Overview

URSB is a semi-autonomous statutory body under the Ministry of Justice & Constitutional Affairs, established in 1998 to manage public registration services.

Mandate & Functions

• Business & Company registration
• Intellectual Property management (patents, trademarks, copyrights)
• Civil registration (marriages, divorces)
• Insolvency & Receivership regulation
• Movable Assets Registry (chattels registry)

Mission & Vision

To provide accessible, reliable, and innovative registration services supporting a formal and knowledge-based economy.

Headquarters & Offices

Main Office: Uganda Business Facilitation Centre, Plot 1 Baskerville Avenue, Kololo, Kampala

Regional Offices: Mbale, Mbarara, Gulu, Arua, Masaka, Hoima

Leadership

• Registrar General & CEO: Ms. Mercy K. Kainobwisho
• Board Chair: Amb. Francis K. Butagira

Key Services & Systems

• Online Business Registration System (OBRS)
• SIMPO portal (Movable Property Registry)
• Document certification and IP filing services

Notable Initiatives & Impacts

• Recognized in 2015 for improved service delivery
• Launched Movable Assets Registry for inclusive finance
• Partners with financial intelligence and anti-fraud agencies
• Relocated to new Business Facilitation Centre in 2022

Recent Developments

• June 2025: Hiring for roles like Registration Officer, DBA
• June 2025: Regional engagement at Mbarara Traders’ Forum

Contact & Useful Links

• Email: [email protected]
• Toll-Free: 0800 100 006 | Call Centre: +256 417 338 100
• Website: https://ursb.go.ug
• Company page: Uganda Jobs Network