Company Formation in KRG
Start your business presence in the Kurdistan Region with guidance for company registration, office sourcing, registered address support, and trusted legal partner coordination.
Supporting Companies Entering Kurdistan
A Stable, Investor-Friendly Base
Since the Investment Law of 2006, the Kurdistan Region has attracted significant local and foreign investment, treating both equally and offering strong incentives.
Political & Economic Stability
One of the most stable and secure parts of Iraq over the past two decades — a confident base for international companies.
Favorable Investment Law
10-year tax exemption, land allocation, and full repatriation of profits and capital for qualifying projects.
Strategic Gateway
At the crossroads of Iraq, Iran, Turkey, and Syria — a gateway to the wider Middle East and beyond.
Skilled, Young Workforce
A young, educated, increasingly multilingual talent pool, with ~50,000 yearly university enrolments.
Figures: Kurdistan Board of Investment (invest.gov.krd), indicative and subject to change. Incentives apply to qualifying projects under Investment Law No. 4 of 2006, as determined by the relevant authorities. Not legal or investment advice.
Everything You Need, Coordinated
Through ROYA IQ's trusted legal partner, clients can be guided with the following. ROYA IQ coordinates; the licensed legal partner provides the legal services.
Local Company Registration
For setting up a local company in the Kurdistan Region. Generally requires company details, shareholders / owners, business activity, legal documents, and a registered office or address.
Requirements and capital may depend on the company type and current regulations.
Foreign Company Branch Registration
For foreign companies that want to open a branch in the Kurdistan Region. Generally requires parent company documentation, authorized representatives, and translated / certified documents, plus official approval.
Requirements depend on the relevant authorities and the client's documents.
Why a Proper Office Matters
Many companies need a proper office or registered business address to operate and register. ROYA IQ can help source suitable offices that fit your needs.
Office selection should consider location, lease, commercial suitability, access, parking, security, internet, and business image.
The Process
Initial Consultation
We understand your goals and connect you with our trusted legal partner.
Company Type & Activity
Identify the right structure for your business activity.
Document Checklist
The legal partner provides a clear document checklist.
Office / Address Requirement
We help source a suitable office or registered address.
Application Coordination
The legal partner coordinates applications with the relevant authorities.
Lease & Support Documents
Lease and supporting documents are prepared and aligned.
Approval & Follow-up
We follow up through the approval process with you.
Post-Registration Support
Ongoing support after your company is registered.
Choose Your Path
Three ways to work with ROYA IQ.
Office Search Only
We source and shortlist suitable offices or registered-address-ready spaces in Erbil and the KRG.
- Requirement discovery
- Tailored office shortlist
- Viewings & negotiation support
Company Formation Support
Full company-formation coordination through our trusted legal partner, end to end.
- Legal partner introduction
- Document checklist & guidance
- Authority coordination & follow-up
Full KRG Market Entry
Office, company formation, and local support combined — your complete market-entry partner.
- Office + formation combined
- Registered address support
- Post-registration & local support
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foreign companies register in KRG?
Yes. Foreign companies can establish a presence in the Kurdistan Region. The right structure depends on your activity, which our trusted legal partner confirms during consultation. Requirements depend on the relevant authorities and your documents.
Do I need an office address?
Most company structures require a registered office or business address. ROYA IQ can source a suitable office or registered-address-ready space for you.
Can ROYA IQ provide legal services?
ROYA IQ is not a law firm. We provide real estate, office sourcing, and business setup coordination, and we refer clients to a trusted licensed legal partner who provides the legal services.
How long does registration take?
Timelines depend on the company type, your documents, and the relevant authorities. Our legal partner gives you a realistic estimate after reviewing your case. We do not guarantee timelines.
Can ROYA IQ help with offices?
Yes — office sourcing in Erbil and the KRG is one of our core strengths. We can run the office search in parallel with your company formation.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Approval, fees, and requirements depend on the relevant government authorities and your documents. We support and coordinate, but we cannot guarantee approval.
Can you help with translation & documents?
Our legal partner provides guidance on document preparation, translation, and certification as part of the formation process.
Can you help after company registration?
Yes. We and our legal partner can support you after registration with compliance, office needs, and ongoing local requirements.
Start Your KRG Market Entry
Tell us what you need. Our team will respond with next steps and connect you with our trusted legal partner where relevant.