Step-by-Step Guide to Register with DoCSM (Nepal)
If you’re planning to engage in import, export, wholesale, or supply-related business in Nepal, registering your business with the Department of Commerce and Supply Management (DoCSM) is a key legal requirement. This department operates under the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies and regulates national and international trade activities.
- Register Your Business Legally First
Before approaching DoCSM, make sure you have:
- Company Registration (from the Office of the Company Registrar)
- Register Directly in case of proprietorship/partnership firm.
- PAN/VAT Certificate from the Inland Revenue Office
- Prepare Required Documents
Submit the following documents to DoCSM:
- Application form (available at the department or online)
- Copy of Company Registration Certificate
- Copy of PAN/VAT Certificate
- Copy of Citizenship Certificate of the proprietor/partners/directors
- Passport-size photos
- Tax clearance certificate (Not for newly registering company)
- Import/Export-related documents (if applicable)
- Partner/Proprietor/Director should be present at the premises for verification.
- Submit Application
Submit the application form and all required documents at the Department of Commerce and Supply Management online through https://doc.gov.np The submitted Documents will be checked and verified by the officials and after verification of Documents and payment of respective tax Registration certificate Can Be Obtained.
Location: Babarmahal, Kathmandu
4. Verification and Processing
The department reviews your documents. In some cases, they may ask for additional clarifications or schedule an in-person inquiry.
- Pay the Registration Fee
The registration fee varies depending on your business size and scope.
1. Name Reservation Fee
- Typically, NPR 100, charged when reserving your business name.
2. Company/Commerce Registration Fee
This fee depends on your authorized capital:
Authorized Capital | Estimated Fee (NPR) |
Up to NPR 100,000 | 1,000 |
NPR 100,001 – 500,000 | 4,500 |
NPR 500,001 – 2,500,000 | 9,500 |
NPR 2,500,001 – 10,000,000 | 16,000 |
Above NPR 10,000,000 | 19,000 |
Note: Additional regional/local fees may apply and may change as per government Rule .
- Obtain the Registration Certificate
Once approved, you’ll receive an official Commerce and Supply Business Registration Certificate, authorizing you to operate and engage in regulated trade activities.
Key Benefits of Registration:
- Legal authorization to engage in import/export and trading
- Eligibility for trade licenses and export incentives
- Access to government procurement, tenders, and subsidies
- Recognition as a verified trader or supplier
- Enhanced credibility in domestic and international trade
DISCLAIMER:
“The information provided in this blog is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the content accurate and up to date, procedures, requirements, and government regulations may change over time.”