Your partner for investing and doing business in Pakistan
PIVRA helps international investors and companies understand Pakistan, enter it and operate with confidence: due diligence, market entry, licensing guidance, expert access and research, from the team of an SECP-registered research institute in Lahore.
Six ways we support investors
Each service can be engaged on its own or combined into a single programme with one lead and one fixed fee.
Investment Due Diligence
Independent due diligence on the sector, regulatory position and operating environment behind an investment in Pakistan.
From USD 4,500 per report
Learn more02Market Entry Strategy & Roadmaps
A sourced roadmap for entering Pakistan: market, entry options, authorities, registrations and the order to do things in.
From USD 3,500 per roadmap
Learn more03Registration, Licensing & Approvals Guidance
Step-by-step guidance through company registration, tax registration, sector licences and approvals in Pakistan.
From USD 1,500 per process
Learn more04Expert Consultations
One-to-one consultations with Pakistani specialists selected for your question: former officials, sector practitioners and researchers.
From USD 500 per consultation
Learn more05Investment Facilitation & Agency Liaison
Introductions to Pakistan's official investment facilitation bodies, preparation for meetings you request, and follow-up through official channels.
From USD 2,500 / month
Learn more06Local Representation & Ongoing Support
A dedicated point of contact in Pakistan: monitoring, research on request, coordination and on-the-ground support while you build your presence.
From USD 2,000 / month
Learn moreHow support typically unfolds
- AssessMarket and sector assessment, expert consultations.
- VerifyDue diligence on the sector, regulation and counterparties.
- PlanEntry structure, location and a sequenced roadmap.
- EstablishRegistrations, licences and engagement with investment bodies.
- OperateLocal representation, monitoring and ongoing support.
The bodies we help you work with
We identify which institutions matter for your investment, arrange introductions through official channels and prepare you for every meeting.
Board of Investment (BOI)
Federal investment promotion and facilitation, branch and liaison office permissions, special economic zones.
Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)
Facilitation of investment in priority sectors, including agriculture, information technology, minerals and energy.
Provincial investment boards
The boards of investment of Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan for province-level projects.
Regulators and registries
The SECP, the FBR, the State Bank of Pakistan and sector regulators for registrations, tax and licensing.
Transparent by design
Serious investors need a local partner who will pass their compliance review. These rules are written into every engagement.
We do
- Research, due diligence and roadmaps
- Introductions through official channels
- Meeting preparation and accompaniment, with you present
- Written records and follow-up
We never
- Offer payments, gifts or benefits to officials
- Claim influence over decisions
- Promise faster approvals
- Share confidential official information
Starting fees for investor support
| Investor Support | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Investment Due DiligenceIndependent due diligence on the sector, regulatory position and operating environment behind an investment in Pakistan. | USD 4,500per report |
| Market Entry Strategy & RoadmapsA sourced roadmap for entering Pakistan: market, entry options, authorities, registrations and the order to do things in. | USD 3,500per roadmap |
| Registration, Licensing & Approvals GuidanceStep-by-step guidance through company registration, tax registration, sector licences and approvals in Pakistan. | USD 1,500per process |
| Expert ConsultationsOne-to-one consultations with Pakistani specialists selected for your question: former officials, sector practitioners and researchers. | USD 500per consultation |
| Investment Facilitation & Agency LiaisonIntroductions to Pakistan's official investment facilitation bodies, preparation for meetings you request, and follow-up through official channels. | USD 2,500 / month |
| Local Representation & Ongoing SupportA dedicated point of contact in Pakistan: monitoring, research on request, coordination and on-the-ground support while you build your presence. | USD 2,000 / month |
Built for organisations that need to get Pakistan right
Investor support: frequently asked questions
Do you deal with government officials on our behalf?
We introduce you to official investment facilitation bodies through official channels, prepare you for meetings you request and accompany you to them. You are present at every meeting. We never offer payments or benefits to officials and never promise faster approvals.
How much does investor support cost?
Expert consultations start from USD 500, registration and licensing guidance from USD 1,500 per process, market entry roadmaps from USD 3,500, due diligence reports from USD 4,500, and monthly support from USD 2,000. See Pricing.
Do you work with clients outside Pakistan?
Yes. Engagements can be delivered entirely remotely in English, fees are quoted in US dollars for clients abroad, and calls are arranged across time zones. See For International Clients.
Who will we be working with?
A named lead from the research team of the Pakistan Institute for Vision Research and Action, an SECP-registered institute in Lahore, supported by specialists engaged for your engagement.
Is our inquiry confidential?
Yes. Inquiries are handled in confidence, and a non-disclosure agreement can be signed before detailed scoping.
Does commissioned work affect what the institute publishes?
No. Commissioned work is not published unless the client chooses, and clients have no editorial control over the institute’s research. See Compliance & Independence.
Do you provide legal or tax advice?
No. We provide research, guidance and support, and we work alongside your appointed lawyers and accountants.
Planning an investment in Pakistan?
Send a short outline of your organisation, your question and your timeline. We reply within two business days with questions or a fixed quote. The first conversation is free and confidential.