Company registration in Laos: business setup and incorporation services

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Company Registration in Laos

Available Asia

5-6 weeks

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Processing Time

5-6 weeks

Corporate Tax

20%

Foreign Ownership

100% Allowed

Remote Setup

Available

Laos offers excellent opportunities for international businesses. We connect you with trusted local partners who handle every step of the company registration process, ensuring compliance with all local regulations.

Onshore developing 100% Foreign Ownership Remote Setup Remote Banking

Tax rates

20%

Corporate

Personal

10-14%

Dividend

Special taxation terms & incentives

• Standard CIT is 20%, but promoted activities and priority sectors qualify for profit tax holidays. • Zone-based exemptions: Zone 1 (remote) up to 10 years (plus 5 for some sectors); Zone 2 up to 4 years (plus 3). • Special Economic Zones offer the most favorable regime with their own longer holidays (consolidated December 2024). • Exemptions or reductions of state land rental and concession fees for promoted projects. • Customs duty and import tax exemptions on machinery and raw materials used directly in production.

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Laos registration services & pricing

Transparent pricing: each price is the base scope for that service, including its government registration and agent fees. Route-specific authority or ongoing costs, if any, are confirmed in your written quote before you pay.

Incorporation

Agent/Service company for payments included license $6,500 one-time

Trading company included licenses $8,700 one-time

Additional Services

Accounting $300 /month

Banking

Bank Account $390 one-time

Visas & Residency

Residence Visa $650 one-time

What's included in Laos registration

Company registration with local authorities
Business license
Company seal/stamp
Certificate of incorporation
Basic compliance setup

How to register a company in Laos

Submit Application

Upload your documents online

Document Review

We verify everything is in order

Government Filing

We handle all official submissions

Company Ready

We forward the documents issued by the registry

Laos: common questions

How long does it take to register a company in Laos?

Registration typically takes 5-6 weeks once your documents are complete. Actual timing depends on the registry and the route for your activity; we confirm it in your quote.

Can foreigners own 100% of a company in Laos?

Foreign ownership is generally permitted, but rules can depend on the activity, the route and the legal structure. Some jurisdictions also require a local director or company secretary. We check what applies to your case before you start.

Can I register a company in Laos remotely?

In many cases the registration steps can be completed remotely. Some routes, authorities or banks may still ask for an in-person step; we tell you before you commit.

Does company registration include a bank account?

No. Company registration and banking are separate. We support bank account applications through licensed partners; the bank decides on approval, documents and timing.

Ready to register your company?

Get started today and we'll guide you through every step of the process. Starting from $6,500 for the base registration scope. Your quote confirms any route-specific fees.

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