Market Entry and Corporate Setup for Multinational Companies
Expanding operations into Pakistan requires strategic corporate structuring and adherence to statutory requirements across multiple regulatory authorities. Javid Law Associates provides corporate legal services in Pakistan to foreign corporations, cross-border investors, and international business entities establishing subsidiaries, branch offices, or liaison offices under the Companies Act 2017 and foreign investment frameworks.
Corporate Structure Options for Foreign Investors
| Structure | Regulatory Authority | Commercial Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Private Limited Subsidiary | SECP, FBR, SBP | Full commercial and trading operations, 100 percent foreign ownership allowed |
| Branch Office | BOI, SECP, FBR | Execution of commercial contracts and client-specified projects in Pakistan |
| Liaison Office | BOI, SECP | Promotional activities, market research, and non-revenue-generating liaison |
Regulatory Compliance and Licensing Coverage
Our firm coordinates statutory clearances with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the Board of Investment (BOI), the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). We manage documentation drafting, name reservation, Memorandum and Articles of Association tailored for international shareholding, NTN registration, sales tax registration, and registration with provincial authorities such as PRA and SRB.
Why Choose Javid Law Associates
- Established corporate legal advisory operating since 2004 from Islamabad and Bahawalpur.
- Direct liaison with federal regulators including SECP, BOI, Ministry of Interior, and SBP.
- Comprehensive post-incorporation support including Chamber of Commerce and PSW registrations.
- Cross-border repatriation compliance under SBP Foreign Exchange Regulations.
Contact our corporate team in Islamabad for a preliminary evaluation of your expansion strategy and regulatory roadmap in Pakistan.
Service heading
SECP company registration, BOI branch office permits, FBR tax structuring, and regulatory advisory for international investors.
Estimated duration
4-6 weeks
Requirements
- Apostilled or consular-attested parent company charter documents and certificate of incorporation
- Board resolution authorizing Pakistani establishment and appointing corporate representative
- Passport copies, bio-data forms, and photographs of foreign directors and ultimate beneficial owners
- Registered local physical office lease agreement or proof of address
- Completed BOI and SECP application forms along with statutory undertakings
Key features
- SECP company registration for foreign-owned subsidiaries
- Board of Investment (BOI) branch and liaison office permission filing
- Drafting customized Articles and Memorandum of Association
- FBR NTN and Sales Tax (STRN) tax registrations
- State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) foreign equity inward remittance compliance
- Corporate bank account structuring and authorized signatory processing
- Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and Chamber of Commerce registration
About the Author
Written by the expert legal team at Javid Law Associates. Our team specializes in corporate law, tax compliance, and business registration services across Pakistan.