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]]> There are 4 types of local companies: stock companies (SA), general partnerships, limited partnership and joint-stock companies.

All follow the same setting up and registration processes. In Managua, there is the option of using the One-stop Investment Window (VUI) which provides a faster service.

]]> SMEs are small and middle sized enterprises that operate as either natural or legal persons, in diverse sectors of the economy.

In general, SMEs are present in industry, manufacturing, agro-industry, fishing, comercial, exports, tourism, micro markets, among others.

Have a look on the Classification of SMEs.

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]]> If you are buying a plot or lot of land, you should obtain a topographical plan for the land registry. This is a graphic drawing of the plot of land which must be checked and approved by the Land Registry.

Once approval has been given, you should continue with the steps listed under "Buying real estate property".

]]> The same administrative process is followed for buying real estate property in urban and rural areas. However, the physical location of the real estate does make a difference as it is divided into registered and non-registered zones. If the real estate property be located in a non-registered zone, it should be registered at the corresponding municipal land registry.

]]> All foreigners, whatever their nationality or reason for being in the country, should request temporary or permanent residency. If your stay is for work purposes, the authorities at Migración and Extranjería give a type 1 residency card.

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