To register a company with PACRA, you need to use the appropriate form depending on your business structure. If you are incorporating a private company limited by shares, you must file [PACRA Form 5, S.], which is the statutory application form under section 13 of the Companies Act, No. 10 of 2017. Alternatively, if you are registering a sole proprietorship or partnership business name, you should use [PACRA Business Name Form, S.] under the Registration of Business Names Act.
When completing your application form, you will need to provide key information including the proposed company name, registered office address, share capital (for companies), details of directors and secretary, shareholders, and your articles of association [PACRA Form 5, S.]. You must submit your completed form directly to PACRA, the Patents and Companies Registration Agency.
There are fees payable for company registration services. You should check the current [PACRA Fees, S.] schedule, which sets out the costs for company incorporation, name reservation, and related services. Visit www.pacra.org.zm for the latest fee information and to access the required forms.