How to set up a free zone company in Tangier

Setting up a company in Tangier, in the free zone, is a structured process that requires certain formalities. Nord Sud Management offers a support service to help companies set up successfully in Tangiers. Here are the main steps involved in setting up a business in this strategic zone.

1. Preparing the application for authorisation

First and foremost, it is necessary to obtain authorisation to carry on business in the free zone. This process begins with the submission of a complete file including :

  • A negative certificate indicating the name of the company (up to three proposed names).
  • A presentation of the business project and a summary business plan.
  • A certified copy of the partners' passports or official documents for a legal entity.
  • A duly completed and authenticated installation questionnaire.
  • A commitment to comply with the specifications of the free zone.
  • A copy of the signed lease for business premises.
  • Once the application is ready, it is submitted to the Wilaya de Tanger Commission, which meets every month to examine the applications.

2. Obtain authorisation and register the company

Once the Commission has given its approval, the company receives official authorisation to operate in the TFZ. The next step is to register the company, which includes :

Signing the company's articles of association.
Depositing signatures with the legalisation office.
Opening a bank account and, if necessary, depositing share capital.
Registration is accompanied by additional formalities such as obtaining a Common Company Identifier (ICE), registering with the Trade Register (RC) and paying Professional Tax (TP), as well as registering with the CNSS.

3. Renting business space in Tangier

The free zone offers a variety of premises tailored to the needs of businesses. Rates start at €170 per month for a 5 m² office. Lease contracts must be signed and submitted to Moroccan legislation before moving in.

4. Managing administrative obligations

Once the company has been set up, it must ensure that it complies with the administrative and tax obligations in force. This includes :

Bookkeeping and completing tax and social security returns.
Compliance with legal formalities, such as Ordinary General Meetings.
Thanks to the services offered by Nord Sud Management, these tasks can be outsourced, allowing companies to concentrate on their core business.

In conclusion, setting up a company in the Tangiers Free Zone is a clear and efficient process, supported by a simplified administrative framework and specialised support services. As a result, companies can quickly establish themselves in a dynamic environment that is conducive to their development.

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