Residence Permit (own business / self-sufficient)

Residence Permit (own business / self-sufficient) is a residence route in Lesotho (Ondernemer). Discretionary residence permit from Ministry of Home Affairs based on registered business (LNDC/One-Stop Business Facilitation Centre) or proof of means; renewable.

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Requirements at a glance

Spouse and children can usually be included.

How holders are taxed

Residents taxed on worldwide income at 20%/30%

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

CategorieOndernemer
Investering—
Leges (gezin)—
Inkomen / jr—
Vermogen—
Min. verblijf—
PV—
Staatsburgerschap—
WerkownBusiness
Komt in aanmerkingall
BelastingResidents taxed on worldwide income at 20%/30%
Stand2026-10
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