What are the documents required to establish a company in Zambia?

The documents required to establish a company in Zambia are:

1. Application form for registration of the company: The application form for company establishment should include information such as the company's name, purpose, shareholders' information and management structure.

2. Trade registry document on which the company will be registered: This is the document required for the company to be registered in the trade registry. This document confirms the company's authority to carry out its business activities.

3. The founding constitution stating the purpose of the company: It is the document that determines the purpose of the company, its fields of activity and the rights of the shareholders.

4. A board of directors decision determining the company's management bodies: There must be a decision determining the company's management bodies and their duties.

5. Identity and address information of the company's shareholders: Documents containing the identity and address information of the company's shareholders must be submitted.

6. Company's tax registration and tax identification number: Documents proving that the company is a taxpayer must be submitted.

7. Company workplace certificate: A document documenting the workplace where the company will operate must be submitted.

8. Company work permit document: If you are a foreign company owner, you must obtain a work permit in Zambia. This document indicates that the company was founded by a foreign owner. In addition to these documents, other legal requirements must also be met for company establishment in Zambia. Therefore, it is important to seek professional support from a lawyer or local counsel.