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apply for IDAL’s incentives
know if I qualify for IDAL’s incentives
request IDAL’s support through the BSU
know if I qualify for the BSU Support
to know what are the BSU services
know what are the steps to open a business
know what are the licenses and permits needed to open a business
know more about Investment Opportunities in Lebanon
operate in Lebanon
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Business Support Unit
About the Unit
>> Services
>> Who Can Benefit
>> How to Apply
Start Together
>> Financing Options
>> Support Institutions
Plan Together
>> Plan your Business
>> Choose your Business Structure
>> Register your Business
>> Get your Licenses
Grow Together
>> Protect your Idea
>> Employ People
>> Know your Taxes
>> Know your Accounting
>> Understand your Financials
>> Access New Markets
FAQs
>> IP and Confidentiality Agreement
>> Legal structures to establish a Business
>> Company registration process
>> Shareholders Agreement
>> Work, residency permits and employment contract
>> Accounting and Record Keeping
>> Audit Obligations and Deadlines
>> Taxes and Deadlines
>> Termination Process
>> Circular 331
>> Dispute resolution mechanism
>> Limitations and Restrictions for foreign investors
FAQ
Termination Process
If I decide to terminate the business is there any special procedure?
Termination of a business starts by notifying the Ministry of Finance through submitting special declarations (تصريح توقف عن العمل) within two months after the termination decision of the business, together with Minutes/ Resolution approving such termination. There are also penalties for the failure to submit the required declaration:
Joint stock (SAL) Companies: LBP 2,000,000
Limited liability (SARL) & Exempted companies: LBP 1,000,000
Partnerships and Proprietorships: LBP 300,000
Lazarieh Tower, 4th Floor, Emir Bechir Street, Riad El-Solh Beirut, Lebanon,P.O.Box 113-7251
Phone
+961 1 983306 Ext:286