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Company Registration Fee in Pakistan – Updated Rates for 2025

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Introduction

Registering a company in Pakistan in 2025 involves understanding the updated fee structure issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) under the Companies Act, 2017. With separate charges for electronic (online) and manual (offline) submissions—and capital-based fee slabs—the process can be confusing. This guide walks you through the latest SECP fee schedule in detail, helping businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs plan their budgets accurately.

Revised Fee Structure Effective April 21, 2025

From April 21, 2025, SECP implemented a revised fee structure for company registration and related document submissions. The update highlights a clear difference between manual and electronic submission fees, with manual often costing two times or more than online submissions. Most fees, including incorporation and conversions, follow this pattern. Profit by Pakistan TodayBusiness Recorder

For example, registering a new company via electronic submission costs PKR 20,000, while manual submission is PKR 33,000. These rates also apply when converting a share-capital company into one limited by guarantee. Profit by Pakistan TodayBusiness Recorder

Name Reservation Fees

Under SECP’s SRO 1806(I)/2024, name reservation fees have significantly increased. The electronic reservation fee is now PKR 1,000 (up from PKR 200), and the manual fee has risen from PKR 500 to PKR 2,000. ProPakistaniceotimes.netBloom Pakistan

Incorporation Fee – Authorized Capital Basis

Fees for incorporation vary based on the company’s authorized capital and submission method.

Capital-based Slabs :

  • Name reservation fee: PKR 1,000

  • Incorporation fee (Private Limited & SMC):

    • Up to PKR 100,000: Online PKR 5,500; Offline PKR 10,000

    • For each additional PKR 100,000 (up to 5B): PKR 770 per slab

    • Above 5B: PKR 165 per additional PKR 100,000 slab

  • Section 42 (non-profit): Incorporation fee Online PKR 27,500; Offline PKR 55,000. License fee: PKR 150,000. My Blog

Additional Perspective:

  • Online vs Offline breakdown for incorporation based on capital slabs (with examples):

    • Up to PKR 100,000: Online PKR 1,500; Offline PKR 3,000 (note this differs—likely outdated or alternative source)

    • Higher capital tiers follow scaled increments

  • Public company and non-profit company fees higher than private companies

  • Filing Memorandum & Articles: Online PKR 500; Offline PKR 1,000

  • Additional charges apply for certified true copies, urgent processing, name change etc.

  • Stamp duty applies per province, e.g. Punjab PKR 0.40 per PKR 1,000 capital. Medium

Discrepancies & Reminder

Different sources provide slightly varying fee structures—always refer to the official SECP fee calculator for accuracy. SECP

Additional Filing & Registration Fees

According to Legalpoint.pk:

  • eZfile portal user registration: PKR 200 (one-time)

  • Company registration fee based on authorized capital:

    • Up to PKR 100,000: Online PKR 2,200; Offline PKR 5,000

    • Additional capital up to 5B: PKR 700 per slab (same for online/offline)

    • Above 5B: PKR 165 per slab

  • Section 42 companies: Registration Online PKR 27,500; Offline PKR 55,000; License PKR 150,000

  • Filing statutory forms/returns: Online PKR 1,000; Offline PKR 1,500

  • Application Fees for corporate actions (name change, capital change, conversions, ESOP, AGM extension): Online fees range from PKR 2,500 to 25,000; Offline double often. Legal Point

Foreign Companies

Foreign companies registering in Pakistan (liaison, branch, subsidiary) face fees of PKR 11,000 for electronic filing and PKR 22,000 for manual submission, for documents like charter or memorandum. Profit by Pakistan TodayBusiness Recorder

Why Online Submission Saves You Money

Across the board, electronic submissions cost significantly less than manual ones. The updated fee structure is designed to encourage digital filing: lower costs, faster processing, and fewer logistical hurdles. Profit by Pakistan TodayBusiness RecorderBloom Pakistan

Summary Table (Key Fee Points)

(Compile final formatting yourself; here’s the data to use)

  • Name Reservation: Online PKR 1,000 / Offline PKR 2,000

  • Incorporation (capital ≤100K): Online PKR 5,500 or 2,200 / Offline PKR 10,000 or 5,000

  • Incorporation increments: Online PKR 700 / Offline PKR 700; Above 5B: PKR 165

  • Section 42 Company: Online PKR 27,500 / Offline PKR 55,000; License PKR 150,000

  • Filing statutory forms: Online PKR 1,000 / Offline PKR 1,500

  • Foreign company filing: Online PKR 11,000 / Offline PKR 22,000

  • eZfile portal registration: PKR 200 one-time fee

Conclusion

In 2025, SECP’s updated fee structure places a strong emphasis on online submissions with lower rates across the board. From name reservation to incorporation, whether you’re a private, public, or non-profit company, the fee slabs reflect both capital size and method of filing. Be sure to consult the SECP’s official calculator for exact figures and keep budget cushions for provincial duties or professional assistance.

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