Please note that this checklist is not exhaustive and you may need to consult with legal professionals or business advisors for specific guidance tailored to your business needs in Ethiopia.
Links to relevant government offices and laws:
The Commercial Code of Ethiopia
Investment Proclamation No. 1180/2020:
Council of Ministers Investment Incentives Regulation No. 517/2022:
A Directive to Regulate Foreign Investors’ Participation in Restricted Export, Import, Wholesale, and Retail Trade No. 1001/2024:
Special Economic Zone Proclamation No. 1322/202:
Ethiopian Investment Commission official website: