A significant regulatory alignment for cross-border mergers.
The latest amendment under FEMA Notification No. FEMA 389(1)/2026-RB removes a key procedural bottleneck by extending the “Deemed Approval” framework beyond NCLT-sanctioned schemes to approvals granted by other competent authorities under the Companies Act.
For companies considering reverse flips and cross-border restructuring, this change brings:
✔️ Greater regulatory parity
✔️ Faster execution timelines
✔️ Reduced approval complexities
✔️ Improved ease of doing business
In this carousel, we break down what has changed, why it matters, and its practical impact on reverse flip transactions and inbound mergers.
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