How to start a contract mortgage processing company?

I have over 4 years of experience in mortgage loan processing. I am thinking of starting a contract based residential mortgage loan processing company in India. I have the following questions?

1. Does a mortgage processing company / mortgage processor need NMLS id?

2. Is it possible for non-US citizens to get NMLS id?

3. What are the legalities involved in starting a mortgage processing company in India that serves US clients?

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