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Tanzania

Tanzania offers political stability, access to East African Community (EAC) and SADC markets, and strong sectors in tourism, mining, agriculture and renewable energy.

Corp tax
30%
Setup time
21 days
Foreign ownership
100%
Rating
7/10
Estimated setup cost
Starting from USD $500–$1,200government & registration
+ USD $200 Open Business Anywhere service fee

Fees vary by industry; mining and tourism may require additional sector licenses.

Requirements

What you'll need

Name approval (BRELA), memorandum, TIN, business license, sector permits where applicable.

Business structures

Common types in Tanzania

  • • Limited Company
  • • Branch
  • • Sole Proprietorship
Expansion

Opportunities to grow

  • • EAC + SADC market access
  • • Port of Dar es Salaam for landlocked exports
  • • Tourism / hospitality investments
Services in Tanzania

Pricing in TZS

Prices displayed are indicative estimates only. Final quotation will be provided at the time of registration after reviewing your selected country, business activity, government fees, and project requirements.

Business Setup
Company Registration

Form your legal entity end-to-end.

One-time
TZS 1,200,000.00
Monthly
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Tax Registration (GST/VAT)

Register for local consumption / corporate taxes.

One-time
TZS 200,000.00
Monthly
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Annual Returns & Compliance

Ongoing statutory filings managed for you.

One-time
TZS 400,000.00
Monthly
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Business Presence
Registered Address

Local registered address for official records.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 90,000.00
Virtual Office

Prestige business address + mail handling.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 130,000.00
Premium Virtual Office

Flagship address with on-site receptionist & meeting hours.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 260,000.00
Mail Forwarding

Physical mail scanning & courier forwarding.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 30,000.00
Business Phone Number

Local business phone line with voicemail.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 40,000.00
Meeting Room Access

On-demand boardroom & coworking access.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 200,000.00
Business Growth
Business Development

Dedicated BD manager opening doors in your target market.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 700,000.00
Lead Generation

Outbound prospecting and qualified pipeline.

One-time
—
Monthly
TZS 900,000.00
Market Research

Sector deep-dives, competitive scans, sizing.

One-time
TZS 1,500,000.00
Monthly
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Distributor Search

Identify and qualify local distribution partners.

One-time
TZS 2,500,000.00
Monthly
—
Partner Search

Strategic partner discovery and intros.

One-time
TZS 2,500,000.00
Monthly
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office
Physical Office (Dedicated Workspace)

Dedicated private office space with utilities, high-speed internet, and reception. Deposit equals 2 months rent. Rentals scale with city-tier and location.

One-time
TZS 3,200,000.00
Monthly
TZS 1,600,000.00
Investment & Expansion
Market Entry Strategy

Comprehensive go-to-market playbook for a new country.

One-time
TZS 5,500,000.00
Monthly
—
Investor Introduction

Curated intros to VCs, angels and family offices.

One-time
TZS 3,200,000.00
Monthly
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Professional Referrals
Accounting Referral

Connected with vetted CPA partners.

One-time
—
Monthly
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Legal Referral

Licensed law firms in our partner network.

One-time
—
Monthly
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Banking Referral

Bank introduction with our coordination support.

One-time
TZS 250,000.00
Monthly
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Immigration Referral

Licensed immigration consultants & lawyers.

One-time
—
Monthly
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FAQs

Common questions about Tanzania

Can foreigners own land?+

Land is leasehold (max 99 years) and held via a Tanzanian Investment Centre certificate for foreign investors.

Is TIC registration mandatory?+

It's optional but recommended — it unlocks tax holidays and work-permit quotas.

Ready to open a company in Tanzania?

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