Company Formation (SECP)
Private Limited, SMC, and Limited Company incorporation with SECP — handled by Lahore’s trusted corporate lawyer. Name reservation, MOA/AOA drafting, certificate of incorporation, and company NTN. Done in 5–7 working days.
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WHAT THIS SERVICE IS
Company Registration in Lahore — Built on the Right Foundation
Incorporating your company with SECP is the most important legal step a founder makes. It determines your liability, tax treatment, banking access, investor credibility, and long-term compliance obligations. As a corporate lawyer in Lahore and High Court Advocate, Advocate Inam Ur Rehman handles your incorporation end-to-end — from choosing the right structure to delivering your certificate of incorporation.
SECP company registration in Pakistan is fully digital via the eServices portal. The entire process — name reservation, MOA/AOA drafting, filing, and certificate — typically takes 5 to 7 working days from the date all documents are in order.
AT A GLANCE
Service Snapshot
| Service | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Authority | Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) | |
| Company Types | Private Limited (Pvt Ltd) · Single Member (SMC) · Limited Company | |
| Timeline | 5–7 Working Days from Complete Document Submission | |
| Mode | 100% Online via SECP eServices Portal — No Office Visit Required | |
| Minimum Directors | Pvt Ltd: 2 Directors · SMC: 1 Director (The Single Member) | |
| Minimum Capital | No Statutory Minimum · Typical Starting Capital: Rs. 100,000 | |
| Includes | Name Reservation · MOA/AOA Drafting · SECP Filing · Company NTN | |
| Handled By | Advocate Inam Ur Rehman — Corporate Lawyer in Lahore, LLM Gold Medalist | |
WHICH STRUCTURE IS RIGHT FOR YOU
Pvt Ltd vs SMC — Choose the Right Structure
The two most common SECP company types for startups and SMEs in Pakistan. Choose based on your founder count, investor plans, and liability requirements:
| Criteria | Private Limited (Pvt Ltd) | Single Member Company (SMC) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Members | 2 Shareholders · 2 Directors | 1 Shareholder · 1 Director |
| Maximum Members | 50 Shareholders | 1 Shareholder |
| Liability | Limited to Share Capital | Limited to Share Capital |
| Legal Status | Separate Legal Entity | Separate Legal Entity |
| Ideal For | Co-founders, Partners, SMEs | Solo Entrepreneurs |
| Minimum Capital | No Statutory Minimum (Rs. 100,000 Typical) | No Statutory Minimum |
| SECP Gov. Fee | From Rs. 1,800 (Online, Rs. 100K Capital) | Rs. 25,000 (Licensing Fee) |
| Timeline | 5–7 Working Days | 5–7 Working Days |
Free Structure Consultation
Not sure which structure fits you? Send us a WhatsApp message with your situation — solo founder, co-founders, investor coming in, or expanding an existing business. As a corporate lawyer in Lahore, we'll recommend the right entity type and explain the compliance implications before you commit to anything.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Everything We Handle — End to End
- Company name availability check — search SECP database for conflicts before reservation
- Name reservation with SECP — 3 proposed names checked and submitted in order of preference
- MOA drafting (Memorandum of Association) — sector-specific objects clause, not a generic template
- AOA drafting (Articles of Association) — governance structure tailored to your ownership and management
- Subscriber declarations and Form 1 / Form 9 preparation
- SECP e-filing of all incorporation documents through the eServices portal
- Government fee payment on your behalf — passed through at actual cost
- Certificate of Incorporation — delivered digitally and as a hard copy
- Company NTN registration with FBR — bundled by default
- First-year compliance calendar — what you must file with SECP and FBR, and when
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
What You'll Need
Have these ready before we start. If anything is missing, we’ll guide you:
All Directors & Shareholders — Core Documents
- CNIC (front and back) — clear scanned copies of all directors and shareholders
- Recent passport-size photograph of each director
- Active email address and mobile number of each director
- Residential address proof — utility bill or rent agreement
- NTN of each director/shareholder (we can arrange NTN registration if not already done)
Company-Level Requirements
- 3 proposed company names in order of preference — check SECP portal for availability first
- Nature of business / objects — what the company will actually do (we help draft this correctly)
- Proposed authorized capital — default is Rs. 100,000 (affects SECP government fee)
- Shareholding ratio between directors/shareholders
- Registered office address in Pakistan — owned or rented (utility bill / rent agreement required)
- Designation of CEO — at least one director must be designated as Chief Executive Officer
For Single Member Company (SMC) — Additional
- Form S1 — nomination of at least two nominee directors (in case of member's death)
- CNICs of nominee directors — must be named at the time of incorporation
OUR PROCESS
How We Register Your Company
1
Free Consultation
WhatsApp us. We confirm the right structure (Pvt Ltd or SMC), explain the compliance obligations, and send you a flat fee quote. No obligation.
2
Name Reservation
You give us 3 preferred names. We check SECP availability and submit the reservation. Name approval typically comes within the same working day.
3
Document Collection
We send you a precise checklist. You share scanned copies via WhatsApp or email. We verify everything before submission — no surprises at SECP.
4
MOA/AOA Drafting
We draft your Memorandum and Articles of Association tailored to your business sector and ownership structure — not a copy-paste template. This is where legal expertise matters.
5
SECP Filing
All forms and documents filed through SECP eServices. We track the application and respond to any SECP deficiency notices immediately.
6
Certificate Delivered + NTN Registered
Certificate of Incorporation issued by SECP (typically within 5–7 working days). Company NTN registered with FBR simultaneously. You get both digitally on WhatsApp.
POST-INCORPORATION COMPLIANCE
Annual Obligations After Registration
Registration is the beginning, not the end. Every SECP-registered company must meet these ongoing obligations. Missing them attracts penalties — IUR can manage all of these on a retainer:
| Compliance | Deadline | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Form A — Annual Return (SECP) | Within 30 Days of AGM | Lists Members, Directors & Share Capital |
| Form 29 — Change of Officers | Within 15 Days of Change | Required for Any Director, CEO or Secretary Change |
| Annual Financial Statements | Filed with Form A | Must Be Audited for Larger Companies |
| Income Tax Return (FBR) | 31 December Each Year | Company NTN Required — Separate from Directors |
| Beneficial Ownership Declaration | Ongoing — Update on Change | Required Under UBO Circular No. 21 of 2025 |
| AGM (Annual General Meeting) | Within 4 Months of Financial Year End | Mandatory Under the Companies Act, 2017 |
Don't Ignore Post-Incorporation Compliance
The most common mistake after incorporation: founders get the certificate and stop there. SECP penalties for missing Form A, Form 29, or financial statement filings can run into hundreds of thousands of rupees — and persistent non-compliance can lead to striking off the company. Ask us about our ongoing compliance retainer at the time of incorporation.
WHY CHOOSE IUR
Why IUR for Company Registration in Lahore
- High Court Advocate — MOA/AOA drafted by a lawyer, not a clerk. Protects you legally from day one
- Sector-specific drafting — objects clause written for your actual business, not a generic copy-paste
- Lahore-based corporate lawyer — knows SECP Lahore office, CRO jurisdiction, and common rejection reasons
- NTN bundled — company NTN registered with FBR as part of the package
- Transparent flat fee — quoted before work begins, government fees passed through at actual cost
- Same-day name reservation — fast turnaround from first WhatsApp to name approved
- Full post-incorporation support — annual returns, Form A/29, compliance calendar included at handover
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
A Private Limited Company requires at least 2 shareholders and 2 directors — ideal for co-founders, partners, and businesses with multiple stakeholders. A Single Member Company (SMC) has only 1 shareholder and 1 director — perfect for solo entrepreneurs who want limited liability without involving other shareholders. Both offer the same legal protection and SECP standing. The main difference is ownership structure.
From the day all documents are in order, 5 to 7 working days is the typical end-to-end timeline — name reservation (same day), SECP processing (3–5 days), certificate issuance (1–2 days). IUR submits applications the same day documents are received and tracks every stage. Delays are almost always caused by incomplete documents or name conflicts — both preventable with proper preparation.
No statutory minimum capital is required by SECP for a Private Limited Company. The standard starting capital is Rs. 100,000 (authorized share capital), which keeps SECP government fees at their lowest tier. You can choose a higher authorized capital if your business model or investor requirements demand it — but for most startups, Rs. 100,000 is the right starting point.
No — company NTN is a separate registration with FBR, distinct from directors' personal NTNs. However, IUR registers your company NTN with FBR as part of the incorporation package by default. By the time your certificate is in hand, your company NTN is usually issued too — ready for opening a corporate bank account and starting operations.
Yes — the entire process is 100% online. SECP's eServices portal is fully digital. We handle overseas clients, out-of-city clients, and expats regularly — entirely via WhatsApp. The registered office address must be in Pakistan (we advise on this), but the founders do not need to be physically present at any stage.
The Memorandum of Association (MOA) is your company's constitutional document — it defines what the company is legally permitted to do. The objects clause within the MOA lists your permitted business activities. If your company engages in an activity not listed in the objects clause, it is technically an ultra vires act and creates legal liability. A poorly drafted MOA from a template often causes problems years later when the business expands into new areas. IUR drafts sector-specific MOA/AOA — not a copy-paste template.
SECP imposes financial penalties for late or missing Form A, Form 29, and financial statement filings. Persistent non-compliance can result in the company being struck off the register — meaning your company ceases to legally exist, and restoring it is an expensive, time-consuming court process. IUR offers an ongoing compliance retainer to handle all post-incorporation filings so nothing gets missed.
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