Launch in DR Congo

Register your company in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), a vast country with immense natural resources and significant economic potential. DR Congo offers opportunities in sectors such as mining, agriculture, forestry, and infrastructure development. The country's strategic location in Central Africa, with access to multiple regional economic communities, makes it an attractive destination for businesses looking to tap into the broader African market. Recent economic reforms and efforts to improve the business climate are enhancing DR Congo's appeal to foreign investors.

Sidebrief offers the following services to facilitate company registration and establishment in DR Congo:

Registration Services
1. Company Name Reservation: Assistance with securing an approved company name.
2. Document Preparation: Preparation of all necessary incorporation documents in compliance with DR Congo regulations.
3. Regulatory Filing: Submission of all required documents to the Guichet Unique de Création d'Entreprise (GUCE).
4. Share Capital Setup: Guidance on establishing the share structure.

Post-Registration Services
5. Tax Registration: Assistance with obtaining a tax identification number from the Direction Générale des Impôts.
6. Bank Account Facilitation: Assistance with the corporate bank account opening process.
7. Registered Office Address: Provision of a registered office address service.

Compliance Services
8. Licenses and Permits: Support in obtaining necessary business licenses and permits.

Additional Services
- Annual Financial Statement Filing
- Company Secretary Service
- Local Director Service
- Investment Promotion Support

To register a company in DR Congo, the following items are typically required:
1. Proposed Company Name: The name must be unique and not similar to existing company names.
2. Registered Office Address: A physical address in DR Congo where official communications can be sent.
3. Details of Directors:
   - At least one director is required
   - Name, date of birth, nationality, occupation, and residential address
   - Copies of passports or national IDs for all directors
4. Details of Shareholders:
   - At least one shareholder is required (can be the same as the director)
   - Name, nationality, and residential address
   - Copies of passports or national IDs for all shareholders
5. Share Capital Information:
   - Minimum capital requirement (varies by company type)
   - Number of shares to be issued
   - Value of each share
6. Articles of Association (Statuts): The company's constitution outlining its structure and regulations.
7. Notarial Declaration of Subscription and Payment
8. Identification Documents:
   - Notarized/certified copies of passports or national IDs for all directors and shareholders
9. Criminal Records for Directors (less than 3 months old)
10. Proof of Address for Directors and Shareholders

After registration, you will receive:
- Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM) Number
- Articles of Association (Statuts)
- Tax Identification Number
- National Identification Number