Nepal's business landscape is governed by the Companies Act, 2063, the Contract Act, 2056, and various sector-specific regulations. Our corporate law team provides strategic legal counsel to businesses ranging from small enterprises to multinational corporations operating in Nepal, helping them navigate the regulatory environment with confidence.
Whether you are registering a new company, structuring a joint venture with foreign partners, negotiating commercial contracts, or ensuring compliance with Nepal's corporate governance requirements, our attorneys bring both legal expertise and practical business understanding to every engagement.
We serve clients across diverse industries including technology, manufacturing, hospitality, agriculture, and financial services. Our proactive approach helps businesses anticipate legal challenges, minimise risks, and focus on growth while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Corporate & Business Law Services
End-to-end legal support for your business operations in Nepal.
Company Registration
Complete company incorporation services — from name reservation to OCR registration, PAN/VAT, and industry-specific licences.
Contract Services
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, service agreements, NDAs, and partnership deeds.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Due diligence, deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and post-merger integration for business transactions.
Foreign Investment
Navigating the Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer Act, obtaining DOI approval, and structuring compliant FDI arrangements.
Corporate Governance
Board advisory, shareholder dispute resolution, compliance audits, and annual reporting requirements.
Commercial Disputes
Representation in commercial litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution for business conflicts.
Why Choose Our Corporate Law Team
Business-Minded
We understand business objectives and provide practical, commercially-focused legal advice.
Cross-Border Expertise
Experience with foreign investment structures, international contracts, and cross-border transactions.
Regulatory Knowledge
Deep understanding of Nepal's regulatory landscape across multiple industries and sectors.
Long-Term Partnership
We build lasting relationships with business clients, growing alongside your company.
Corporate Law FAQs
Company registration in Nepal involves reserving a company name at the Office of the Company Registrar (OCR), preparing the Memorandum and Articles of Association, filing incorporation documents, and obtaining a PAN/VAT certificate. The process typically takes 7-15 business days. Our team handles the entire process end-to-end.
Yes, foreign nationals can invest in Nepal through the Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer Act (FITTA). The minimum foreign investment threshold is NPR 50 million. Foreign investors must obtain approval from the Department of Industry (DOI). We guide foreign clients through the entire approval and registration process.
Nepal allows registration of private limited companies, public limited companies, non-profit organisations, and branches of foreign companies. Each type has different requirements regarding shareholders, capital, and governance. We help you choose the most suitable structure for your business objectives.
Commercial disputes in Nepal can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration (under the Arbitration Act, 2055), or litigation in commercial courts. Arbitration is often preferred for business disputes as it is faster, confidential, and the awards are enforceable. We help clients choose the most effective resolution method.
Strategic Legal Counsel for Your Business
From startup to established enterprise, get expert corporate legal advice tailored to your business needs.