Mattar Law Firm, Beirut.

Representative Office in Lebanon

A Representative Office (also called a liaison office) is a legal structure for foreign companies that want a presence in Lebanon without conducting direct commercial activities. It serves only non-trading functions like market research, promotion, and liaison services.

Main Features

  • No capital required
  • Cannot engage in revenue-generating activities
  • Used for marketing, data collection, communication
  • Must appoint a local attorney

Permitted Functions

  • Market and feasibility research
  • Client follow-up and technical liaison
  • Marketing Lebanese products abroad
  • Building contacts prior to full market entry

Legal Process

  1. Prepare parent company documents (legalized and translated)
  2. Draft a power of attorney to appoint local legal counsel
  3. Submit application to Commercial Registry

Why Choose a Representative Office?

  • Quick and simple setup
  • Minimal legal obligations
  • Perfect for feasibility or regional studies

Mattar Law Firm guides you in setting up a Representative Office efficiently while staying fully compliant with Lebanese law.

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