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Incorporate in Cambodia via a vetted partner

Southeast Asia's fastest-growing economy - 100% foreign ownership, USD-based, low setup costs

$1,200

indicative partner pricing

7-14 days

typical timeline

What's included
Company registration with Ministry of Commerce
Tax registration (VAT & patent tax)
Business license issuance
Company stamp/seal
Registered office address (1 year)
Government filing fees
Digital document delivery

Choose your entity type

Private Limited Company (Co., Ltd.)

Most common structure for foreign investors. Limited liability, 100% foreign ownership allowed.

$1,200

+ $600 gov fees

7-14 business days
Foreign investors, SMEs, trading, services

Sole Proprietorship

Simple structure for single owners. Requires Cambodian partner or work permit.

$600

+ $300 gov fees

5-7 business days
Freelancers, small local businesses

Branch Office

Extension of a foreign parent company. Must register with Ministry of Commerce.

$1,800

+ $800 gov fees

14-21 business days
Foreign companies expanding into Cambodia

Representative Office

Non-revenue generating office for market research and liaison activities.

$1,500

+ $700 gov fees

10-14 business days
Market research, pre-investment exploration

Step-by-step timeline

1

Reserve company name

1-2 days

Submit name check request to Ministry of Commerce

2

Prepare documents

2-3 days

Articles of incorporation, shareholder details, lease agreement

3

Register with MOC

3-5 days

File incorporation documents with Ministry of Commerce

4

Tax registration

2-3 days

Register with General Department of Taxation for VAT and patent tax

5

Obtain business license

1-2 days

Patent tax certificate and operational licenses

6

Post-incorporation

1-2 weeks

Open bank account, company stamp, signboard registration

🇰🇭 Why Cambodia?
100% foreign ownership - no local partner required
USD-based economy - no currency risk
20% corporate tax rate (one of the lowest in ASEAN)
No foreign exchange controls
Low cost of living and labor
Growing economy with 7%+ annual GDP growth
Special Economic Zones with tax incentives
Strategic location in the heart of ASEAN

Requirements

  • •Minimum 1 shareholder (individual or corporate)
  • •Minimum 1 director (can be foreign)
  • •Minimum capital of $1,000 USD (no proof of deposit required)
  • •Registered office address in Cambodia
  • •Company stamp/seal required for all official documents
  • •Annual patent tax and tax on profit filings

Frequently Asked Questions

Who actually does the incorporation?

Do I need to be physically present?

How do I pay?

Can I open a bank account remotely?

Are quotes fixed?

How long does it take?

Ready to incorporate in Cambodia?

Tell us a bit about your plans. We'll route your request to vetted local partners who'll send quotes - no payment required to request a match.

Free to request, no commitment Vetted, licensed local partners Quotes typically within 1-2 business days

Want to learn more about doing business in Cambodia? Read the full business guide →

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