Company Formation in Albania

Andoni Law & Tax assists foreign individuals and companies with the legal steps required to form and register a business in Albania.

We help clients prepare incorporation documents, identify the correct company structure, coordinate registration and understand the practical legal steps that follow after company formation.

This service is suitable for investors who want to open an Albanian LLC/SHPK, register a branch of a foreign company or establish a corporate presence before starting commercial activity.

Company Formation Services in Albania

This service may include:

• choosing the legal structure
• preparing incorporation documents
• drafting articles of association
• preparing powers of attorney
• registration support before the competent authorities
• initial corporate documentation
• support for foreign shareholders or administrators
• coordination with tax, registry and notarial steps
• post-registration legal guidance
• legal review before opening bank accounts or signing business contracts

When You Should Use This Service

This service is particularly useful when:

• you want to open an Albanian LLC/SHPK
• you are a foreign investor entering Albania
• you need a branch or subsidiary
• you need a company before applying for permits or licenses
• you want to structure ownership correctly from the beginning
• you need bilingual documents and legal representation
• you want to avoid registration mistakes or unclear corporate documents

How We Handle Company Formation

1. We review the business plan and ownership structure

We identify the proposed activity, shareholders, administrator, capital structure and practical needs of the new company.

2. We prepare the incorporation documents

We prepare the corporate documents required for registration and adapt them to the client's structure and business purpose.

3. We coordinate signatures and representation

Where the client is abroad, we help structure the process through appropriate authorization documents when possible.

4. We follow the registration procedure

We assist with the registration process and monitor the legal steps required to complete incorporation.

5. We advise on next steps

After registration, we advise on licenses, contracts, tax-related legal issues, employment documents and corporate governance needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Company Formation in Albania

What company type is commonly used by foreign investors in Albania?

Many foreign investors use the limited liability company, known as SHPK, because it is a flexible corporate form for commercial activity. The right structure depends on the business model.

Can a foreign company register a branch in Albania?

In many cases, yes. A foreign company may register a branch in Albania if the required corporate documents and authorizations are properly prepared.

Can you assist if the shareholder is abroad?

Yes. We can advise on representation through powers of attorney and other documents, depending on the requirements of the specific case.

Do you also prepare documents after company registration?

Yes. We assist with shareholder resolutions, contract templates, corporate amendments, licenses and other legal documents after incorporation.

Need Company Formation Assistance in Albania?

Contact Andoni Law & Tax to prepare and register your Albanian company with clear corporate documentation and legal support.

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