A document proving that the parent company is legally incorporated in its country of origin. This must be authenticated by the Salvadoran consulate or apostilled.

Official documentation proving the decision to establish a registered office in El Salvador, adopted in accordance with the company’s bylaws (e.g., General Shareholders’ Meeting Minutes).

A Power of Attorney must be granted to a legal representative in El Salvador, clearly specifying their powers. This document must be authenticated by the Salvadoran consulate or apostilled and registered with the Commercial Registry before the branch can be officially registered.

The legal representative must permanently reside in El Salvador.

The branch must have sufficient capital to carry out business activities, not less than the minimum required for Salvadoran commercial companies (USD 12,000.00). This must be verified through foreign investment registration at the Ministry of Economy.

A certified balance sheet, prepared by an authorized public accountant in El Salvador, reflecting the capital of the foreign company or branch. This balance must be registered with the Commercial Registry before the branch can be established.

The economic activity of the foreign company must be clearly specified, including the nature, value, source, purpose, and date of investment entry.

An original and a copy of a bank certificate confirming the foreign exchange transfer or income declaration, including:
Date of funds entry
Foreign investor’s name
Purpose of the transfer
Exchange rate details
Signature and seal of the issuing bank
The certificate must be issued before the branch registration.