Madagascar - Establishing an Office Madagascar-Establishing an Office
Office space can be found through a handful of real estate agents, advertisements in local papers, or word of mouth. Landlords will rent to new companies even if they have not obtained all their operating permits. Generally, landlords request a lease agreement extendable annually and a cash deposit equivalent to one to three months’ rent. Office furniture can be obtained locally at reasonable prices and telephone services—fixed or mobile—are available in the main towns. There are increasing numbers of multilingual, qualified secretaries and administrative assistants interested in working with foreign businesses. Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.