My proposed name has been approved but I am not ready to register yet, help me?

An approved name can be reserved for 90 days. The name will be available for registration to the applicant during the 90-day reservation. A reserved name that is not registered or reserved again expires after 90 days. If your reserved name expires you will have to submit a new name clearance application.

How much will this cost me?

  • Business name – K222.40
  • Local Company – K213.33
  • Foreign Company – K133.33

Where can I get the forms?

The forms can be obtained from Forms | Patents and Companies Registration Agency (pacra.org.zm). Remember to select the correct form according to the type of business you want to register

Where can I apply for this service?