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Standard business registration typically takes 3-5 business days once all required documents are submitted.
You need a valid ID, memorandum of association, articles of association, and proof of physical address. See our document checklist for a complete list.
Yes, foreign nationals can register businesses in Uganda. However, certain sectors may have restrictions or require minimum local partnership.
The minimum investment varies by sector. For most sectors, the minimum is USD 100,000, but this can be lower for certain priority sectors.
Investment incentives are applied for through the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) along with your investment license application.
Priority sectors include agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, ICT, mining, and energy. Each offers different incentive packages.
You should register for taxes immediately after business registration or before starting operations, whichever comes first.
Common tax obligations include Corporate Income Tax, PAYE (if you have employees), and VAT (if turnover exceeds UGX 150 million annually).
Apply for TIN at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) offices or online through their portal with your business registration certificate.
If you have an urgent issue that requires immediate attention, please call our emergency support line. Available 24/7 for critical business matters.
Emergency Hotline: +256 800 911 911