Company Registrations
Company registration is the process of legally establishing a business as a separate entity under the laws of a specific country.
Descriptions
We guide you through the process of registering your business, making it easy and hassle-free. From choosing the right name to filing the necessary documents, we ensure a smooth start for your new company.
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We will do all the processing work for you. We will need the following information from you to fill out the documents needed to register your business:
- Name of the Company in Sinhala, Tamil & English (Also pronounciation of the Company Name)
- Details of Shareholders (Owner)
- Details of Directors (Signing Authority)
- Distribution of Shares
- Details of the Secretary (Legal works)
- Company e-mail
- Business activities company will undertake
- Permanent address of the business (Address proof if it's different from NIC address.)
Minimum of 1 shareholder and a maximum of 50 shareholders
A company doesn't need an office space or address when starting out. You can start with your home address, and if needed, you can change it later. Just make sure the
The company is managed by a Board of Directors. They are responsible for making important decisions and overseeing the company's activities. The rules for how the company is run are set out in the Articles of Association and follow the laws in the Companies Act. The Directors make sure the company operates according to these rules and regulations
Yes, annual returns must be filed at the Department of the Registrar of Companies. For a branch office, the parent company's annual financial statements must be filed with the Registrar of Companies.
- Act in good faith and in the best interests of the company.
- Ensure their actions do not violate the Companies Act.
- Avoid reckless or grossly negligent behavior and exercise the appropriate skill and care based on their knowledge and experience.
- Follow special duties and obligations if the company faces insolvency or significant capital loss.
- Fully disclose any personal interests related to transactions the company enters into, in line with their fiduciary duty.
You need to notify the Department of the Registrar of Companies by submitting the appropriate forms and paying any required fees for changes to the company’s address, directors, or other details.
Company registration in Sri Lanka typically takes around 2 weeks if all documents are in order.
Yes, every company in Sri Lanka (except certain small ones) must appoint a company secretary. You can contact us via our hotline - 011 45 41 100
At least one director, the company secretary, and the legal representative must be residents of the country, with the director being the primary resident requirement,
A private company needs at least one director, while a public company requires at least two directors.
A shareholder owns the company, while a director manages it.
There is no specific minimum capital requirement for most companies in Sri Lanka, but you may need to declare an amount based on the type of business.