How to register a company in Eswatini
To register a company in Eswatini, incorporate it with Registrar of Companies: reserve a company name, file the incorporation documents and appoint directors. Once registered, register the company for tax with Eswatini Revenue Service (ERS), and register as an employer and for VAT if those apply.
The steps
- 1 Reserve a company name with Registrar of Companies.
- 2 File the incorporation documents and appoint directors.
- 3 Register the company for tax with Eswatini Revenue Service (ERS) to get a taxpayer number.
- 4 Register as an employer (with the Eswatini National Provident Fund (5% employer + 5% employee)) if you will hire staff.
- 5 Register for VAT once turnover passes E900,000.
Frequently asked questions
Which body registers companies in Eswatini?
Companies in Eswatini are registered with Registrar of Companies.
Do I register for tax separately in Eswatini?
Yes — after incorporation you register the company for tax with Eswatini Revenue Service (ERS).
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Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with Eswatini Revenue Service (ERS) or a registered professional.