Company Registration in Nigeria

Business Entry Nigeria

Strategic Company Registration in Nigeria

Establishing a business in Nigeria requires navigating the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and complying with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020. Elidge Business Solutions CC handles the complexity of the registration process, ensuring your setup in Lagos, Abuja, or Port Harcourt is fast, secure, and fully legal.

CAC Accreditation

We facilitate your registration directly via the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) portal, ensuring swift name reservation and filing.

TIN & VAT Registration

Secure your Tax Identification Number (TIN) and Value Added Tax (VAT) registration from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).

NIPC Registration

We assist foreign-owned companies with mandatory registration at the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC).

SCUML Certification

Obtain your Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) certificate, essential for opening corporate bank accounts.

Nigeria Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for foreign investors entering the Nigerian market.

Private Limited Company (Ltd)

The most common structure. Liability limited to shares. Minimum share capital is N100,000 (for local) or N10,000,000 (for foreign).

Public Limited Company (PLC)

Suitable for large enterprises intending to raise capital from the public. Requires a minimum share capital of N2,000,000.

Business Name

The CAC Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Lagos

Efficient processing through the CAC Portal.

Name Availability

We conduct a name search and reservation on the CAC portal to ensure your desired company name is available.

CAC Filing

Submission of incorporation documents (Form CAC 1.1), Memorandum and Articles of Association.

Stamp Duty & TIN

Payment of stamp duties to FIRS and automatic generation of the Tax Identification Number (TIN).

Certificate Download

Downloading the electronic Certificate of Incorporation and Status Report to finalize registration.

Expert Insights

Nigeria Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Company registration with the CAC typically takes 3 to 7 working days, depending on portal availability.

Yes, foreign investors can own 100% of a company in Nigeria, provided they register with the NIPC.

Foreign-owned companies must have a minimum share capital of N10,000,000 to be eligible for NIPC registration and Business Permits.

The Tax Identification Number (TIN) is a unique number issued by the FIRS for all tax purposes. It is now generated automatically upon incorporation.

Yes, a verifiable physical address in Nigeria is required for CAC registration. Virtual offices are sometimes accepted but physical is preferred for banks.

Companies Income Tax (CIT) is 0% for small companies (turnover < N25m), 20% for medium (N25m-N100m), and 30% for large companies (> N100m).

The Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) certificate is mandatory for Designated Non-Financial Institutions (DNFI) to open bank accounts.

Yes, once you have your CAC Certificate, Status Report, and TIN, you can open a corporate bank account.

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