Company Registration in Uganda

Business Entry Uganda

Strategic Company Registration in Uganda

Establishing a business in Uganda requires full compliance with the Companies Act 2012. Elidge Business Solutions CC handles the complexity of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) and tax compliance with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), ensuring your setup in Kampala is fast, secure, and fully legal.

URSB Registry Filing

We facilitate your registration directly with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), securing your Certificate of Incorporation.

TIN Tax Registration

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

Social Security (NSSF)

We handle mandatory employer registration with the National Social Security Fund (NSSF).

Investment License

Guidance on obtaining an Investment License from the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) for foreign investors.

Uganda Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for foreign investors entering the Ugandan economy.

Private Limited Company

The standard choice for most businesses. Liability is limited to shares held. Requires at least one director and shareholder.

Public Limited Company

Suitable for large enterprises intending to offer shares to the public. Subject to stricter governance.

Foreign Company Branch

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The URSB Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Kampala

Efficient processing through the Uganda Registration Services Bureau.

Name Reservation

We conduct a name search at the URSB to ensure your proposed business name is available and reserve it.

Document Filing

Submission of the Memorandum and Articles of Association and required forms (Form A1, S18, etc.) to URSB.

Assessment & Payment

Assessment of registration fees and stamp duty, followed by payment at a designated bank.

Incorporation & TIN

Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation by URSB, which is often linked with the issuance of a TIN.

Expert Insights

Uganda Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Company registration with URSB typically takes between 2 to 5 working days if all documents are in order.

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

There is no statutory minimum capital for private companies, but foreign investors seeking a UIA Investment License must meet a $250,000 threshold.

The Tax Identification Number (TIN) is a mandatory number issued by the URA for all tax purposes and business transactions.

Yes, a registered physical address in Uganda is required for incorporation and inspection before trading license issuance.

The standard corporation tax rate in Uganda is 30% of taxable income.

Yes, English is the official language. All legal documents (Memorandum & Articles) must be in English.

NSSF is the National Social Security Fund. Registration is mandatory for employers to contribute to employee pensions.

Yes, once the company is incorporated and you have a TIN and Trading License, you can open a corporate bank account.

Scale Your Business in Uganda

Start your journey in the Pearl of Africa. Get your Certificate of Incorporation and TIN with Elidge’s expert local assistance in Kampala.

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