Company Registration in Pakistan with Lawyer-Led Corporate Support
Register your company in Pakistan with professional legal, taxation and corporate compliance support. We assist startups, entrepreneurs, consultants, software houses, exporters, SMEs, overseas Pakistanis and foreign investors with business structuring, SECP incorporation, NTN registration and post-registration compliance.
Our corporate lawyers and tax consultants manage the process from the initial company name search to incorporation documents, SECP filing, FBR registration and ongoing statutory guidance.
Start Your Business on the Correct Legal Structure
Choosing the correct business structure affects liability, taxation, ownership, investment, banking and future compliance. Before filing an application, our team reviews your business activities, number of owners, proposed shareholding, capital requirements and long-term commercial plans.
We provide company registration services in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with online assistance available for clients throughout Pakistan and overseas.
Company Registration and Business Formation Services in Pakistan
Our services cover the establishment, registration and regularisation of different business structures in Pakistan. Each case is handled according to the nature of the proposed business and the requirements of the relevant registration authority.
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Private Limited Company Registration
A private limited company is suitable for startups, family businesses, professional service providers, technology companies, exporters and growing enterprises requiring a recognised corporate structure.
A Single Member Company, commonly called an SMC, allows one person to establish a private limited company while maintaining a separate corporate identity.
The shareholder must nominate an individual who can act in accordance with the applicable legal requirements if the sole member is unable to manage the company. SECP recognises a company formed by one member as a Single Member Company, while two or more persons may form a standard private company.
A Limited Liability Partnership combines elements of a traditional partnership with a separate legal structure and limited liability protections. An LLP may be suitable for:
Professional firms
Consultants
Technology partnerships
Accountancy and advisory practices
Family-owned enterprises
Joint business ventures
Our team assists with LLP name reservation, partnership structuring, agreement drafting, partner documentation, SECP filing and compliance guidance.
A partnership firm is commonly selected by two or more persons who wish to conduct business under an agreed profit-sharing and management arrangement. Depending on the province and nature of the business, the process may include:
Drafting the partnership deed
Registration with the relevant Registrar of Firms
Formation of an Association of Persons
FBR registration and NTN
Provincial tax registration where applicable
Business bank account documentation
A traditional partnership firm is not incorporated as a private limited company. Its registration, ownership liability and compliance requirements are different from those of an SECP-incorporated company.
A sole proprietorship is generally suitable for an individual operating a small business, consultancy, freelance service, retail operation or professional practice. A sole proprietorship is not incorporated with the SECP as a limited company. Its establishment normally involves the proprietor’s tax registration, business particulars, bank documentation and any sector-specific or provincial registrations that may apply.
Foreign nationals and overseas Pakistanis may establish companies in Pakistan, subject to identity verification, corporate documentation, investment regulations and any sector-specific approvals. We assist with:
Pakistani companies with foreign shareholders
Overseas Pakistani-owned companies
Foreign director and shareholder documentation
Shareholding and capital structuring
Passport and corporate document review
Memorandum object clauses
SECP incorporation
NTN and tax registration
Post-incorporation compliance guidance
Registration of a branch office or liaison office of a foreign company is different from incorporating a Pakistani private limited company and may involve additional approvals.
A newly established business must have the correct tax profile to operate, open and maintain banking arrangements, issue compliant invoices and meet its return-filing obligations. Our taxation services include:
Company NTN verification
FBR Iris profile review
Registration of directors where required
AOP tax registration
Sole proprietor tax registration
Income tax return guidance
Active Taxpayer List compliance
Sales tax requirement assessment
Provincial sales tax guidance
FBR states that companies and Associations of Persons receive a seven-digit NTN through e-enrolment on the Iris system. SECP and FBR also operate an integrated facility through which a company’s NTN may be generated following incorporation, although its tax profile and subsequent compliance should still be professionally reviewed.
Company registration is only the first stage of operating a compliant corporate entity. Companies must maintain proper corporate records and complete applicable statutory and tax filings after incorporation. Our corporate compliance services include:
Annual statutory filings
Annual return assistance
Maintenance of statutory records
Board and shareholder resolutions
Change of registered office
Appointment or resignation of directors
Changes in shareholding
Share transfer documentation
Increase in authorised capital
Alteration of company objects
Ultimate beneficial ownership documentation
Company status changes
Corporate tax compliance
Company closure and easy-exit guidance
SECP maintains separate procedures for annual returns, company accounts, post-incorporation changes and other statutory filings.
A company name approved by SECP does not automatically give the company exclusive trademark rights over its brand. Businesses seeking brand protection should separately consider trademark registration for their:
Business name
Product name
Logo
Brand identity
Software or digital service
Trading name
Service mark
Our intellectual property team provides trademark search, application filing, classification and objection-response support.
The correct structure should be selected after considering business risk, investment plans, liability, taxation, ownership control and expected compliance costs.
SECP’s company name reservation and incorporation process is digitised. Name reservation is the first formal stage, after which the incorporation information and supporting documents are submitted through the applicable SECP system. The final workflow includes the following stages:
Based on this information, we recommend an appropriate structure such as an SMC, private limited company, LLP, partnership or sole proprietorship.
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Company Name Search and Reservation
We review the proposed company name for:
Availability
Similarity with existing names
Restricted or prohibited expressions
Relevance to the proposed business
Trademark and branding concerns
Final approval or rejection of a company name remains subject to SECP review.
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Incorporation Documents and Legal Drafting
We collect the required details and prepare the incorporation information, including:
Shareholders and directors
Registered office address
Authorised and paid-up capital
Shareholding ratio
Principal business activities
Memorandum object clauses
Articles of Association
Required declarations and authorisations
Custom object clauses may be drafted where standard clauses do not adequately cover the proposed business.
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SECP Filing and Objection Handling
The incorporation application is submitted with the relevant information and documents.
Where SECP raises an observation, clarification or objection, our team reviews the matter, prepares the required response and coordinates the amended filing. Processing time depends on name approval, document completion, system verification, proposed business activities and whether additional regulatory review is required.
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NTN and Post-Incorporation Support
After incorporation, we assist with the next operational steps, which may include:
NTN verification and Iris profile review
Directors’ tax registration requirements
Corporate bank account documents
Share subscription documentation
Company letterhead and stamp guidance
Sales tax assessment
Provincial tax registration
Statutory registers and resolutions
Annual compliance planning
Documentation
Documents Required for Company Registration
Requirements may vary according to the company type, shareholders and proposed business activities. Common requirements include:
For Pakistani Directors and Shareholders
Valid CNIC copies
Mobile numbers registered against CNICs
Active email addresses
Residential addresses
Proposed company names
Business activity details
Registered office address
Shareholding percentages
Proposed authorised capital
For a Single Member Company
CNIC of the sole member
Details of the nominee
Details of the alternate nominee where required
Registered office information
Proposed business objects
For Overseas Pakistanis
CNIC or NICOP
Passport
Overseas address
Active email and mobile number
Proposed shareholding details
Additional verification documents where required
For Foreign Shareholders or Directors
Passport copies
Residential address
Contact details
Nationality and occupation
Shareholding information
Attested or legalised documents where applicable
Parent-company documents where a corporate shareholder is involved
Additional approvals may be required for regulated or restricted business activities.
Transparent Fee Structure
Company Registration Fees in Pakistan
The following amounts are professional service fees starting from the stated amounts. Government charges, SECP fees, authorised-capital fees, attestation, translation, courier charges and third-party expenses may be additional unless expressly included in a written quotation.
Company registration involves more than entering information on an online portal. Incorrect ownership details, unclear object clauses, unsuitable shareholding arrangements and incomplete post-incorporation compliance can create future legal and tax complications. Our lawyer-led approach focuses on:
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Correct Business Structuring
We evaluate whether your proposed business should operate as a company, partnership, LLP or sole proprietorship.
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Legally Relevant Object Clauses
Your company’s objects should properly cover its actual and planned business activities without using misleading or restricted wording.
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Shareholder and Director Guidance
We help document the ownership, control and management structure clearly from the beginning.
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Tax Registration Support
Our tax professionals review NTN, Iris profile, income tax and possible sales tax requirements.
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Post-Incorporation Compliance
We guide clients regarding statutory records, annual filings, changes in directors, share transfers and other corporate obligations.
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Support for Growing Businesses
Our services extend beyond incorporation to corporate advisory, contracts, trademarks, taxation and compliance.
Nationwide Coverage
Company Registration Services in Major Cities
We assist clients with company registration and corporate compliance across Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
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Company Registration in Karachi
We assist Karachi-based startups, traders, consultants, exporters, manufacturers, software companies and professional service providers with SECP registration, NTN and corporate compliance.
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Company Registration in Lahore
Our team supports entrepreneurs and businesses in Lahore with company incorporation, partnership registration, taxation and post-registration documentation.
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Company Registration in Islamabad
We provide company registration and corporate legal assistance for Islamabad-based consultants, technology businesses, contractors, service providers and foreign-investment projects.
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Company Registration in Rawalpindi
Businesses in Rawalpindi can obtain professional assistance with company incorporation, NTN, partnerships, proprietorships and corporate compliance.
Online Company Registration Across Pakistan
Most company incorporation documentation and filing stages can be managed online, subject to identity verification, complete records and any authority-specific requirements.
We assist clients from all major cities of Pakistan as well as overseas Pakistanis establishing businesses in the country.
Detailed FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Company Registration in Pakistan
A straightforward company incorporation application may be processed within a few working days after the proposed name is approved and all information is correctly submitted. Processing may take longer where SECP objects, the company has foreign shareholders, the object clauses require review, or the proposed activity falls within a regulated sector.
Most company name reservation and incorporation stages can be completed through SECP’s digital system. Physical attendance is generally not required for a standard online filing, although directors and shareholders must complete the applicable identity, mobile, email and document-verification requirements.
Yes. One person may form a Single Member Company. The sole member must comply with the legal requirements applicable to an SMC, including nomination requirements.
Two or more persons generally form a standard private limited company. Where only one person establishes the company, it is registered as a Single Member Company.
SECP and FBR have an integrated registration facility through which an NTN may be generated after incorporation and sent to the company’s registered email. The company’s Iris profile, tax particulars and subsequent filing obligations should still be reviewed after registration.
No. Sales tax registration is not automatically required for every company. The requirement depends on the company’s activities, turnover, supplies, province and applicable federal or provincial tax laws.
A company must provide a registered office address in Pakistan. The acceptability of a residential, shared, rented or commercial address depends on the business, documentation and any regulatory requirements applicable to the activity.
Authorised share capital is the maximum share capital that a company is permitted to issue under its constitutional documents without first increasing that limit. It does not necessarily mean that the full authorised amount must be deposited at incorporation.
Paid-up capital represents the amount subscribed or contributed by shareholders against issued shares. Its amount should be determined according to the company’s structure, commercial needs and applicable requirements.
Foreign nationals may become shareholders or directors of Pakistani companies, subject to identity verification, documentation, security review and any restrictions applicable to the proposed sector or nationality.
No. A sole proprietorship is not incorporated as a company with SECP. It is generally established through the proprietor’s tax registration and any additional registrations required for the particular business.
No. A partnership is based on an agreement between partners and may expose partners to personal liability. A private limited company has a separate corporate identity and is governed by company law and continuing statutory obligations.
Another name may be submitted, or clarification may be provided where appropriate. Proposed names should not be identical, misleading, prohibited or confusingly similar to existing company names or protected brands.
Government and SECP fees are separate unless the written quotation clearly states that they are included. Official charges may vary according to the company type, authorised capital, filing method and nature of the application.
A company may include more than one lawful business activity where the objects are properly drafted, and the activities are not prohibited or subject to separate licensing requirements. Unrelated or regulated activities should be reviewed carefully before filing.
Yes. Overseas Pakistanis may register companies in Pakistan using their CNIC, NICOP or other accepted identification documents, subject to SECP verification and the requirements applicable to their proposed shareholding and management structure.
A sole proprietorship is not converted automatically into a company. A new company is normally incorporated, after which business assets, contracts, employees, licences and operations may be transferred through appropriate legal and accounting documentation.
Company incorporation creates the legal entity, but a bank account is opened separately under the bank’s own compliance and customer-verification procedures. We can assist with the corporate documents normally required for the banking process.
No. Approval of a company name does not automatically provide trademark ownership or exclusive brand rights. Trademark protection requires a separate application before the relevant intellectual property authority.
Post-registration responsibilities may include maintaining corporate records, filing annual returns, preparing accounts, updating changes in directors or shareholders, filing tax returns and complying with beneficial ownership requirements.
Start Your Assessment
Start Your Company Registration Assessment
Tell us about your proposed business, shareholders, city and registration requirements. Our corporate legal and taxation team will review your information and recommend a suitable business structure.
