Can a foreign national become a director in an Indian company?
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Can a foreign national become a director in an Indian company?
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Answered 18 Apr 2026
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Yes, A foreign National can become a director in an Indian company. To become a director, Individuals should have a DIN (Director Identification Number), Digital signature certificate and approval from Board of directors of the proposed company i.e where he is required to become a director.
If an Individual seeking appointment is a citizen of a Country sharing land border with India, then he also requires necessary security clearance from the Ministry of Home affairs, Government of India.