Self-employment is booming in Pakistan as IT and IT-enabled exports hit a record $4.5 billion in FY2025-26, and freelancers alone earned over $1 billion for the first time, which is roughly a quarter of that total according to the State Bank of Pakistan. The Oxford Internet Institute now ranks Pakistan fourth in the world for
Many businesses in Pakistan face issues when others use their brand names, logos, or slogans without permission. This can harm reputation and cause financial loss. Therefore, every brand needs legal protection to differentiate itself and safeguard its identity from imitation. Trademark registration in Pakistan ensures your brand is legally protected under the Trademarks Ordinance, 2001.
According to the Seventh Schedule of the Companies Act 2017, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has the authority to regulate company registration fees in Pakistan. Do you want to know the exact registration fees and SECP fee schedule for your specific business structure in Pakistan? The registration fees and other associated costs
Pakistan’s IT industry is growing at the fastest pace in South Asia, with IT exports crossing USD 3 billion and, according to Business Recorder, over 10,000 registered IT companies operating nationwide. In this rapidly scaling ecosystem, PSEB (Pakistan Software Export Board) registration has become essential for software houses, call centers, startups, and freelancers seeking credibility,
Are you excited to start your business in Pakistan in 2026, but are confused about which documents are necessary for company registration? Many entrepreneurs face delays, rejections, or even penalties because they do not prepare the right documents before starting the registration process. At Company Enrolla, we help entrepreneurs collect and submit the right documents
Taxes are an integral part of Pakistan’s fiscal accountability and transparency. However, people and business entities are confused about when they are required to pay taxes. One of the common challenges includes a lack of awareness about what a Tax Identification Number (TIN) is, who needs it, and what its application procedure is. The taxpayer
Every individual and business in Pakistan needs to pay taxes, as it is not only a legal duty but also a sign of being a responsible citizen. However, individuals and businesses face challenges in fulfilling their tax obligations because they will only be declared a registered person if they are assigned a National Tax Number
During the process of business registration in Pakistan, one key decision is choosing the right legal structure for your company. Entrepreneurs and investors are unsure which company type suits their business goals best, especially when trying to meet legal and regulatory requirements under the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). A single wrong decision
To register a private limited company in Pakistan, you must first reserve a company name with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), prepare and submit incorporation documents through SECP’s eServices portal, pay the prescribed registration fee, and obtain a Certificate of Incorporation. Once the company is registered, it must also be enrolled with
To register a company in Pakistan, you must choose a business structure, reserve a company name with SECP, prepare and submit incorporation documents, and obtain mandatory registrations such as NTN and, where applicable, sales tax. Although starting a company in Pakistan is a smart business move, the registration process can quickly become confusing if the
