Business services in Pakistan: company registration costs

Business services in Pakistan

Updated 4 November 2026

Business services in Pakistan cost very different amounts, from about Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000 for a sole proprietorship registration to about Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000 a month for part-time bookkeeping. A company registration through a mid-tier consultancy costs about Rs 15,000 to Rs 35,000, and a request on BlaBlaPrice gets you current offers for your exact need.

Approximate prices in Pakistan, November 2026 (sellers' websites)
Service	Price
Sole proprietorship registration, total	Rs 5,000–10,000
Company registration, mid-tier consultancy	Rs 15,000–35,000
Company registration, full-service firm	Rs 35,000–80,000 or more
Part-time freelance bookkeeper	Rs 15,000–30,000 per month
Basic accounting package from one firm	Rs 35,000 per month

Registration steps and tax numbers

Sources describe a National Tax Number (NTN) as a step that follows the business name, and SECP registration as mandatory for companies. A business that sells goods or services must register for sales tax (STRN) with the Federal Board of Revenue, and the standard sales tax rate is 18%, though some industries differ. Ask each provider whether the quote covers NTN and sales tax registration, not only the company filing.

Trade licences and city rules

Trade licences cost about Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000, depending on the city and the type of business. Local authorities decide which permits a shop, salon or office needs, so ask your provider to name them for your city in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi or Faisalabad before you pay.

Timing and online services

The summer from May to September is very hot, and the mild winter from November to March is the most comfortable time to visit a registration office. Several providers describe their company registration as an online service, so you may not need to travel. Choose the service first, then compare what each provider includes in its price.

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Questions and answers

How much does company registration cost in Pakistan?

A mid-tier consultancy quotes about Rs 15,000 to Rs 35,000, while full-service legal or accounting firms charge about Rs 35,000 to Rs 80,000 or more.

How much does a sole proprietorship registration cost?

The whole cost is generally quoted at about Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000, which makes it one of the cheapest business structures to set up.

Do I need a trade licence?

It depends on your business type and city. Trade licences cost about Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000, and local authorities decide which permits you need.

How much does bookkeeping cost each month?

A part-time freelance bookkeeper is quoted at about Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000 a month, and a basic accounting package from one firm is Rs 35,000 a month.

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