HOW TO REGISTER WITH NIGERIAN INVESTMENT PROMOTION COMMISSION (NIPC) FOR A BUSINESS CERTIFICATE.

The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) is the government agency responsible for promoting and facilitating investment in Nigeria. In order to register with the NIPC and obtain a business certificate, you will need to follow a few steps.

 

Gather the necessary documents: To register with the NIPC, you will need to have a valid means of identification, such as a national ID card or passport, as well as proof of business registration, such as a certificate of incorporation or a business name registration certificate.

Below is a comprehensive list of required documents for a NIPC Business registration certificate:

 

·        Duly completed NIPC Form I;

·        Memorandum & Articles of Association;

·        Certificate of Incorporation;

·        CAC Status report (or Form 1.1 CAC Forms CO2 and CO7 for old companies);

·        Power of Attorney/ Letter of Authority (where applicable);

·        Approved Remita payment receipt of N15,000.00 only (Non- refundable)

·        NIPC payment receipt

 

Visit the NIPC website: The first step in the registration process is to visit the NIPC website at www.nipc.gov.ng and navigate to the registration page.

 

Fill out the registration form- https://nipc.gov.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/NIPC-Business-Registration-Form-I.pdf: Once on the registration page, you will need to fill out the registration form with your personal and business information, including your name, contact information, business name, and business registration number, a brief description of business activities, country of origin of investment, proposed investment value, equity structure of the company, ownership of the business, and details of the contact person who will be in touch with the commission.

 

Submit the form and the required documents: After filling out the registration form, you will need to upload the necessary documents, such as your valid means of identification and proof of business registration. Once you have submitted the form and the required documents, your registration will be reviewed by the NIPC.

 

Pay the registration fee: Once your registration has been reviewed and approved, you will be required to pay a registration fee.

 

Get a Business Certificate issued: After successful payment, NIPC will issue you a certificate of registration which will be sent to the provided contact address.

 

It is important to note that the entire process of registering with the NIPC can be done online, which helps to make the process more efficient and less time-consuming.

 

It is also important to ensure that you follow the instructions and guidelines provided on the NIPC website and to provide accurate and complete information throughout the registration process to avoid delays or rejection.

 

Please note, the above steps are a general guide and subject to changes, it’s always best to visit the NIPC website and check for the most recent instructions, guidelines, and fees.

Okpi, Ibe Chinedu is the Principal Partner in the Law Firm of Ibe, Chido, and Associates ( www.ibechidoassociates.com.ng ).Contact via phone: 07069279374 or email: info@ibechidoassociates.com.ng