Business formalization

Formalize your business and protect what you're building

We help you choose the right structure, prepare the documents, and coordinate the necessary records so that your project starts in an orderly fashion, with legal backing and access to new opportunities.

Emprendedora conversa con un asesor legal sobre los documentos para constituir su empresa
Benefits

Why formalize your business project?

Formalization is not just a formality: it is the foundation that allows you to grow securely, access financing, and work with companies and the government.

1

Protection of your assets

When forming a limited liability company, the liability of the partners is generally limited to their contributions, and personal assets are separated from business assets.

2

Credibility with clients and partners

Having an RNC, Commercial Registry and protected trade name allows you to hire, invoice and present yourself with the seriousness that clients, suppliers and investors expect.

3

Access to formal financing

Financial institutions evaluate companies based on their legal structure and up-to-date records. Formalizing a business makes it easier to open accounts and apply for credit.

4

Selling to the Government

A formal company can register in the State Supplier Registry and bid to hundreds of public entities in purchasing and contracting processes.

5

Support and training programs

Public and trade institutions, such as the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and SMEs and the chambers of commerce, guide and support formalized businesses.

6

Growth and expansion

Issuing tax receipts, hiring staff with social security, incorporating partners, or planning exports is easier and safer with an organized legal framework.

Corporate vehicles

Legal forms contemplated by Dominican legislation

Law 479-08 on Commercial Companies and Individual Limited Liability Companies, as amended by Law 31-11, recognizes the following forms. We help you choose the one that best suits your project.

Limited Liability Company (SRL)

Capital divided into corporate quotas (cuotas sociales), with the partners’ liability limited to their contributions. It is one of the most commonly used forms among small and medium-sized businesses.

Common in SMEs

Individual Limited Liability Company (EIRL)

It allows a single person to start a business with separate business assets from their personal assets, without the need to partner with anyone.

Single owner

Corporation (S.A.)

Capital represented by shares, with liability limited to the contribution. Suited to larger-scale projects, with a corporate governance structure.

Shares

Simplified Corporation (S.A.S.)

A flexible form introduced by Law 479-08, with more agile organization and operating rules and liability limited to the partners’ contributions.

Flexible

General Partnership (Sociedad en Nombre Colectivo)

The partners are jointly and severally liable for the company's debts. It is based on trust among the partners.

Unlimited liability

Limited Partnership (Sociedad en Comandita Simple)

It combines managing partners, with unlimited liability, and limited partners, whose liability is limited to their contribution.

Two classes of partners

Limited Partnership by Shares (Sociedad en Comandita por Acciones)

A variant of a limited partnership whose capital is represented by shares, with managing partners and limited partners.

Infrequent use

It's also possible to operate as a sole proprietor with a business name and tax identification number (RNC), although there's no separation between personal and business assets. The choice depends on the number of partners, capital, risk level, and growth plans; we'll recommend it during our initial conversation.

Why hire us?

A process in the hands of lawyers, no surprises

Formalizing your business with the wrong structure or incomplete documents can cost more than doing it right from the start. That's what you get with our support.

1

We choose the right structure

We analyze partners, activity, capital and growth plan to recommend the legal structure that really suits you.

2

Statutes tailored to your needs

We draft clear rules on contributions, administration, decision-making, and partner exit, to prevent future conflicts.

3

Coordinated procedures from beginning to end

We take care of the business name, the Commercial Registry and the RNC, and keep you informed of every development.

4

Fewer errors, less rework

A complete and well-prepared file avoids rejections, observations, and delays that cost time and money.

5

Professional responsibility

Your process is handled by lawyers, with the scope and fees explained before starting any procedure.

6

Support after incorporation

We will advise you on the next steps and, if you wish, we can continue as your legal team on a retainer basis.

Added value

Your company is ready to operate and to sell

In addition to setting up your company, we can assist you with two key processes that allow you to start operating and generating revenue more quickly.

Additional service

Opening your business bank account

With the company documentation ready, we guide and assist you in opening the account in the company's name, which is essential for receiving payments, paying suppliers, and separating the business's finances.

  • Guidance on the requirements of the banking institution
  • Preparation and organization of corporate documents
  • Coordination and support in the process
Additional service

State Supplier Registry (RPE)

We assist you in registering with the General Directorate of Public Procurement, so that your company can bid on State entities in procurement and contracting processes.

  • Review of the company's purpose and required documentation
  • Preparation of the file and bank certification
  • Registration management and follow-up until approval

Registration with the RPE is free at the DGCP; our fees cover the management and preparation of the application. Account opening is subject to the policies and approval of each bank. More information at dgcp.gob.do y formalize.gob.do.

How we work

A clear process, from beginning to end

01

Initial conversation

We know the activity, the participants, the proposed name, and how decisions will be made.

02

Proposed scope

We need documents, procedures, fees, estimated rates and any additional services your company requires.

03

Constitution and records

We prepare and manage what has been agreed upon with the relevant institutions and keep you informed of the progress.

04

Start of operations

We'll guide you on the next steps, including tax receipts and, if you'll have employees, social security and labor obligations.

Requirements, fees, and processing times depend on the legal structure, capital, province, and project characteristics. Avoid submitting identification or other sensitive data through the initial form.

Let's talk about your project

Tell us what the company will do, who will be involved, and where it will operate. We will explain the scope and costs before starting any procedures.

Request a proposal →

Formalize your company with a clear legal foundation.

We help you choose the right structure, prepare the necessary documents, and coordinate the required records to get started smoothly. Every project has different partners, activities, and needs; that's why we define the scope before providing a quote.

Emprendedora conversa con un asesor legal sobre los documentos para constituir su empresa

Choosing the structure

We review whether it is advisable to operate as a sole proprietor, EIRL or company, depending on who participates and how the business will operate.

Document the agreements

We prepare the constitutive documents and define the purpose, contributions, administration and basic rules between partners.

Complete the records

We coordinate the procedures for the commercial name, Commercial Registry and RNC that correspond to the project.

A clear process, from beginning to end

01 · Initial conversation

We know the activity, the participants, the proposed name, and how decisions will be made.

02 · Scope proposal

We need documents, procedures, fees, estimated rates and what additional steps your company needs.

03 · Constitution and records

We prepare and manage the agreed terms with the relevant institutions, and we keep you informed of the progress.

04 · Start of operations

We'll guide you on the next steps, including tax receipts and, if you'll have employees, social security and labor obligations.

To begin

Tell us what your company will do, who will be involved, where it will operate, and if it already has a business name. During our initial conversation, we'll let you know which documents you should gather. Please avoid sending identification or other sensitive information through the initial form.

Let's talk about your project

Request a proposal to formalize your company. We will explain the scope and costs before starting any procedures.

Request a proposal →

The requirements, fees, and timelines depend on the legal structure, capital, province, and project characteristics. Employer registration and employee registration are handled as applicable.

Packages and prices for creating an SRL company in the Dominican Republic

Basic Package

CAPITAL OF RD$ 100,000.00
$ 25,000
00
Includes:
  • Company Name (Commercial Registry).
  • Certificate of Commercial Registration (Chamber of Commerce).
  • Articles of Association of the Company.
  • Capital Tax Payment Receipt.
  • List of Members - Shareholders.
  • Registration in the National Taxpayer Registry (RNC).
  • Capital Tax Payments.
  • Payment of Commercial Registry Fee.
  • Business Name Payment.
  • Payment for Publication of Trade Name.
  • Payment for Management and Fees.
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Premium Package

CAPITAL OF RD$ 100,000.00
$ 34,000
00
Includes:
  • Company Name (Commercial Registry).
  • Certificate of Commercial Registration (Chamber of Commerce).
  • Articles of Association of the Company.
  • Capital Tax Payment Receipt.
  • List of Members - Shareholders.
  • Registration in the National Taxpayer Registry (RNC).
  • Capital Tax Payments.
  • Payment of Commercial Registry Fee.
  • Business Name Payment.
  • Payment for Publication of Trade Name.
  • Payment for Management and Fees.
  • Registration on the Compras Dominicana portal
  • State Supplier Registry (RPE)
  • Registration in the DGII Virtual Office.
  • DGII Username and Password.
  • Pre-application for Tax Receipts.
  • Authorization for Opening a Bank Account.
  • NCF data validation.
  • Company Pre-Inked Seal.
  • Membership Certificates.
  • Premium Folder.
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