Tanzania
Corporate Guide

Are there any filing requirements for a change of directors or a change in shareholding in Tanzania?

Any changes made with respect to a company are required to be filed and incorporated in the company’s annual returns. These are filed at BRELA every year. The changes are, however, to be filed separately with their respective form(s).

For changes in directors / secretaries:

• Form 210a – Appointment of a Director or Secretary
• Form 210b – Termination of a Director or Secretary
• Form 210c – Change of Directors’ Particulars (including name and address)

For changes in shareholding:

• Form 55a – Return on Allotment of Shares
• Stamped Share Transfer Form – Transfer of Shares
• Form 14d – Declaration by the registered owner of shares but who does not hold the beneficial interest in such shares

These forms would have to be accompanied by the relevant resolutions (board / shareholders as required). Further, share transfers would have to be accompanied by stamped share transfer forms evidencing that the relevant taxes have been paid as well as a tax clearance certificate issued by the TRA.