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From name reservation at the Registry to the final business licensing (License), incorporating a company in Mozambique requires deep knowledge of the current Commercial Code. The support of a specialized consultant not only speeds up the process by weeks but ensures the chosen legal structure supports growth and the entry of new investors.
Lda vs S.A: The first big dilemma
The choice between a Limited Liability Company (Lda) and a Joint-Stock Company (S.A) impacts the partners' liability and the ease of raising capital:
- Limited Liability Company (Lda): Generally preferred by SMEs. A more closed structure where the transfer of quotas requires the consent of the other partners.
- Joint-Stock Company (S.A): Ideal for scalable projects. Capital is divided into freely transferable shares, which attracts institutional investors. Requires a more rigorous oversight regime (Fiscal Council).
Incorporation Roadmap (6 Steps to Success)
- Name Reservation: Obtaining the Negative Certificate at the Commercial Registry.
- Social Pact: Meticulous drafting of the statutes that will govern the company's life.
- Notarial Formalization: Signing the public deed or authenticated private document.
- Final Commercial Registry: Assignment of the final Legal Entity Number.
- Tax Registration (NUIT): Registration with the Tax Authority and choice of VAT regime.
- Licensing and Labor: Obtaining the License at the BAU and official communication to the Ministry of Labor.
At SD&MP, we offer a "turnkey service" for national and foreign investors. We take care of all the bureaucracy so your focus remains entirely on your new business strategy.
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