As a leading global corporate services provider, we can help you with company registration in Zambia. Our expert team of multicultural professionals can assist you in setting up your business with our in-house expertise and extensive network of partners.
To help you choose the best type of company entity for your needs, we have created an ‘at a glance’ table for Zambia that offers a clear and concise overview of entity formation options. This table provides key information on the formation process, requirements, and timelines for different entity types in Zambia. It serves as a valuable resource for those looking to expand into the region, or set up a new business entity here.
At a glance entity types in Zambia
| Key information | Limited Liability Company | Representative Office | Free Zone Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequently used for | All purposes | Marketing and research | Manufacturing / export trading |
| Minimum capitalisation | US $600 | US $1 | US $600 |
| Limited liability | Yes | No | Yes |
| Lead time incorporation | One month | Two months | Three months |
| Lead time account opening | One month | One month | One month |
| Taxation | 30% | No income | 0% for years 1 to 5, 15% for years 6 to 8, 22.5% years 9 and 10, 30% thereafter |
| Resident management | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cost indication without account opening US$ | $13,115 | $15,000 | Request a quote |
| Cost indication with account opening US$ | $18,065 | $19,950 | Request a quote |
Any estimates published on Hawksford’s website set out indicative fees for entity formation, tax/VAT registration, a registered office address and estimated government filing fees. They do not include fees for additional services that may be required such as resident directors, licences for regulated activities, bank account setup, initial capital or other third-party charges. Actual setup costs can vary widely depending on the entity type, business activities, and structure. Terms and conditions apply. For a detailed, tailored quote, please contact us.
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