Company Incorporation & Business Registration in Nigera
Register Your Business in Nigeria
REN Attorneys provides comprehensive business registration services in Nigeria, handling the process from start to finish on behalf of our clients. We assist with the registration of Business Names, Limited Liability Companies and other corporate structures, including preparation and filing of the required documents. We also assist with relevant post-registration requirements and regulatory registrations, ensuring that your business is properly registered and ready to operate.
Post-Incorporation Compliance.
Annual Returns
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Regulatory Filings
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Alterations after incorporation
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FAQs
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A Business Name is essentially a registered trading name used by an individual or a group of individuals to carry on business. It does not create a separate legal personality from its owner(s). This means that the owner may be personally liable for the debts and obligations of the business.
A Limited Liability Company, on the other hand, is a separate legal entity from its shareholders. The company can own property, enter into contracts, sue and be sued in its own name. Generally, the shareholders' liability is limited to the amount they have agreed to contribute to the company.
What is the difference between a Business Name and Limited Liability Company?
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Can a foreigner own a company in Nigeria?
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Yes. A foreigner can own a company in Nigeria, including owning 100% of the shares, provided the proposed business is in a sector open to foreign investment. The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) expressly states that foreign nationals may own up to 100% equity in Nigerian businesses, except businesses on the restricted “Negative List.”
A foreign investor can therefore incorporate a Nigerian company through the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) without necessarily having a Nigerian shareholder. After incorporation, a company with foreign participation will generally need to register its investment with NIPC and obtain any applicable Business
How long does it take to register a company in Nigeria?
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Registering a company in Nigeria can be completed relatively quickly, particularly because the process is now conducted online through the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
The CAC currently provides a 24-working-hour processing timeline for company registrations, once it has received all required documents and the application is complete and compliant.
However, the overall time may vary depending on factors such as name availability, completeness of the documentation, payment of the required fees, and whether the CAC raises a query on the application.
What registrations are required after incorporating a company?
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Incorporating a company with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is only the first step in setting up a business in Nigeria. Depending on the nature of the business, ownership structure and activities of the company, additional registrations, licences and permits may be required before the company can lawfully commence operations.