Register Your 100% Foreign-Owned Company in Cambodia: Step-by-Step CamDX Process

Can Foreigners Own 100% of a Cambodian Company?

Yes. Cambodia's Law on Commercial Enterprises and the 1994 Investment Law permit foreign nationals to own 100% of a Private Limited Company (known as a "Co., Ltd." or "SARL" in Khmer) in the majority of business sectors. This is one of Cambodia's most significant competitive advantages over neighbors like Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, where foreign ownership is often capped.

There are a small number of restricted sectors (see below), but for the vast majority of businesses — trading, services, technology, consulting, hospitality, retail, and manufacturing — 100% foreign ownership is fully permitted and legally protected.

The CamDX Digital Registration System

The CamDX (Cambodia Data Exchange) portal at registrationservices.gov.kh is Cambodia's integrated business registration platform. Launched as part of the Government's digital transformation agenda, CamDX connects the Ministry of Commerce (MoC), General Department of Taxation (GDT), and Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training (MLVT) in a single online workflow.

Prior to CamDX, company registration required visiting multiple government offices over several weeks. Now, the integrated system can process MoC incorporation and GDT tax registration simultaneously, dramatically reducing the timeline. A licensed Cambodian lawyer will be familiar with navigating the CamDX portal.

Complete Registration Process: Step by Step

Cost Breakdown (2026)

Post-Registration Requirements

Once registered, Cambodian companies must comply with ongoing obligations, including:

• Monthly tax filing (Withholding Tax, VAT, Prepayment Tax) with GDT by the 20th of each month
• Annual Tax Return submission by March 31 each year
• NSSF (National Social Security Fund) monthly contributions for all employees
• Annual MLVT registration renewal and employee declaration
• Annual Patent Tax payment (approx. USD 50–200 depending on company size)
• Audited financial statements for companies meeting threshold requirements
• Corporate governance updates (shareholder changes, director appointments) filed with MoC

Do I Need to Be in Cambodia to Register?

No. A licensed Cambodian lawyer can handle the majority of the registration process remotely with notarized, apostilled documents sent from your home country. The main in-person requirement is the corporate bank account opening — most Cambodian banks require the account holder to be present, though some institutions allow representation with a notarized power of attorney for non-resident directors.

Many foreign entrepreneurs register their Cambodian company before arriving, ensuring everything is operational from day one. A licensed Cambodian lawyer can coordinate the remote process and keep you updated at each step.