Key facts
- Region
- East Africa
- Corporate tax
- 30%
- VAT
- 5%
- Currency
- ERN
- Time zone
- EAT
- Language
- Tigrinya/Arabic
- Avg. engagement cost (year 1)
- $14,750
Key advantages
- 30% corporate tax.
- Massawa free port.
- Local market access.
Entity types
| Type | Full name | Tax | VAT | Min. capital | Setup time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLC | Private Limited Company | 30% | 5% | ERN 50.000 | 3–6 weeks | Local trade, regional access |
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