Start a business in six steps.

1. 1Mark done: Write a business plan

   Small Business Bureau

   Write a business plan

   Set out your goals and how you will reach them. The SBB’s business plan template doubles as its grant application.

   • Business plan and grant application form (PDF)
2. 2Mark done: Register your business name

   Deeds and Commercial Registries Authority

   Register your business name

   Fill out the application form, then collect your certificate after three business days.

   • Business name registration at DCRA
3. 3Mark done: Get a TIN certificate

   Guyana Revenue Authority

   Get a TIN certificate

   Apply for a Taxpayer Identification Number for your business.

   • How to get a TIN at GRA
4. 4Mark done: Register with NIS

   National Insurance Scheme

   Register with NIS

   Register as an employer, or as a self-employed person.

   • Employer registration (PDF)
   • Self-employed registration (PDF)
5. 5Mark done: Connect electricity

   Guyana Power and Light

   Connect electricity

   Apply for a new service for your new business or location.

   • New business service at GPL
6. 6Mark done: Access grants and loans

   Small Business Bureau

   Access grants and loans

   Eligible small businesses can apply for development grants of GYD 200,000 to 500,000, and for loans backed by the SBB’s credit guarantee.

   • Grants and business support
   • Business loans

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