For International Investors

Foreign Company Registration in Nigeria

QuickReg handles the full foreign company registration process in Nigeria — CAC incorporation, share capital structuring, and regulatory filings — so international investors can establish a fully foreign-owned Nigerian entity without setting foot in the country.

Foreign company registration in Nigeria is the process of incorporating a wholly or majority foreign-owned limited company with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). It is the foundational step of any Nigeria market entry strategy, and the structure you choose at this stage affects everything from taxation to your ability to repatriate profits later.

QuickReg specialises in registering foreign-owned companies for international investors, multinational subsidiaries, and diaspora entrepreneurs. We manage name reservation, MEMART drafting, share capital structuring, and CAC filing — entirely online, with your documents delivered electronically.

The Process

How Foreign Company Registration Works

Name Availability Search

We check your proposed company name against the CAC register and secure a reservation once approved.

Share Capital Structuring

We structure your ₦100 million minimum paid-up share capital in line with CAC requirements for foreign-owned entities.

MEMART & Document Filing

Your Memorandum and Articles of Association, and all supporting incorporation documents, are prepared and filed with the CAC.

Certificate & Post-Registration

You receive your Certificate of Incorporation, then proceed to tax registration, NIPC registration, and a Business Permit where applicable.

A fully foreign-owned Nigerian company is legally distinct from registering as a foreigner within an existing local entity — see our guide to company registration for foreigners for individual founder scenarios.

FAQ

Common Questions Answered

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What is the minimum share capital for foreign company registration in Nigeria?

Foreign-owned companies must have a minimum paid-up share capital of ₦100 million (approximately $65,000 USD), structured and confirmed during CAC incorporation.

Who can register a foreign-owned company in Nigeria?

Any foreign individual or corporate entity can register a wholly foreign-owned company in Nigeria, subject to CAC incorporation and NIPC registration once operations begin.

How long does foreign company registration take?

CAC incorporation is typically completed within 48–72 hours once documents are submitted. The full registration, including NIPC and tax setup, takes 1–3 weeks.

Can foreign directors and shareholders be based outside Nigeria?

Yes. Foreign directors and shareholders do not need to reside in Nigeria or travel there to complete registration — QuickReg's process is entirely remote.

Is a Nigerian resident director required?

Nigerian company law requires at least one director, and specific sectors may have local participation requirements. QuickReg advises on the right structure for your business before filing.

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From name search to Certificate of Incorporation, QuickReg manages the entire foreign company registration process for you.

Foreign Company Registration in Nigeria

How Foreign Company Registration Works

Name Availability Search

Share Capital Structuring

MEMART & Document Filing

Certificate & Post-Registration

Common Questions Answered

Register Your Foreign-Owned Company Today

Let's Get You Started

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Foreign Company Registration in Nigeria

How Foreign Company Registration Works

Name Availability Search

Share Capital Structuring

MEMART & Document Filing

Certificate & Post-Registration

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