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Costing a Foreign Subsidiary: Rough Budget for Year One
Estimate the typical costs to establish and operate a foreign-owned subsidiary in Namibia during its first year.
Typical First-Year Costs
Budget items include company registration, professional fees, bank onboarding, office lease, work permit costs and initial payroll — plan for a conservative cushion.
Sample Ranges
- Registration & professional fees: N$3,500–10,000
- Banking & KYC: N$1,000–5,000
- Work permits per expatriate: N$5,000–15,000
Practical Advice
Prepare a 12-month cash runway and engage advisors early to reduce unexpected costs.
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