Doing Business in Tanzania – A Complete Guide

Tanzania offers a growing economy and a strategic location for investors and entrepreneurs.
If you are planning to start a business in Tanzania, our team provides comprehensive services to help you through every stage of the process. We assist with company registration, partnership formation, and sole proprietorship registration, ensuring compliance with Tanzanian laws and regulations.
The most common and recommended way of doing business in Tanzania is by establishing a company. Below are the key steps to register a company in Tanzania:
The registration process begins with BRELA (Business Registration and Licensing Agency), the official company registrar in Tanzania. This involves:
- Choosing the type of company (Private Company Limited by Shares, Private Company Limited by Guarantee, Public Company Limited by Shares, or Unlimited Private Company)
- Selecting a unique company name and reserving it with BRELA
- Drafting and submitting the Memorandum & Articles of Association, including details of shareholding structure, shareholders, first directors, and registered office address
- Appointing a company secretary as per legal requirements
After obtaining your Certificate of Incorporation, you must register for a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) with the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA).
The final step is securing a business license, either from the Municipal Council or BRELA, depending on your business activities.
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Company Registration in Tanzania –
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Looking to register a company in Tanzania or start a business as a foreign investor or local? Our professional team specializes in business registration services in Tanzania, ensuring your company is set up quickly, legally, and hassle-free.
We handle everything – from preparing legal documents to obtaining all necessary approvals – so you can focus on growing your business. Whether you need company incorporation, business name registration, or advice on Tanzanian investment laws, we provide a complete, step-by-step guide tailored to your needs.
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