SECP registration online: eZfile, LEAP and digital signature explained

SECP online registration lets you reserve a name and file incorporation documents through SECP's online system, so you do not need to visit an office. SECP refers to eZfile for online filing. You may need a user account and a digital signature to authenticate submissions.

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What are eZfile and LEAP for SECP filing?

eZfile SECP filing is SECP's online system for company incorporation and later filings, accessed through SECP's eServices portal. People also search for LEAP in the same context. Portal names and features change, so check SECP's website for the current system and use the one it directs you to.

Do you need a digital signature for SECP filing?

Online submissions usually require a way to authenticate the signatory, and a digital signature is commonly used for this. Confirm current requirements on the SECP portal before you start, because they vary by filing type.

What can you file online?

  • Name reservation and incorporation.
  • Annual returns and statutory forms.
  • Changes in directors or registered office.

Why do online filings get rejected?

Common reasons are names that do not match across documents, missing signatures and incomplete member details. Check against the documents checklist.

Next steps

Fee: company registration fees in Pakistan. Process: how to register a company in Pakistan.

Checklist before you start an online filing

  • A reserved name and its expiry date.
  • Scanned, legible documents for every member and director.
  • A working email and mobile number for the account.
  • Payment method for the SECP fee: company registration fees in Pakistan.

Questions people ask about SECP online filing

Is SECP registration completely online?

SECP accepts online filing for company incorporation, so a physical visit is generally not required.

Where is the official portal?

On secp.gov.pk. Always use the official site.

Do I need a separate account for each filing?

You create a user account once and use it for filings.