Investments (Corporate & Commercial)

Foreign Investment in Libya Under Law No. 9 of 2010

Law No. 9 of 2010 governs foreign investment in Libya and sets out the legal framework for foreign companies seeking to establish a presence in the country.

Karbal & Co advises on all aspects of foreign investment, including structuring, regulatory approvals, and compliance requirements. We assist clients in navigating complex administrative procedures and ensuring full compliance with Libyan laws.

With the most experienced lawyers in fintech, our firm supports fintech and financial services companies, with particular strength in intellectual property and technology-related licensing agreements.

Why Karbal & Co

• Extensive experience advising foreign companies in Libya
• Strong expertise in company formation, licensing, and commercial agreements
• Deep understanding of Law No. 9 of 2010 and regulatory frameworks
• Sector-specific expertise, including fintech and regulated industries

Business Set Up and Company Formation in Libya

We provide comprehensive support for business set up in Libya, including:

• Company formation in Libya (LLCs, joint ventures, and investment entities)
• Structuring investments under Law No. 9 of 2010
• Registration of branches of foreign companies in Libya
• Advising on ownership restrictions and minimum capital requirements
• Establishing legally compliant corporate structures for foreign investors
• Liquidation of assets and businesses in Libya

Licensing and Regulatory Compliance

Our services on licensing in Libya include:

• Securing commercial and sector-specific licenses
• Managing regulatory approvals and government registrations
• Advising on compliance with Libyan laws and industry regulations
• Supporting fintech and technology companies with specialized licensing requirements

Commercial Agreements and Corporate Structuring

We draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements tailored to the interests and regulatory needs of foreign investors operating in Libya, including:

• Joint venture agreements
• Shareholder agreements
• Franchise and management agreements
• Share purchase agreements
• Asset purchase agreements
• Licensing agreements (including intellectual property licensing agreements and software licensing agreement)
• Distribution, manufacturing, and export agreements
• Public-private partnership (PPP) agreements

• Our approach aims to ensure that all commercial agreements are enforceable under Libyan law and aligned with international best practices.

Commercial Law Services in Libya

As a leading Libyan law firm, we provide full-service commercial legal support to foreign investors and companies operating in Libya.

Our expertise includes:

• Corporate structuring and inter-company arrangements
• Advice on Libyan commercial and contract law
• Property acquisition, leasing, and real estate transactions
• Cross-border trade and transactions
• Industry-specific commercial law, including maritime law
• Regulatory compliance
• Industry-specific legal advice (construction, renewable energy, fintech, manufacturing)

Mergers and Acquisitions in Libya

We advise on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions in Libya, supporting international foreign clients through all stages of the deal.

Pre-Transaction Advisory

• Legal due diligence
• Feasibility studies and industry risk assessment
• Regulatory and risk analysis

Transaction Execution

• Drafting acquisition and share purchase agreements
• Negotiating transaction terms
• Structuring investments in compliance with Libyan law

Post-Transaction and Filings

• Government approvals and registrations
• Share ownership registration
• Ongoing regulatory compliance