As per Lawkidunya, Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to register a company in Pakistan, following the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) guidelines:

Step 1: Choose a Company Name
1. Ensure the name is unique and not already registered with the SECP.
2. Check the availability of the name on the SECP website.

Step 2: Determine the Company Type
1. Private Limited Company (Pvt. Ltd.)
2. Public Limited Company (Pub. Ltd.)
3. Single Member Company (SMC)
4. Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

Step 3: Obtain Digital Signature Certificate
1. Get a digital signature certificate from a certified authority (e.g., NIFT or PRAL).

Step 4: Prepare Required Documents
1. Memorandum and Articles of Association
2. Form 1 (company registration form)
3. ID documents of directors and shareholders
4. Proof of address

Step 5: Register with SECP
1. Online Registration: Submit application through SECP’s eServices portal.
2. Offline Registration: Submit application at the SECP office.

Step 6: Pay Registration Fee
1. Pay the required registration fee, which varies depending on the company type and authorized capital.

Step 7: Obtain Certificate of Incorporation
1. Once approved, obtain the Certificate of Incorporation from SECP.

Step 8: Register with FBR
1. Register with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for a National Tax Number (NTN) and Sales Tax Registration.

Step 9: Obtain Other Licenses
1. Obtain necessary licenses and permits from relevant authorities.

Required Documents
1. Memorandum and Articles of Association
2. Form 1 (company registration form)
3. ID documents of directors and shareholders
4. Proof of address
5. Digital signature certificate

Registration Fee
1. Varies depending on the company type and authorized capital
2. Fee ranges from PKR 2,000 to PKR 50,000 or more

Processing Time
1. Online Registration: 3-5 working days
2. Offline Registration: 5-7 working days

Post-Registration Compliance
1. File annual returns with SECP and FBR
2. Maintain accurate financial records
3. Obtain necessary licenses and permits

Contact Information
For assistance or more information, contact:
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
Phone: +92 51 111 117 117
Fax: +92 51 920 7055
Email: mailto:info@secp.gov.pk