Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer a highly structured, tax-efficient, and regulated vehicle for large-scale real estate development and investment in Pakistan. Regulated under the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) REIT Regulations 2015, establishing a REIT requires meticulous corporate planning. At Javid Law Associates, we provide comprehensive corporate legal services Pakistan to help you navigate this complex financial landscape, starting from REIT Management Company (RMC) registration to final scheme approval.
Structuring Process and Timeline
Setting up a REIT in Pakistan involves multiple regulatory milestones. We guide your group through SECP company registration for your RMC, trust deed execution, and final scheme licensing. Below is the structured breakdown of the process:
| Phase | Key Deliverables | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | RMC incorporation & SECP company registration | 15-20 Days |
| Phase 2 | Trustee appointment, valuation, & Trust Deed registration | 25-35 Days |
| Phase 3 | SECP licensing & REIT Scheme launch approval | 30-40 Days |
Why Choose Javid Law Associates?
Established in 2004 with offices in F-10 Markaz Islamabad and Bahawalpur, our firm specializes in complex corporate matters. Whether you require a Private Limited company registration Pakistan for your primary entities or are transitioning to a formal REIT structure, we offer unparalleled legal, tax, and compliance support. We bridge the gap between the regulatory requirements of SECP, FBR, and provincial authorities, ensuring a seamless setup process.
Key Benefits of REIT Structuring
- Income tax exemptions on REIT scheme earnings under the Income Tax Ordinance (upon 90% profit distribution).
- Exemptions or concessionary rates on provincial stamp duties and registration fees.
- Enhanced public and institutional investor confidence through a transparent, SECP-regulated structure.
- Ability to raise public capital through eventual listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
Service heading
End-to-end corporate structuring, SECP licensing, and tax-efficient planning for Real Estate Investment Trusts in Pakistan.
Estimated duration
60-90 working days
Requirements
- Minimum equity and paid-up capital requirements as prescribed by SECP
- Clear title, ownership deeds, and non-encumbrance certificates of the target real estate
- Fit and Proper criteria documentation for proposed RMC directors and sponsors
- Detailed business plan and financial feasibility report of the proposed REIT scheme
- Executed Trust Deed with an SECP-approved trustee
Key features
- REIT Management Company (RMC) Incorporation
- SECP Licensing & Regulatory Approvals
- REIT Scheme Structuring & Trust Deed Drafting
- Tax Optimization & FBR Compliance Strategy
- Valuation and Property Due Diligence Advisory
- Ongoing Regulatory Compliance Support
Editorial & Legal Practice Group
Authored and reviewed by the corporate law and tax litigation practice group at Javid Law Associates. Our team comprises High Court advocates, corporate legal advisors, and authorized tax practitioners across Pakistan.