Register Your Business Name in 48 Hours

Q: 4. Where do I register my business name?

You register online via the BRELA ORS portal . No physical visits are required.

We help you get legally registered with BRELA with just TZS 75,000 — including name search, government fees, registration certificate, and free support for TIN and Trade Name setup.

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Business Name Registration in Tanzania

Looking to register your business name with BRELA? At V.A Business Consultants in Dodoma, we help individuals and entrepreneurs across Tanzania register their business names quickly, legally, and stress-free — often within just 48 hours.

✅ What’s Included in This Service

1. Business name search and reservation via BRELA ORS
2. Document preparation and filing via BRELA ORS
3. Upload of supporting documents
4. Government fee payments on your behalf
5. Digital Certificate of Registration issued by BRELA
6. Dedicated consultant to guide you throughout

📄 What You’ll Need

1. 🆔 National ID (NIDA number)
2. 📝 2–3 proposed business names
3. 📞 Valid phone number and email address
4. 🏢 Business address/location
5. 💼 Business activity to be done

📝 Steps On How It Works

1. Submit your suggested business names, ownership details and documents
2. We do BRELA name search and communicate with you the outcome of name search
3. You approve the business name to be registered
4. We file and process the registration
5. We send the certificates via email or WhatsApp

⏱ Section: Timeline & Fees

The total fee for this service is TZS 75,000, covering the entire registration process — including name search, document preparation, government filing, government payments and issuance of your digital certificate.

💡 What’s also included at no extra charge:

1. Assistance with new TIN registration (for those without a TIN)
2. Support in filing for updating your TIN to reflect your new business name under “trading as”

These added services are part of the package — provided to ensure you’re not only registered, but also fully prepared to operate legally and start serving clients right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a business name?

A business name is the name under which a person or group operates a business that is not a separate legal entity like a company. It’s used by sole proprietors or partnerships.

2. Why should I register my business name?

Registering gives you legal recognition, protects your brand, allows business banking, and enables you to apply for licenses and tenders.

3. Who can register a business name in Tanzania?

Any Tanzanian citizen or foreign resident with a valid permit can register a business name individually or in partnership.

4. Where do I register my business name?

You register online via the BRELA ORS portal. No physical visits are required.

5. How long does it take to register?

It typically takes 1–3 working days if all documents and information are correct.

6. What are the steps to register a business name?

Sign up on BRELA ORS, reserve a name, fill the form, upload documents, pay fees, then download your certificate once approved.

7. Can I register from outside Tanzania?

Yes, if you have a valid Tanzanian ID or residence/work permit. Everything is done online.

8. What documents are required?

ID (NIDA or passport) and signed form. Partnerships may also need a partnership agreement for TIN processing.

9. Can I convert it into a company later?

Yes but only when you have filed and approved for ceasation of your business name at BRELA and apply the same name in company registration.

10. Is a business name the same as a company?

No. A business name is not a separate legal entity. The owner is personally liable. Companies offer limited liability.

11. Do I need to renew my registration?

No renewal is required. But you are required to pay for business name maintanance fee each anniversary year but also any changes (name, address, ownership) must be reported to BRELA.

12. Is my name protected after registration?

Yes. Once registered, no one else can use that name legally or register it again in Tanzania.

13. Can I register multiple business names?

Yes. You can register and own more than one business name, each treated independently.

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💬 What Our Clients Say

“V.A Business Consultants registered my business name in less than two days. Very responsive team!”
– Grace, Dar es Salaam

🚀 Want to Register Your Business Name Now?

Start today and get your official BRELA Business Name Certificates in 2 days or less — with full guidance from our expert consultants.

✅ Includes TIN setup support
✅ WhatsApp support every step

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