Company Registration in Djibouti

Business Entry Djibouti

Strategic Company Registration in Djibouti

Establishing a business in Djibouti requires navigating the Office Djiboutien de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale (ODPIC). Elidge Business Solutions CC handles the complexity of the one-stop shop (Guichet Unique), ensuring your setup in Djibouti City is fast, secure, and fully compliant with the Djiboutian Commercial Code.

ODPIC One-Stop Shop

We facilitate your registration directly with the ODPIC (Guichet Unique), securing your RCCM and NIF efficiently.

NIF Tax Registration

Secure your Numéro d’Identification Fiscale (NIF) from the Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) as part of our setup package.

Social Security (CNSS)

We handle mandatory employer registration with the Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale (CNSS).

Local Notary Support

Access our network of local Notaries for the mandatory filing of statutes and the declaration of capital subscription.

Djiboutian Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for foreign investors utilizing Djibouti as a gateway to East Africa.

SARL (Limited Liability)

The standard choice for SMEs. Minimum capital is 1,000,000 DJF. Liability is limited to contributions.

SA (Public Limited Company)

Suitable for larger investments. Requires a minimum capital of 5,000,000 DJF and a board of directors.

Branch Registration

Establish a local branch for your foreign corporation to execute contracts and operate in Djibouti.

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The ODPIC Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Djibouti

Efficient processing through the Guichet Unique.

Capital Deposit

Opening a bank account to deposit the initial share capital and obtaining a deposit certificate.

Statutes Drafting

Drafting and notarizing the company statutes with a local Notary Public in Djibouti.

ODPIC Lodgement

Submission to the ODPIC One-Stop Shop for RCCM (Commercial Registry) registration.

Tax & Publication

Obtaining the NIF, publishing the legal notice in “La Nation”, and registering with CNSS.

Expert Insights

Djibouti Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Through the ODPIC One-Stop Shop, company registration typically takes about 3 to 7 working days.

Yes, foreign investors can generally own 100% of a company in Djibouti.

The minimum share capital for a SARL is 1,000,000 DJF (approx. $5,600).

The NIF (Numéro d’Identification Fiscale) is the tax identification number issued by the DGI.

Yes, a registered physical address in Djibouti is required for the RCCM and business license (Patente).

The standard corporate tax rate is 25%, though minimum tax payments apply based on turnover.

Yes. French is the official language for business. Legal documents must be in French or translated by a sworn translator.

The RCCM (Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier) is the official trade register number.

Yes, using a Notary is mandatory for drafting and filing company statutes in Djibouti.

Yes, a local bank account is required to block the share capital before registration can proceed.

Scale Your Business in Djibouti

Start your journey in the Horn of Africa. Get your RCCM and NIF with Elidge’s expert local assistance in Djibouti City.

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