Bridging the India-Australia Economic Corridor.
The premier legal advisory for Indian companies expanding to Australia and Australian firms entering the Indian market. Trusted by 120+ clients across both corridors.
Capitalizing on the ECTA Opportunity
With the signing of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), bilateral trade is projected to reach $50 billion by 2030. Collins Quarters International positions you at the forefront of this transformation.
Our India Practice Group is led by senior lawyers with deep, personal ties to the Indian business community. With over 15 years of experience in cross-border transactions, we bring genuine cultural fluency to every engagement — not just legal expertise.
We maintain liaison offices in Mumbai and Bangalore, allowing us to meet clients in their time zone, coordinate documentation locally, and leverage established networks across India's major business centres.
Key Benefits for Indian Businesses
- Tariff Elimination — Over 85% of Australian tariffs on Indian goods eliminated
- Workforce Mobility — 1,000 dedicated work visas per year for Indian professionals
- Services Access — Enhanced access for Indian IT and professional services firms
- Student Visas — Extended post-study work visas for Indian graduates
- Investment Protection — Bilateral investment safeguards and dispute mechanisms
Key Services for Indian Businesses
Comprehensive legal support at every stage of your Australian journey — from initial market assessment to ongoing operational compliance.
Australian Market Entry
Complete subsidiary incorporation, resident director services, operational setup, and tax structuring. Our "Landing Pad" service takes Indian companies from zero to operational in under 30 days.
- Entity registration
- Tax structure optimization
- Banking & compliance setup
Cross-Border M&A
End-to-end transaction support including target identification, due diligence on Australian assets, FIRB approval management, and post-acquisition integration.
- FIRB applications
- Due diligence
- Deal negotiation & closing
Technology & IP Transfer
Comprehensive IP protection, licensing frameworks, and technology transfer agreements for Indian SaaS, IT services, and deep-tech firms expanding into Australian markets.
- IP registration & protection
- SaaS licensing
- R&D collaboration agreements
Workforce Mobility
Moving key Indian personnel to Australia via Subclass 482, 494, and GTI visas. We manage the full compliance cycle from sponsorship obligations to settlement support.
- 482 & 494 visas
- Global Talent pathway
- Employer sponsorship
Dispute Resolution
Enforcing Indian arbitral awards in Australian courts, managing cross-jurisdictional commercial disputes, and providing strategic litigation support.
- Arbitral award enforcement
- Commercial mediation
- Cross-border litigation
Your Australian Market Entry Timeline
Our structured “Landing Pad” program takes Indian companies from concept to operational in under 60 days.
Strategy & Entity Setup
Initial consultation, corporate structure recommendation, and ASIC registration.
Compliance & Banking
ABN application, tax registrations, bank account opening, and employment contracts.
Operational Launch
Office setup support, visa applications for key personnel, and supplier agreements.
Growth & Scale
Ongoing corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory.
Sectors We Serve
Our India Practice Group has deep sector expertise across the industries driving bilateral trade growth.
SaaS, IT consulting, and digital transformation companies
Generic pharmaceuticals and clinical research organizations
Solar, wind, and green hydrogen ventures
VET providers, universities, and educational technology
Mining, processing, and supply chain partnerships
Agricultural exports, food processing, and supply chains
India Liaison Presence
We maintain a physical liaison presence in India's two most important business cities, ensuring our clients receive responsive, locally-informed support.
Mumbai
India's financial capital and gateway for M&A, banking, and capital markets transactions. Our Mumbai liaison coordinates with local counsel and facilitates client meetings.
Bangalore
India's technology hub. Our Bangalore liaison supports IT services firms, SaaS companies, and deep-tech startups with Australian market entry advisory.
Ready to Explore the India-Australia Corridor?
Contact our India Desk for a confidential discussion about your cross-border objectives.