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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Investment Certificate Registration” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”||||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font_size=”51px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”17px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
All foreign investors looking to establish a business in Kano State must first obtain an Investment Certificate from the Kano State Investment Agency and Diaspora (KanInvest). The minimum capital requirement is an investment sum of at least <\/span>US$ 50,000<\/span><\/p>\n To apply for the certificate, the following documents must be submitted to KanInvest for review:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n A non-refundable application fee of US$ 200<\/i> and issuance fee of US$ 800<\/i> apply. Payment is in US$ Cash or it\u2019s equivalent in Naira.<\/span><\/p>\n KanInvest’s Internal Approval Committee evaluates applications and aims to issue Investment Certificates within 7-10 working days upon submission of complete documentation.<\/span><\/p>\n After obtaining the certificate, KanInvest also assists investors with additional licensing, permits and approvals required before full business operations commence based on the specific industry and projects.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Business Residence Permit (BRP)” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”26px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_level=”h2″ title_text_color=”#119933″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”17px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n After acquiring their investment certificate, investors are required to get a Business Residence Permit (BRP) that would allow him\/her to stay in the country to carry out his\/her business operations.<\/span><\/p>\n Below are key documents needed to apply for a BRP:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A non-refundable processing fee of <\/span>25,000 Naira<\/span> and issuance fee <\/span>of 150,000 Naira apply<\/span>. With all materials submitted and recommended, BRP endorsements into passports generally require 7-10 working days.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Temporary Work Permits” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#119933″ title_font_size=”26px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_level=”h2″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Open Sans||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”17px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Where foreign expertise is essential for smooth operations, companies can apply for Temporary Work Permits (TWPs) valid between 1-3 years. Renewals may be granted up to 6 years for qualifying skilled personnel.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The TWP application to KanInvest demands submission of the forms, letters, documentation as listed above for BRPs, with additional requirements including proof of local understudy training and succession planning for knowledge transfers. Companies pay a non-refundable TWP processing fee of 25,000 Naira and issuance fee of 150,000 Naira.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Investment ProceduresAll foreign investors looking to establish a business in Kano State must first obtain an Investment Certificate from the Kano State Investment Agency and Diaspora (KanInvest). 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