Company Registration in Comoros
Capital: Moroni.
Official languages: Arabic, French.
Currency: Comorian franc.
Company registration provides the following benefits:
- There are no mandatory office requirements.
- Favorable taxation.
- Registration of companies is completed within a short period of time.
- No authorized capital required.
- Audits and reports are not required on an annual basis.
Anjouan is one of the islands in the Comoros archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean. Obtaining a business license, as well as a gambling license, is particularly easy in Anjouan due to a number of factors.
Unlike some other jurisdictions, Anjouan does not have strict requirements for local offices or employees. This makes this jurisdiction especially attractive for entrepreneurs, as it significantly reduces costs when starting a business.
Taxation and Reporting Features
Corporate Income Tax:
- Standard rate: 0%
- Tax incentives for new businesses: up to 3 years
VAT:
- Standard rate: 0%
- Exemptions for basic food items and education services
- 0% on exports and international shipping
Dividends:
- 0% for local residents
- 0% for non-residents (withholding tax)
Company registration in Comoros is required to be processed through the One-Stop-Shop system established by the Chamber of Commerce. The chosen company name must be unique and approved through this system.
To register a company, an application signed by the director must be provided, including the essential information about the company. This application is accompanied by several documents, such as the articles of association, identification documents, and proof of address for shareholders and directors.
After the company is incorporated, the registration details will be published in the Official Gazette of Comoros. Completing the registration also involves registering with the country's tax and social security authorities.
At the time of registration, the company must have:
- A Tax Identification Number issued by the tax office, which is necessary for tax purposes and for opening a corporate bank account.
- Articles of Association authenticated by the Chamber of Commerce or a notary public.
- A bank statement confirming the deposit of the required capital to start the company. This document should include the company name, shareholders, and their respective capital contributions.
- A receipt for the payment of registration fees to the relevant government authority.
Company Registration in Anjouan (LLC)
- Limited liability
- Minimum 1 director / 1 shareholder
- Simple business structure

Company Registration in Anjouan
Additional information
- Financial reporting: Mandatory annually in accordance with local standards
- Audit: Required for all registered companies
- Annual Return: Due within 30 days after the anniversary of incorporation
- Tax return: Corporate tax return to the fiscal authorities
- Employer's Return: Necessary if employing staff
- Registers: Maintained for shareholders and directors
- Directors' details Available in the public registry
- Shareholders' details Publicly accessible
- Financial reporting Kept confidential and not disclosed publicly
Timeline and Stages
- 01
Preparation of documents and selecting a company name
1-2 days - 02
Conducting a name search in the Comoros Companies Registry
1 day - 03
Submitting the documents online or offline
1 day - 04
Receiving CI and Business Registration certificates
about 2 weeks - 05
Establishing a corporate bank account
2-4 weeks
The bottom line
The Comoros Islands offer a favorable environment for starting a business with moderate regulations. However, when choosing a jurisdiction for a company, it is necessary to take into account not only current legislation, but also possible changes in the future. We recommend consulting with IT-OFFSHORE lawyers to avoid possible legal consequences and ensure compliance with laws.
Our company offers comprehensive support for the company at all stages - from registration to full support of its activities. Besides helping you register a company legally, we also handle a variety of other administrative tasks.
In particular, our scope of services includes maintaining accounting and tax records, providing nominee directors and shareholders, leasing a legal address, and obtaining all necessary licenses and permits for the company. We actually ensure the full operation of the business in accordance with a particular jurisdiction's laws.
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FAQ
Can you register a company remotely?
Yes, in most cases — you can.
Remote company registration is available in the vast majority of popular jurisdictions today. Modern corporate services, electronic document management and professional registered agents make it possible to complete the entire registration process without being physically present in the country.
The process typically works as follows: you provide the required documents electronically, sign them remotely — via a notary, apostille or electronic signature — and a local registered agent handles all communication with government authorities and document submission on your behalf.
This has been made possible by several factors: most countries allow foreign founders and directors, corporate service providers operate remotely across the globe, and the digitisation of government registries has significantly streamlined and accelerated the procedures.
The one step that may still require in-person presence is opening a corporate bank account — however, even here many banks and fintech platforms now offer remote identity verification.
What documents are needed for registration?
Registering a company in most jurisdictions requires a standard set of documents. For individuals — founders and directors — the typical requirements include: a certified copy of a passport, proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement no older than 3 months), and in some cases a bank reference letter or CV.
For corporate shareholders, the required documents include: certificate of incorporation, articles of association, register of directors and shareholders, and confirmation of the ownership structure.
Do I need to keep accounting records and submit reports?
Accounting and reporting requirements vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction. In most countries, companies are required to maintain proper bookkeeping, file annual financial statements and submit tax returns.
At the same time, there are a number of jurisdictions where reporting requirements are minimal or effectively non-existent for non-resident companies. These include, for example, the Marshall Islands, the Cook Islands, Panama, Belize, Seychelles and Vanuatu — in these countries, companies that do not conduct business within the territory of the registration state are generally exempt from mandatory financial reporting and audit requirements.
We provide full company administration services, including preparation and submission of annual reports, liaison with local authorities and ensuring full compliance with all corporate requirements of the jurisdiction.
Is it possible to open a bank account for a company?
Yes, opening a corporate bank account is possible for virtually any jurisdiction, however this process deserves careful attention. Today businesses have two main options: traditional banks and fintech platforms.
Traditional banks offer a full range of financial services, but account opening requirements have become increasingly stringent — KYC procedures, source of funds confirmation, business plans and in some cases in-person presence may be required. Fintech platforms — such as Wise, Airwallex, Revolut Business and others — open accounts significantly faster and remotely, making them a popular solution for international companies at an early stage.
Is it possible to use nominee directors?
Yes, the use of nominee directors and shareholders is a common and legitimate practice in international corporate structuring. A nominee director is formally listed in the company registry but acts exclusively in accordance with the instructions of the beneficial owner, providing an additional layer of privacy.
This service is particularly in demand in jurisdictions where information about directors and shareholders is entered into a public register — for example, in Cyprus, the United Kingdom, Malta and a number of other EU countries. In offshore jurisdictions, nominee services are also widely used to simplify corporate governance and protect ownership structures.
We provide nominee director and shareholder services for any jurisdiction we work with.