Legal forms of philanthropic organizations included in the law: Association, foundation, cooperative, trust, and NPOs established by royal decrees
Five main social issues addressed by these organizations: Primary and high school education, health and medical research, basic needs, youth and family, religion
Average time established by law to register a philanthropic organization: 31-60 days
Average cost for registering a philanthropic organization: US$0
There is no cost for registering a PO.
Government levels primarily regulating the incorporation of philanthropic organizations: Central/federal government, other: Ministry of Labor and Social Development
The approval comes from the Ministry of Labor and Social Development.
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