Scope of service
- Check activity-specific restrictions and approvals.
- Design the ownership and management structure.
- Identify documents for individuals and foreign corporate investors.
- Consider investment, tax and transfer implications.
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Foreign Ownership and Company Formation in Syria
Foreign ownership is not just a percentage question; it must be tested against the activity, licensing route, funding, management and practical operation.
Last updated: 8 September 2026
What we deliver
- A preliminary foreign-ownership feasibility assessment.
- A comparison of ownership, branch and partnership options.
- An approvals and documents map.
- Governance terms protecting the investor’s legal rights.
How we work
- Define the activity, parties and commercial objectives.
- Select the appropriate structure and regulatory route.
- Prepare documents and complete registration or approvals.
- Support post-completion governance and continuing compliance.
Legal points to manage
Using a nominee or undocumented arrangement to bypass a possible restriction creates ownership, control and enforcement risks. The structure should be lawful, transparent and operational.
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign investor own 100%?
The answer depends on the entity, activity and applicable approvals. The project should be reviewed before ownership is fixed.
Is a Syrian partner mandatory?
Requirements may differ by sector and legal form; the need for a local partner should not be assumed either way.
How are investor rights protected?
Through consistent constitutional documents and agreements covering authority, funding, exit and dispute resolution.
Discuss your legal project in Syria
Send a short description of the activity, parties and objective so we can identify the legal path and document requirements.