Business setup,investment and corporate.
For local and foreign clients establishing, operating or restructuring businesses in Ethiopia.
What this areaincludes.
For local and foreign clients establishing, operating or restructuring businesses in Ethiopia.
- Company formation and registration
- Foreign-owned company establishment
- Branch and representative-office registration
- Trade-name and commercial registration
- Business and commercial licences
- Taxpayer Identification Number registration
- Investment permits and market-entry advisory
- Sector-specific permits and approvals
- Corporate governance and restructuring
- Share transfers and capital changes
- Regulatory compliance
- Corporate legal advisory and retainers
How each serviceworks.
6 services
01Company Setup and RegistrationEnd-to-end support for establishing a new business presence in Ethiopia.
How it works
Support may cover selecting an appropriate structure, preparing the required information and documents, coordinating applications, and guiding the client through registration and post-registration steps. The exact scope and professional fee are confirmed after reviewing the request.
Sub-services
- New local company registration
- Foreign-owned company setup
- Branch office setup
- Representative office setup
- Trade-name and registration support
- Post-registration guidance
02Investment Permit and Market Entry SupportLegal and practical assistance for local and foreign investors evaluating or establishing operations in Ethiopia.
How it works
The service helps clients understand investment requirements, prepare applications and supporting documents, coordinate with relevant authorities, and complete the required establishment steps. Relevant legal or business professionals are assigned according to the request.
Sub-services
- Investment-permit advisory and processing
- Market-entry orientation
- Investor documentation
- Capital-registration guidance
- Legal and regulatory coordination
- Incentives and duty-related guidance
- Local implementation support
03Commercial Registration, Business Licensing, TIN, and Regulatory PermitsAssistance with obtaining and maintaining the registrations, licences, tax identification, and sector permits required to operate in Ethiopia.
How it works
The assigned professional reviews the proposed business activity and legal structure, identifies the applicable authority requirements, prepares or reviews documents, and represents or assists the client during the relevant process. Government processing times remain outside AZAD's control.
Sub-services
- Commercial registration
- Trade-name registration
- Commercial or business licence
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
- Sector-specific licences and permits
- Renewals
- Amendments
- Regulatory follow-up
04Corporate Changes and GovernanceSupport for legally documenting and implementing changes within an existing company.
How it works
The service may include reviewing the proposed change, preparing corporate documents, guiding approvals, and supporting filings or updates with relevant authorities.
Sub-services
- Share transfers
- Capital changes
- Amendments
- Director or manager changes
- Registered-office changes
- Restructuring support
- Corporate resolutions
05Compliance and Corporate SupportOngoing legal and administrative support that helps a business maintain orderly records and meet applicable obligations.
How it works
After reviewing the client's needs, AZAD assigns a relevant professional to advise on recurring or one-time compliance matters. This is professional support, not an automated compliance guarantee.
Sub-services
- Corporate-record support
- Compliance reviews
- Renewal reminders
- Regulatory updates
- Document coordination
- Ongoing advisory retainers
06Legal Consultation and AdvisoryPractical legal guidance for individuals, entrepreneurs, investors, and established businesses operating in or entering Ethiopia.
How it works
The client submits a short description of the matter. An administrator reviews the request and assigns a suitable legal professional. The professional then follows up by email or telephone and, where needed, schedules a consultation.
Sub-services
- General legal consultation
- Commercial and corporate advice
- Regulatory guidance
- Legal research and written opinions
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