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Company registration • SECP Pakistan
Register your company in Pakistan and stay compliant, stress-free
From name reservation and SECP incorporation to NTN, bank account and annual corporate filings, we handle the complete registration and compliance journey for local and foreign investors, fully online.
Filed on SECP eServices
Companies Act 2017
Foreign investors welcome
Company incorporated
Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan
CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION
[under the Companies Act, 2017]
[YOUR COMPANY NAME] (PRIVATE) LIMITED
is incorporated as a private company limited by shares
Incorporation no.0XXXXXX
Company typePrivate Limited
NTNIssued ✓
Bank accountSupport provided ✓
SAMPLE
Memorandum & Articles drafted
Business structures we register
Choose the right structure for your business
Not sure which one fits? We help you choose based on ownership, liability, tax and future funding plans.
Single Member Company (SMC)
One owner with limited liability. Ideal for solo founders and freelancers who want a company.
SECPPrivate Limited Company
The most popular choice for startups and SMEs, with two or more shareholders.
SECPPublic Unlisted Company
For larger businesses with wider shareholding and plans to raise capital.
SECPNot-for-profit (Section 42)
Companies formed for charitable, social or welfare purposes, subject to SECP licence.
SECPLimited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Partnership flexibility with the protection of limited liability for partners.
SECPForeign company branch / liaison office
Set up a branch or liaison office of a foreign company in Pakistan.
BOI & SECPPartnership firm (AOP)
Registered partnership deed with the provincial Registrar of Firms.
Registrar of FirmsSole proprietorship
The simplest setup: NTN registration with FBR in the owner’s name.
FBRWhy register a company
Benefits of a registered company
Limited liability
Your personal assets are separate from the company’s debts.
Credibility & trust
Win larger clients, tenders and international contracts.
Easier funding
Issue shares to investors and access bank financing.
Continuity
The company continues even if owners or directors change.
Transparent pricing
Registration & compliance packages
Fixed professional fees in PKR. Switch between new registration and annual compliance.
SMC Registration
Single member company for solo founders
Professional fee fromRs 25,000 one-time
Shareholders1
Timeline5–10 working days
- Name availability & reservation
- Memorandum & Articles drafting
- SECP incorporation filing
- Nominee director documentation
- Company NTN registration
Most popular
Private Limited
Startups & SMEs with 2 or more shareholders
Professional fee fromRs 35,000 one-time
Shareholders2 or more
Timeline5–10 working days
- Everything in SMC
- Share structure advice
- Company NTN & IRIS profile
- Bank account opening support
- Statutory registers & first board resolution
- Company seal & letterhead guidance
Foreign Investor Setup
Foreign-owned companies, branches & liaison offices
Professional fee fromRs 90,000 one-time
InvestorsForeign
TimelineAs per approvals
- Structure & entry route advice
- Security clearance documentation
- BOI permission (branch / liaison)
- SECP incorporation or registration
- NTN & bank account support
Special Entities
Section 42 NPOs, public companies & LLPs
FeeCustom quote
EntitySpecialised
TimelineAs per approvals
- Section 42 licence application
- Public unlisted company setup
- LLP registration
- Partnership firm registration
- Post-registration compliance plan
Basic Compliance
SMCs & small private companies
Professional fee fromRs 30,000 per year
FilingsAnnual
RemindersIncluded
- Annual return filing
- Filing of financial statements
- Beneficial ownership updates
- Compliance calendar & reminders
Most popular
Corporate Secretarial
Growing private limited companies
Professional fee fromRs 60,000 per year
FilingsAll routine
SupportYear-round
- Everything in Basic
- AGM / board meeting notices & minutes
- Statutory registers maintenance
- Auditor appointment filings
- Routine changes (up to 2 per year)
- Dedicated company secretary support
Complete Compliance
Company filings plus tax compliance
Professional fee fromRs 120,000 per year
CoversSECP + FBR
SupportPriority
- Everything in Corporate Secretarial
- Company income tax return
- Withholding tax statements
- Sales tax registration support
- Unlimited compliance queries
Overdue & Revival
Companies behind on filings or facing SECP notices
FeeCustom quote
StatusNon-compliant
TimelineAs agreed
- Compliance health check
- Late filings for past years
- Replies to SECP notices
- Penalty mitigation support
- Restoring good standing
Please note: fees shown are our professional fees only. SECP filing fees, stamp duty, government charges, late-filing penalties and applicable sales tax on services are additional and charged at actual. Timelines depend on SECP and other authorities’ processing.
Changes & other services
Corporate changes made simple
Change of directors
Appointment or resignation filings
Share transfer
Transfer documents & SECP filings
Increase in authorised capital
Resolutions & amended documents
Change of registered office
Within or between cities
Change of company name
Name approval & new certificate
Conversion of SMC to private limited
Change of company status
Sales tax registration
FBR or provincial authority
Chamber & trade body membership
Registration support
Winding up / closure
Voluntary closure of a company
Ongoing obligations
Key annual compliance after registration
Registering is only the start. Companies must keep up with SECP and FBR filings every year to stay in good standing.
Annual return
Filed with SECP each year after the AGM (or by the due date for companies not required to hold one).
Financial statements
Annual accounts, audited where required, filed with SECP after approval.
Statutory audit
Appointment of auditors and audit of accounts as required by law.
Changes in particulars
Changes in directors, officers, shareholding or address reported to SECP within the set time.
Beneficial ownership
Up-to-date register of ultimate beneficial owners maintained and reported.
Income tax & withholding
Company tax return and withholding tax statements filed with FBR.
What to prepare
Documents usually required
Pakistani shareholders & directors
- CNIC copies of all subscribers and directors
- Proposed company names (3 options)
- Principal line of business
- Registered office address and proof
- Shareholding and authorised capital details
- Email address and mobile number of each person
Foreign shareholders & directors
- Passport copies of all foreign subscribers and directors
- Proof of foreign address
- Documents for security clearance
- For corporate shareholders: board resolution & charter documents
- Attestation or apostille of foreign documents, where required
- Details of a local representative, where applicable
How it works
From idea to registered company in six steps
1
Consultation
We advise on the right structure and share structure.
2
Name reservation
We check and reserve your company name with SECP.
3
Documents
We draft the Memorandum, Articles and forms.
4
Incorporation
We file with SECP and track until approval.
5
NTN & bank
Company NTN registered and bank account support.
6
Compliance
We set up your annual compliance calendar.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does company registration take in Pakistan?
Most single member and private limited companies are incorporated within about a week once documents are complete, depending on SECP processing. Foreign-owned companies and special entities take longer because of security clearance and other approvals.
What is the minimum capital required?
There is generally no high minimum capital for a private limited company; you choose an authorised and paid-up capital that suits your business. Higher capital affects government fees and may be needed for some licences or visas, so we advise on the right amount.
Can foreigners own 100% of a company in Pakistan?
Foreign investors can own companies in most sectors, but some sectors have restrictions and foreign nationals usually need security clearance. We review your sector and guide you through the approvals.
Do I need to visit SECP or your office?
No. Registration is filed online through SECP eServices, and we handle the whole process remotely with digital document sharing.
What happens if I don’t file annual returns?
Late or missed filings can lead to penalties, SECP notices and the company being marked non-compliant. Our compliance packages keep your filings on time, and our revival service helps companies that have fallen behind.
Are government fees included in your price?
No. Our prices are professional fees. SECP filing fees, stamp duty and other government charges are added at actual, and we share the full cost upfront before filing.
Ready to register your company?
Book a free consultation and get a clear, fixed quote for registering and running your company in Pakistan.
Information on this page is general and based on the Companies Act 2017 and SECP practice. Requirements, fees and timelines are set by SECP and other authorities and may change. The Business Explore is a consulting firm and is not affiliated with SECP. This is not legal advice.