Business Setup, Company Registration, Advisory & Support Services for Foreign Companies in Pakistan
Our International Desk provides complete business setup and advisory services in Pakistan for foreign companies — covering company registration, tax compliance, banking and profit repatriation, visa facilitation, and ongoing regulatory support. We help global businesses expand confidently into the Pakistani market
1. Why Set Up Your Business in Pakistan?
Pakistan is rapidly becoming a prime destination for foreign companies and international investors seeking cost-effective business expansion, tax incentives, and access to emerging markets. Whether you’re entering Asia for the first time or expanding your global footprint, Pakistan offers:
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Strategic Location & Trade Access: Positioned at the gateway of South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East with access to China and Gulf markets.
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Favorable Investment Policies: 100% foreign ownership allowed in many sectors, tax exemptions, repatriation of profits, and ease of doing business improvements.
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Low-Cost Skilled Workforce: Abundant English-speaking professionals in accounting, engineering, IT, and back-office support.
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Tech & Startup Growth: A booming digital ecosystem ideal for tech-driven ventures, SaaS companies, and e-commerce expansion.
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Growing Consumer Market: A young population of 240+ million and rising middle class drives domestic demand across sectors.
2. How We Help Foreigners Register and Succeed in Pakistan
At Usman Rasheed & Co., our International Desk provides complete business setup solutions in Pakistan for foreigners—from incorporation to full regulatory compliance and long-term advisory. Our services include:
(a) Foreign Company Registration in Pakistan
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Registering foreign-owned private limited companies, branches, and liaison offices with SECP.
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Obtaining national tax numbers (NTN), STRNs, and registering with FBR, BOI, and local authorities.
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Legal documentation, name reservation, and MOA/AOA drafting with custom business objectives.
(b) Tax Registration & Regulatory Compliance
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Full tax advisory for foreigners operating in Pakistan, including withholding tax, sales tax, and corporate income tax.
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Transfer pricing advisory, compliance with Pakistan’s tax laws, and annual return filings.
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Payroll tax registration and employer compliance under labor laws.
(c) Banking, Exchange Control & Profit Repatriation
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Support with opening business bank accounts for foreign directors and companies.
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Currency remittance assistance, profit repatriation, and documentation for SBP and banks.
(d) Business Visa & Immigration Support
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Complete guidance on business visas, work permits, and dependent family support for foreign employees and directors.
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Liaison with Pakistan’s BOI and Ministry of Interior for smooth visa processing.
(e) Virtual Office & Physical Presence
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Setup of virtual office addresses in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi.
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Assistance with finding physical office spaces, co-working spaces, and legal lease formalities.
(f) Strategic Advisory for International Expansion
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Custom market entry advisory, feasibility reports, business structuring, and due diligence.
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Identification of potential joint venture partners, distribution channels, and investment opportunities.
3. Industries We Support Across Pakistan
Our International Desk team works with international clients across key growth sectors, including:
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IT & Tech Companies
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E-commerce & Digital Platforms
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Construction & Infrastructure
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Financial Services
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Energy & Renewables
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Education & Nonprofit Institutions
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Export-Oriented Manufacturing
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International Donor-Funded Projects
4. Why Choose URCA’s International Desk?
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3,000+ global clients served including 600+ EU and Chinese companies in Pakistan
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Six offices across Pakistan for nationwide coverage
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Fully digital onboarding and reporting for foreign clients
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ISO-certified advisory backed by senior Chartered Accountants & legal experts
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Fluent communication in English with foreign regulatory understanding
Our End-to-End Business Solutions for Foreign Companies : Setup, Compliance & Strategic Support in Pakistan

End-to-End Company Formation, Tax Compliance, and Strategic Advisory for International Clients
Why Choose Us?
We’ve helped over 2,000 foreign companies and international businesses successfully establish their presence in Pakistan and supported more than 9,800 clients with audit, tax, corporate registration, and strategic advisory services.
- Unmatched Expertise & Experience – Our team includes highly qualified Chartered Accountants, tax advisors, and financial consultants delivering exceptional outcomes in cross-border tax, compliance, and corporate structuring for international businesses..
- Tailored Solutions for International Business – We design customized business strategies, tax plans, and setup solutions for startups, SMEs, foreign subsidiaries, multinational corporations, and global investors.
- In-Depth Industry Knowledge & Regulatory Insights
– Our experts stay current with Pakistan’s tax laws, financial regulations, and market dynamics to ensure timely, compliant, and strategic advice for our foreign clients - Nationwide Presence with International Support
– With offices in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, and Gilgit, we offer local execution backed by a specialized International Desk for foreign companies entering Pakistan.. - Highly Qualified Leadership & Advisory Team Qualified Leadership – Led by seasoned professionals including FCAs, PhD holders, and legal-tax experts, our leadership brings decades of experience in corporate advisory, investment facilitation, and regulatory compliance.
About Us
Usman Rasheed & Co Chartered Accountants is a leading financial advisory and audit firm in Pakistan, having offices in Islamabad, Quetta, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar & Gilgit. The firm is providing Audit, Tax, Corporate, Financial, Business, Legal & Secretarial Advisory services and other related assistance to local and foreign private, public and other organizations working in Pakistan