Company Incorporation in Cambodia (for Foreigners)
We assist foreign entrepreneurs with Cambodia company incorporation, including name reservation, Ministry of Commerce registration, and guidance on tax registration and sector licensing requirements.
Who is it for / Suitable for
Foreign entrepreneurs seeking a cost-effective ASEAN market entry.
Businesses in manufacturing, trading, logistics, services, construction, and hospitality.
Investors targeting Cambodia’s growing consumer and industrial sectors.
Foreigners wanting 100% ownership in permitted business activities.
Key Requirements
At least one shareholder and one director (can be 100% foreign-owned).
A registered business address in Cambodia.
Minimum registered capital (generally KHR 4 million or equivalent, depending on activity).
Compliance with local business licensing requirements by activity.
Tax registration and bank account setup after incorporation.
Clients need to provide the following information / documents
Document Name
Notarized
Passport copy of shareholders & directors
Valid identification
No
Proof of residential address
Utility bill or bank statement
No
Company name options
Subject to registry approval
No
Business activity description
Required for licensing & tax
No
Shareholding & director structure
For registry filing
No
Registered office lease agreement
Proof of address
No
Corporate documents (if shareholder is a company)
COI, directors, shareholders
Yes
Power of Attorney (if using agent)
For incorporation process
No
Average Processing Time
7–14 business days, depending on sector and document readiness.
What you would get when the application is complete
Certificate of Incorporation
Commercial Registration Certificate
Company Identification Number
Tax Identification Number (TIN)
VAT Certificate (if applicable)
On-going Compliance Requirements
To keep your Cambodia company compliant:
Monthly and annual tax filings
Annual renewal of business licenses (if applicable)
Maintain accounting records and statutory books
File annual declaration with relevant authorities
Government Agencies Involved
Government agencies involved / overseeing this application:
Ministry of Commerce (MOC)
Company registration and commercial licensing.
General Department of Taxation (GDT)
Tax and VAT compliance.
Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF)
Fiscal oversight.
Relevant line ministries
Sector-specific licenses (e.g., construction, tourism).
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