Register a Company in Armenia

If you need to register a company in Armenia, it’s important to consider the local legislation, taxation, and established business operation requirements. Currently, the country offers favorable conditions for entrepreneurs, including simplified registration, tax incentives, and the possibility of doing business without the need for a permanent presence in the country.

Register a Company

At the moment, the key government body responsible for business registration is the State Register Agency of Legal Entities. To ensure the smooth completion of all registration procedures, it’s crucial to get support from an experienced specialist – corporate lawyers in Armenia will help you prepare the necessary documents and avoid any legal mistakes during the process. Contact our lawyers for registration of the company, and we will help you today.

Business Registration Process

In Armenia, the company registration process starts with choosing the appropriate legal form for your future business. The following types of companies can legally operate in the country:

  • Limited Liability Company (LLC). The most popular business format due to the lack of requirements for a minimum charter capital;
  • Closed Joint-Stock Company (CJSC). This is a great option for companies with a limited number of shareholders;
  • Open Joint-Stock Company (OJSC). This form is preferred for large companies that can sell their shares publicly;
  • Branch of a foreign company. Companies registered in other countries can legally operate in Armenia.

The process of register a company in Armenia includes the following steps:

  • Choosing a name for your company. The name must be unique and comply with legal requirements

    1

  • Preparing the incorporation documents. To register a company, you must prepare a charter and a founding decision made by the company’s authorized body

    2

  • Submitting documents to the State Register Agency of Legal Entities. All necessary documents are submitted to the Ministry of Justice of Armenia. If everything is in order, the company is registered in the official registry during two working days after the application for company’s registration is submitted

    3

  • Receiving a registration extrac. This extract guarantees that your company operates legally in the Armenian market

    4

  • Opening a bank account in an Armenian bank. Even if your company is foreign and only has a representative office in Armenia, having a bank account is a mandatory condition for financial transactions

    5

  • Registration with the tax authorities. It’s also important to choose the appropriate tax system for your company and obtain a personal tax number

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How to Start a Business in Armenia?

Starting a business in Armenia is a great decision for entrepreneurs interested in a favorable business environment and flexible tax regimes. Currently, the country offers several tax regimes for businesses:

Taxation for small businesses with an income up to 24 million drams per year. These entrepreneurs are exempt from most of the taxes in the country;
Patent system. A fixed tax amount for specific business activities, such as trade, providing certain services, and some other sectors;
Taxation for IT companies. If you offer an interesting startup in the IT field, the government will exempt you from income tax.

To successfully launch your business in Armenia, your company needs to:

  • Define the type of business activity

    1

  • Choose the appropriate legal form for your company

    2

  • Register the company in the State Register Agency of Legal Entities

    3

  • Open a corporate bank account

    4

  • Register with the Armenian tax authorities

    5

  • Obtain the necessary licenses, if required for your business

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Types of Companies

  • LLC_Register_Company

    LLC (Limited Liability Company)

    Best for:

    • Smaller businesses with fewer than 10 employees
    • Businesses with less than 200,000 USD annual turnover
    • Businesses with a single founder
    • Businesses that do not distribute dividends more than once a year
    Register Your LLC
  • CJSC_Register_Company

    CJSC (Closed Joint-Stock Company)

    Best for:

    • Larger businesses with more than 200,000 USD annual turnover
    • Businesses that implement employee stock option plans
    • Businesses with multiple types of ownership structures (e.g. preferred stock)
    • Businesses that distribute dividends more than once a year
    Register Your CJSC

Why Choose Us

  • Group-199

    Advised on successful registration of 500+ companies in Armenia and beyond

  • Group-199-1

    Unparalleled service quality (rated 5-stars on multiple platforms

  • Group-199-2

    Created value for clients in excess of 40M USD

  • Group-199-3

    Fastest company registration from first touchpoint with us to your first transaction

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Advantages of registering a business in Armenia

Armenia company formation is advantageous for several reasons. Currently, the country has one of the most transparent registration systems. There are also several other benefits:

  • Flexible tax system. Companies can choose the most suitable and beneficial option for themselves;
  • No currency control. Businesses in Armenia can freely conduct financial transactions in foreign currencies without restrictions;
  • Access to credit and investment programs, which are a great solution for new businesses;
  • Excellent legal support. Business owners can turn to our authorized company at any time to receive necessary legal consultations.
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    No need for physical office

  • foreign

    No restrictions on company ownership by foreigners

  • Group-200-1

    No physical presence need for company registration

  • no-double-tax

    Double tax treaty with 49 countries

  • bank-transfers

    No restrictions on bank transfers

Additionally, it’s important to note that Armenia has electronic document management, which significantly simplifies the process of submitting reports and interacting with government authorities. The presence of the State Register Agencyof Legal Entities allows access to information about any registered company, which increases trust in your business.

See what our customers say

Inna Perelekhova

Inna Perelekhova

five stars

Our company has been cooperating with MB Legal CJSC for quite some time, and we must say that this company is distinguished by a high level of customer service and professionalism. Our firm was truly impressed by their insight in resolving complex legal issues and is grateful for their approach to solving any, even the most complex problems. The lawyers are very competent, professional and very conscientious. All our tasks are solved in a very short time, regardless of complexity. It is especially valuable that lawyers are always in touch and ready to offer the most effective methods for solving problems. I am happy to recommend their services.

Гайк Торосян

Гайк Торосян

five stars

professionals in their field promptly got in touch and conducted a preliminary consultation within the framework of the contract, we promptly provided the necessary legal and consulting services

Yuliya Verba

Yuliya Verba

five stars

Many thanks to MB Legal Consulting for excellent service and friendly attitude. We appreciate flexibility they provide us with however always keeping the highest standard of cooperation.

Aram Kayfajyan

Aram Kayfajyan

five stars

Павел Семенов

Павел Семенов

five stars

We have been cooperating with MB Legal for several months. During this time, colleagues showed themselves to be highly qualified specialists. I would especially like to mention the company’s partner, Marina. Thanks to her constructive approach, benevolence and professionalism, we were able to find the most effective ways to solve our problems.

Mariam Manoyan

Mariam Manoyan

five stars

Araks Yepremyan

Araks Yepremyan

five stars

It was absolutely a pleasure working with "MB Legal". They are extremely conscientious and smart and are excellent lawyers. Equally important, they care about their clients and fight for you. I highly recommend them. Many thanks.

Frank Bisson

Frank Bisson

five stars

MB Legal assisted me in opening two bank accounts in Armenia. The responsible lawyer was Ella Akopjan. Everything went fine and the pricing was very fair. I always received quick replies to my messages and the communication was very friendly. Only can recommend this firm.

Артавазд Саркисян

Артавазд Саркисян

five stars

We have been cooperating with MB Legal since the summer - extremely positive impressions. Starting from the preliminary consultation, everything happens very professionally, faster than you could hope and with a focus on helping you solve your problems. What is equally important is that everything that can be done and solved remotely is done and solved. Special thanks to Marina Shakhparonyan!

З С

З С

five stars

This law firm provided us with services for registering a branch in Armenia and resolving a number of related issues. Everything was done at a high professional level. I would especially like to note the prompt and productive interaction between the firm’s employees and our legal department. The company is very customer-oriented. I definitely recommend working with them.

Inna Perelekhova

Inna Perelekhova

five stars

Our company has been cooperating with MB Legal CJSC for quite some time, and we must say that this company is distinguished by a high level of customer service and professionalism. Our firm was truly impressed by their insight in resolving complex legal issues and is grateful for their approach to solving any, even the most complex problems. The lawyers are very competent, professional and very conscientious. All our tasks are solved in a very short time, regardless of complexity. It is especially valuable that lawyers are always in touch and ready to offer the most effective methods for solving problems. I am happy to recommend their services.

Гайк Торосян

Гайк Торосян

five stars

professionals in their field promptly got in touch and conducted a preliminary consultation within the framework of the contract, we promptly provided the necessary legal and consulting services

Yuliya Verba

Yuliya Verba

five stars

Many thanks to MB Legal Consulting for excellent service and friendly attitude. We appreciate flexibility they provide us with however always keeping the highest standard of cooperation.

Aram Kayfajyan

Aram Kayfajyan

five stars

Павел Семенов

Павел Семенов

five stars

We have been cooperating with MB Legal for several months. During this time, colleagues showed themselves to be highly qualified specialists. I would especially like to mention the company’s partner, Marina. Thanks to her constructive approach, benevolence and professionalism, we were able to find the most effective ways to solve our problems.

Mariam Manoyan

Mariam Manoyan

five stars

Araks Yepremyan

Araks Yepremyan

five stars

It was absolutely a pleasure working with "MB Legal". They are extremely conscientious and smart and are excellent lawyers. Equally important, they care about their clients and fight for you. I highly recommend them. Many thanks.

Frank Bisson

Frank Bisson

five stars

MB Legal assisted me in opening two bank accounts in Armenia. The responsible lawyer was Ella Akopjan. Everything went fine and the pricing was very fair. I always received quick replies to my messages and the communication was very friendly. Only can recommend this firm.

Артавазд Саркисян

Артавазд Саркисян

five stars

We have been cooperating with MB Legal since the summer - extremely positive impressions. Starting from the preliminary consultation, everything happens very professionally, faster than you could hope and with a focus on helping you solve your problems. What is equally important is that everything that can be done and solved remotely is done and solved. Special thanks to Marina Shakhparonyan!

З С

З С

five stars

This law firm provided us with services for registering a branch in Armenia and resolving a number of related issues. Everything was done at a high professional level. I would especially like to note the prompt and productive interaction between the firm’s employees and our legal department. The company is very customer-oriented. I definitely recommend working with them.

Business Registration Documents

We will prepare

  • The decision/minutes of the general assembly
  • Charter
  • Declaration of beneficiaries

Additional information from the founder

  • Type of economic activity carried out by the company
  • The size of the authorized capital (no minimum capital)
    1. Nominal value of each share
    2. How many shares will the authorized capital be divided into?
  • Trade Organization Data
    1. LLC name
    2. Location and legal (postal) address of the company

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3 Types of Tax Regimes in Armenia

  • Microentrepreneurship

    Turnover cap

    Up to 24 million AMD (~60 thousand $)

    Suitable for

    • Small family businesses
    • Self-employed people
    • Small retail

    Activity restrictions

    • Consulting companies
    • IT companies
    • Wholesale

  • Turnover tax

    Turnover cap

    Up to 115 million AMD (~290 thousand $)

    Suitable for

    • Small IT companies
    • Consulting companies, e.g. lawyers, accountants
    • Trade
    • Small production

    Activity restrictions

    • Banks
    • Audit companies
    • Exchange offices

  • General system of taxation

    Turnover cap

    No cap

    Suitable for

    All activities

F.A.Q. Your Top 5 Questions Answered

  • 1. How long does the company registration take?

    Company registration in Armenia usually takes 2 working days. Depending on your requirements, in certain cases, registration might take slightly longer.

  • 2. Can I register a company in Armenia if I am a citizen or resident of another country?

    Yes, you can easily register a company in Armenia if you are not a citizen/resident of Armenia.

  • 3. Which banks do you work with for bank account opening?

    We partner with most commercial banks in Armenia. Depending on your business and transaction volume we will suggest the best options for your new company.

  • 4. Do I need a legal address for my company?

    Yes, you need a legal address to register a company in Armenia. If you do not have an address in Armenia, we are happy to provide this service in addition to company registration.

  • 5. Can my company have a nominal director?

    Yes, you can have a nominal director for your company. We are happy to provide this service in addition to company registration.

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