Company registration in Tanzania: business setup and incorporation services

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Company Registration in Tanzania

Available Africa

3-4 weeks

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Processing Time

3-4 weeks

Corporate Tax

30%

Foreign Ownership

100% Allowed

Remote Setup

Available

Tanzania 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

Tax rates

30%

Corporate

30%

Personal

10-15%

Dividend

Special taxation terms & incentives

• Standard corporate income tax rate is 30%. • EPZ and SEZ investors receive a 10-year income tax holiday on export sales (exporting at least 80% of production). • New pharmaceutical or leather manufacturers with a performance agreement pay 20% for the first 5 years. • Assemblers of vehicles, tractors, and fishing boats with an agreement pay 10% for the first 5 years. • Newly listed companies (25%+ on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange) pay 25% for the first 3 years.

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Tanzania 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

Basic Registration $5,040 one-time

Additional Services

Virtual Office $360 /year

Accounting $240 /month

Visas & Residency

Residence Visa $1,300 one-time

What's included in Tanzania registration

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

How to register a company in Tanzania

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

Tanzania: common questions

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

Registration typically takes 3-4 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 Tanzania?

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 Tanzania 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 $5,040 for the base registration scope. Your quote confirms any route-specific fees.

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