Rbi approval requeired by individual to open company abroad

Rahel (B.Com) (29 Points)

09 June 2013  

Hi,

A friend of mine wants to open a company in the USA. It will be owned by him directly and is not a subsdiary of his company in India as he doesnt have a company here.

Is there any RBI approval required to open a company abroad in the case of Individuals ?

Please let me know.