Which Government Authorities Oversee Company Registration In Pakistan?

Hamza & Hamza Law Associates14 Feb, 2025Legal

In Pakistan, company registration is overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), which regulates incorporation, compliance, and corporate governance under the Companies Act, 2017. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) also handles tax registration, while the Excise and Taxation Department oversees provincial business registrations. For specialized businesses, sector-specific regulators like the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) may also be involved.