The fees for Company Registration In Pakistan depend on several factors, including the type of company, the authorized share capital, and whether you submit documents online or in person. The most important costs are as follows:
1. Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Fees
The SECP is the primary authority for company registration, and its fees vary based on share capital and the method of submission (online or physical).
Name Reservation Fee: PKR 200 for both online and offline submissions.
Incorporation Fee: This fee is based on the company’s share capital:
Up to PKR 100,000 share capital is 1,500 PKR online and 3,000 PKR offline.
For share capital between PKR 100,001 and PKR 500,000: PKR 2,000 (online) and PKR 4,000 (offline).
For share capital between PKR 500,001 and PKR 1,000,000: PKR 3,000 (online) and PKR 6,000 (offline).
For share capital above PKR 1,000,000: The fees increase progressively.
2. Memorandum and Articles of Association Filing
The Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA) must be filed during incorporation. The fees for filing these documents range from PKR 1,000 to PKR 10,000, depending on share capital and whether they are submitted online or offline.
3. Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Registration
After incorporation, Companies Registration In Lahore for tax with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is necessary. This process, which includes obtaining a National Tax Number (NTN) and sales tax registration (if applicable), is free, though professional services may charge around PKR 5,000 to PKR 20,000.
4. Professional Fees
Hiring Hamza & Hamza Law Associates or consultants for the registration process can cost between PKR 10,000 to PKR 50,000, depending on the complexity of the business.
Total Estimated Cost
For a small private limited company, the registration fees range from PKR 3,500 to PKR 6,000 (excluding professional services). Larger companies or additional licenses may increase the total cost.