Company Registration in Botswana

Business Entry Botswana

Strategic Company Registration in Botswana

Establishing a business in Botswana requires compliance with the Companies Act and utilizing the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA). Elidge Business Solutions CC handles the complexity of the OBRS (Online Business Registration System) and tax compliance with the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS), ensuring your setup in Gaborone is fast, secure, and fully legal.

CIPA OBRS Filing

We facilitate your registration directly with the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA), securing your Certificate of Incorporation.

BURS Tax Registration

Secure your Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) as part of our comprehensive setup package.

Company Secretary

We provide or assist in appointing a qualified Company Secretary, a mandatory requirement for all companies in Botswana.

Trading License

We assist with obtaining the necessary Trading License from the local Council or Municipality to commence operations legally.

Botswana Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for foreign investors entering the Botswana economy.

Proprietary Limited (Pty Ltd)

The standard private company structure. Liability is limited to shares. Requires at least one director resident in Botswana (or a resident secretary).

Public Company

Suitable for larger entities intending to raise capital from the public. Subject to stricter filing and audit requirements.

External Company

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The CIPA Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Gaborone

Efficient processing through the Online Business Registration System.

Name Reservation

We conduct a name search on the CIPA OBRS portal to ensure your proposed business name is unique and reserve it.

Company Registration

Submission of the application for incorporation, including shareholder and director details, via the OBRS.

BURS Tax Registration

Registration with the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) to obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN).

Licensing

Application for a Trading License from the local Council or a specific sector license if required.

Expert Insights

Botswana Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Company registration via CIPA’s OBRS is very fast and can often be completed within 24 hours to a few days.

Yes, foreign investors can own 100% of a company in Botswana, although some specific trading licenses are reserved for citizens.

There is no statutory minimum capital for a private company, but a nominal amount (e.g., BWP 100) is usually declared.

The Tax Identification Number (TIN) is issued by BURS and is mandatory for all company tax obligations.

Yes, a registered physical address in Botswana is required for licensing and inspections by the Council.

The standard corporate tax rate is 22%. Manufacturing and IFSC companies may qualify for a reduced rate of 15%.

Yes, English is the official language for business. All legal documents must be submitted in English.

Yes, appointing a qualified Company Secretary is mandatory for all companies registered in Botswana.

Yes, once the company is registered, you can open a corporate bank account with local banks in Botswana.

Scale Your Business in Botswana

Start your journey in one of Africa’s most stable economies. Get your Certificate of Incorporation and TIN with Elidge’s expert local assistance in Gaborone.

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