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.
[under the Companies Act, 2017]
[YOUR COMPANY NAME] (PRIVATE) LIMITED
is incorporated as a private company limited by shares
Not sure which one fits? We help you choose based on ownership, liability, tax and future funding plans.
One owner with limited liability. Ideal for solo founders and freelancers who want a company.
SECPThe most popular choice for startups and SMEs, with two or more shareholders.
SECPFor larger businesses with wider shareholding and plans to raise capital.
SECPCompanies formed for charitable, social or welfare purposes, subject to SECP licence.
SECPPartnership flexibility with the protection of limited liability for partners.
SECPSet up a branch or liaison office of a foreign company in Pakistan.
BOI & SECPRegistered partnership deed with the provincial Registrar of Firms.
Registrar of FirmsThe simplest setup: NTN registration with FBR in the owner’s name.
FBRYour personal assets are separate from the company’s debts.
Win larger clients, tenders and international contracts.
Issue shares to investors and access bank financing.
The company continues even if owners or directors change.
Fixed professional fees in PKR. Switch between new registration and annual compliance.
Single member company for solo founders
Startups & SMEs with 2 or more shareholders
Foreign-owned companies, branches & liaison offices
Section 42 NPOs, public companies & LLPs
SMCs & small private companies
Growing private limited companies
Company filings plus tax compliance
Companies behind on filings or facing SECP notices
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.
Appointment or resignation filings
Transfer documents & SECP filings
Resolutions & amended documents
Within or between cities
Name approval & new certificate
Change of company status
FBR or provincial authority
Registration support
Voluntary closure of a company
Registering is only the start. Companies must keep up with SECP and FBR filings every year to stay in good standing.
Filed with SECP each year after the AGM (or by the due date for companies not required to hold one).
Annual accounts, audited where required, filed with SECP after approval.
Appointment of auditors and audit of accounts as required by law.
Changes in directors, officers, shareholding or address reported to SECP within the set time.
Up-to-date register of ultimate beneficial owners maintained and reported.
Company tax return and withholding tax statements filed with FBR.
We advise on the right structure and share structure.
We check and reserve your company name with SECP.
We draft the Memorandum, Articles and forms.
We file with SECP and track until approval.
Company NTN registered and bank account support.
We set up your annual compliance calendar.
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.
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.
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.
No. Registration is filed online through SECP eServices, and we handle the whole process remotely with digital document sharing.
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.
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.
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.