Company Registration in Tanzania

Business Entry Tanzania

Strategic Company Registration in Tanzania

Establishing a business in Tanzania requires full compliance with the Companies Act 2002. Elidge Business Solutions CC handles the complexity of the Business Registrations and Licensing Agency (BRELA) and tax setup with the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), ensuring your setup in Dar es Salaam is fast, secure, and fully legal.

BRELA Registry Filing

We facilitate your registration directly with the Business Registrations and Licensing Agency (BRELA), securing your Certificate of Incorporation.

TIN Tax Registration

Secure your Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) as part of our comprehensive setup package.

Business Licensing

We assist in obtaining the mandatory Business License (Category A or B) from the Ministry of Industry and Trade or local government authorities.

Investment Certificate

Guidance on obtaining a Certificate of Incentives from the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) for qualifying investors.

Tanzania Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for foreign investors entering the Tanzanian economy.

Private Limited Company

The standard choice for most businesses. Shareholders have limited liability. Requires at least two shareholders.

Public Company

Suitable for large enterprises intending to raise capital from the public. Subject to stricter governance rules.

Foreign Company Branch

Open a Branch →

The BRELA Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Dar es Salaam

Efficient processing through the Online Registration System (ORS).

Name Clearance

We conduct a name search and clearance on the BRELA ORS to ensure your proposed business name is unique.

Incorporation Filing

Submission of the Memorandum and Articles of Association via the Online Registration System (ORS).

TIN Registration

Application for the Tax Identification Number (TIN) at the nearest TRA regional office.

Business License

Application and issuance of the business license from the Ministry of Industry and Trade or Municipal Council.

Expert Insights

Tanzania Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Company registration with BRELA typically takes between 3 to 7 days via the Online Registration System.

Yes, foreign investors can own 100% of a company in Tanzania, subject to minimum investment capital requirements for TIC incentives.

There is no statutory minimum capital for private companies, but TIC requires a minimum of $500,000 for foreign investors seeking incentives.

The Tax Identification Number (TIN) is a mandatory 9-digit number issued by the TRA for all tax purposes.

Yes, a physical address is required for TRA verification before the TIN and Business License can be issued.

The standard corporate income tax rate in Tanzania is 30% on taxable profits.

Yes, English is the official language for business. Legal documents (Memorandum & Articles) are submitted in English.

A local director is not strictly mandatory for registration, but having a resident director facilitates tax and banking procedures.

Yes, once the company is incorporated and you have a TIN, you can open a corporate bank account with any licensed bank.

Scale Your Business in Tanzania

Start your journey in East Africa. Get your Certificate of Incorporation and TIN with Elidge’s expert local assistance in Dar es Salaam.

Start Registration Now