Company Registration Process in Nepal: Step-by-Step Guide 2082/83

Quick Answer

Company registration in Nepal is done through the Office of Company Registrar (OCR). The process takes about 3-5 working days for online applications.

Introduction

This guide explains the complete company registration process in Nepal for fiscal year 2082/83. Foreigners can also register companies in Nepal.

Types of Companies in Nepal

Private Limited (LLC)

• Minimum paid-up capital: Rs 1 lakh
• Minimum shareholders: 1
• Maximum shareholders: 101

Public Limited (PLC)

• Minimum paid-up capital: Rs 1 crore
• Minimum shareholders: 7

NGO Registration

• Minimum members: 5 (including 1 female)
• No capital requirement

Sole Proprietorship

• Single owner
• Register at Gharelu or Banijya Bibhag

Pre-Registration Process

1. Choose company name - Must be unique and not similar to existing companies
2. Prepare MOA and AOA - Define company objectives and rules

Company Registration Steps

Step 1: Name Approval

Submit proposed company name to OCR. Wait for approval before proceeding.

Step 2: Submit Documents

Submit MOA, AOA, application, and citizenship to Company Registrar’s Office.

Step 3: Pay Fees

Registration fees are currently free for all company types.

Step 4: Get Certificate

Receive Certificate of Incorporation after approval.

Required Documents

S.N.	Documents	Copies
1.	Application for registration	1
2.	MOA (Memorandum of Association)	2
3.	AOA (Article of Association)	2
4.	Power of Attorney	1
5.	Owner’s citizenship (Notarized)	1
6.	POA Citizenship	1

Post-Registration Process

Get PAN/VAT

Register at Inland Revenue Department for business taxes.

Open Bank Account

Required for business transactions and deposits.

Minimum Capital Requirements

Company Type	Amount (NPR)
Public Company	1,00,00,000
Private Company	1,00,000
NGO	No capital required

Benefits of Company Registration

• Legal Protection - Limited liability for shareholders
• Government Contracts - Eligible for tenders
• Bank Accounts - Easy business banking
• Investor Trust - More credible for funding

Common Challenges

• Gathering all required documents
• Navigating government offices
• Bureaucratic delays

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