online?   

Ebizfiling provides end-to-end assistance for FLA Return Filing in India. From data preparation to submission on the RBI portal, we ensure your filing process is complete, compliant, and error-free. In India, we provide services like Indian subsidiary, Start up advisory, Secretarial compliance services, Filing of Form FC-GPR and FC-TRS, Trademark registration, and many more. To file your FLA Return in India online you may get in touch with our compliance manager on 09643203209 or email info@ebizfiling.com for free consultation.

Charges / Fees for filing FLA Return Online

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Benefits of FLA Return Filing Online with Ebizfiling  

Accurate Filing

 Our experts ensure every figure matches RBI’s reporting standards

Deadline Compliance

Timely submission to avoid FEMA penalties and delays.

Professional Guidance

Assistance from trained FEMA and RBI compliance specialists.

Secure Handling

All company and investment data is kept confidential and encrypted.

One-Stop Solution

From data review to RBI upload, we manage everything end-to-end.

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Documents Required for FLA Return Filing Online

  • Provisional or Audited financial statements
  • Shareholding patterns
  • Non-resident shareholding
  • Number of employees on Payroll
  • Details of FDI received or made
  • User id and password of FLAIR system
  • Authority letter if entity not registered on FLAIR system

How to file FLA Return Online?

 

Process for filing FLA Return online in 5 simple steps

1

Fill in simple Checklist

2

Submit Documents and details

3

Verification of Documents  

4

Preparation of FLA Return  

5

FLA Return Filed

How Ebizfiling Helps in FLA Return Filing Online ?

  • Compliance Check: We verify if your company is required to file an FLA Return.

  • Data Validation: Our team reviews your financial data as per RBI guidelines.

  • Form Preparation: We prepare the FLA Return form with accurate financial inputs.

  • Portal Filing: Submission and verification are completed on RBI’s FLAIR portal.

  • Post-Filing Support: You receive a digital acknowledgment and filing confirmation.

  • Dedicated Expert: A single point of contact assists you throughout the process.

FAQs

FAQs on FLA Return Filing Online to RBI in India  

Get answers for all your queries

  • What is FLA Return Filing?

    It is an annual return filed by Indian companies and LLPs having foreign assets or liabilities.

  • Who must file FLA Return?

    Any company or LLP with FDI or ODI during the year must file the return with RBI.

  • What is the due date for FLA Return filing?

    The deadline is 15th July every year for the previous financial year.

  • What happens if I miss the FLA filing deadline?

    You may attract penalties under FEMA for delayed or non-filing.

  • Can an LLP file FLA Return?

    Yes, LLPs with foreign investment or ownership must file FLA Returns.

  • Is FLA Return filing mandatory for companies with no foreign assets?

    No, only entities having foreign investments or liabilities need to file.

  • What is the FLAIR system?

    FLAIR (Foreign Liabilities and Assets Information Reporting) is the RBI’s online filing portal.

  • Can the FLA Return be revised?

    Yes, you can revise your return if there are errors or updates in the data.

  • Is audited financial data mandatory for FLA Return?

    If audited data is not available, provisional data may be submitted, followed by a revision.

  • Do foreign subsidiaries of Indian companies need to file?

    Yes, Indian companies with subsidiaries abroad must file FLA Return.

  • Does RBI charge any fee for FLA Return filing?

    No, there is no government fee for FLA Return submission.

  • Can the FLA Return be filed offline?

    No, FLA Return must be filed only through the online FLAIR portal.

  • Do I need to register on the FLAIR system every year?

    No, once registered, you can use the same credentials each year.

  • Is digital signature required for filing?

    No, FLA Return does not require a digital signature certificate.

  • Can Ebizfiling file FLA Return on my behalf?

    Yes, our team handles the entire filing process from preparation to submission.

  • What information is included in the return?

    Details of foreign assets, liabilities, FDI, and ODI are reported.

  • What if there are no changes from last year?

    The return still must be filed confirming “No Change” status.

  • Can a newly incorporated company file a FLA Return?

    Yes, if it has received FDI or holds any foreign investment during the year.

  • Does FLA Return need RBI approval?

    No prior approval is needed; it is a mandatory reporting compliance.

  • How can I check if my FLA Return is accepted?

    You will receive an acknowledgment email from RBI confirming submission.

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