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Non-profit and NGO (Section 21) registration
Legally establish your charity, religious organization, foundation or community association in Namibia. We draft a compliant constitution, handle your BIPA filings and arrange your tax exemption without delay.
N$ 12,450 once-offAll BIPA lodgement fees, charter drafting and statutory filings are included.
Fast track: 5 to 8 daysWhat’s in this package
- BIPA name search and reservation: We check and reserve the name of your association or non-profit.
- Section 21 memorandum and articles or constitution: We draft non-profit charters that comply with the Companies Act, with the non-distribution clauses properly protected.
- Certificate of incorporation: You receive the stamped founding charter and incorporation documents that confirm your legal status.
- Register of directors and trustees: We lodge your board members, patrons or executive management with BIPA.
- NamRA non-profit tax registration: We obtain your official tax number and guide you through applying for tax-exempt or Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) status.
- Bank account readiness pack: A certified legal file set up for opening a non-profit bank account.
What you need to get started
- Certified copies of IDs or passports for all founding directors or trustees (we recommend at least 3)
- Proof of residential address for each founding director or board member
- 1 to 4 proposed names for your non-profit or association
- Your main objectives and a statement of public benefit (charitable, educational, social or religious)
- A registered physical and postal address in Namibia
How it works
Send objectives and IDs
Send board member ID copies, physical addresses and your mission statement by WhatsApp or email.
Sign the charter
We draft the Section 21 constitution and send it round for your directors to sign.
Receive your NGO file
Within 5 to 8 working days, you receive your stamped registration certificates, certified director list and tax documents.
Ready to register your NGO?
Fill in the form below so our team can check your proposed name and start drafting your charter right away.
- 5 to 8 working days
- 100% BIPA and non-profit compliant
- Fixed price N$ 12,450
NGO Registration
Official NGO Intake Form