Registration of NGO / NPO
Formalize your social mission. Access funding. Achieve tax-exempt status.
Overview
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) in Pakistan can be registered under multiple frameworks — the Societies Registration Act, the Trust Act, or as a company limited by guarantee under the Companies Act, 2017. Each structure has distinct implications for governance, tax exemption, and donor reporting. Spinzer Law Firm advises on the optimal structure and manages end-to-end registration, including FBR tax exemption applications.
Why This Matters
Formal registration is a prerequisite for receiving foreign grants, applying for government funding, opening a bank account in the organization's name, and qualifying for income tax exemption under Section 2(36) of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
Scope of Work
- Structure advisory (Society vs. Trust vs. Company limited by guarantee)
- Drafting of constitution / trust deed / memorandum
- Registration with relevant authority (Registrar of Societies, Sub-Registrar, or SECP)
- FBR NTN registration and tax exemption application
- Compliance briefing on annual returns and donor reporting
Our Process
Structure Selection
We advise on the most appropriate legal structure based on your mission, geography, and funding sources.
Document Drafting
We draft the foundational document (constitution, trust deed, or memorandum) with appropriate clauses.
Authority Submission
We file with the relevant registration authority and follow up through to approval.
FBR Registration & Exemption
We register with FBR and apply for income tax exemption status.
Post-Registration Advisory
We brief you on compliance obligations including annual returns and foreign funding disclosures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
Typical Timeline
15–30 working days depending on authority and structure
Documents Required
- CNICs of all founding members / trustees / directors
- Proposed name and objectives of the organization
- Registered office address
- Minutes of founding meeting (for societies)
Free 30-minute initial consultation
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