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New beneficial owner policy in British Virgin Islands

**The British Virgin Islands are now discussing implementation of new rules for beneficial owners**. It is a problem of particular interest due to growing number of Asian beneficial owners of BVI companies. **BVI House Asia**, financial services promotion agency, organized a seminar in Hong Kong to discuss and inform Asian entrepreneurs about newest regulations. Above mentioned regulations ar...

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The BVI announced the main condition for the disclosure of beneficial owners information

**London requires the British Virgin Islands (BVI), to create an open database of offshore owners.** Local authorities already have a system for registering company owners, beneficial ownership Secure Search System (BOSS) with a limited access. In fact, full access to this system is granted to only two people, employees of the BVI’s Financial Investigation Agency. BVI authorities use BOSS to...

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Private beneficial ownership register in Barbados

**Barbados does not support opening to the public of its register of beneficial owners of enterprises**, Minister of Industry, International Business, Commerce and Small Business Development, Donville Inniss, stated at the opening of the **Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Caribbean Conference**. He mainly addressed his speech to his counterparts in the British government. As a...

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Seychelles FSA Introduces Updated beneficial ownership Guidelines

The Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA) has issued new guidelines on beneficial ownership to enhance transparency and compliance in its financial sector. These guidelines are designed to help financial institutions and other entities identify and report the individuals who ultimately own or control a business. This move is part of Seychelles' ongoing efforts to combat money laundering a...

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The main benefits of Cyprus formation

... process. **International trusts** One more benefit of forming a company in Cyprus is that **the law of Cyprus permits investors to save their anonymity and keep their property under an international trust**. Therefore, an investor can be the beneficial owner of a Cyprus company, but it is not obliged to be the registered shareholder of the business as well. In this manner, a local individu...

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Tax storm. British Virgin Islands ceased to be a "haven" for shall companies

...anagement, the necessary equipment must be located in BVI. In this regard, the existing legal entities are obliged to fulfill their obligations in terms of economic presence by June 30, 2019, and by June 30, 2020, to report in accordance with the beneficial ownership Secure Search System Act, 2017. Incorporation of new companies in BVI without meeting the above-mentioned criteria starting from ...

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Two more opponents of the UK policy regarding public registers

Previously in our blog we have discussed that [Barbados does not support opening of its register of beneficial owners](https://www.offshorelicense.com/blog/detail/private-beneficial-ownership-register-barbados) of enterprises to the public, as was stated by the Minister of Industry, International Business, Commerce and Small Business Development, Donville Inniss, at the STEP Conference. Recen...

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Economic Substance Regulations in UAE

...in other penalties such as revocation, suspension or non-renewal of a license. Besides, the UAE authorities may exchange information about non-compliant companies. Such information may be shared with the tax authorities and the states where ultimate beneficial owners or parent companies reside. Ultimately, it is up to the Regulatory Authority to decide on penalties imposed on a company. **Why r...

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Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) accepts new policy for Crypto-Asset providers

...ce the necessity to comply with the following requirements for company registration and operation:** • Initial capital adequacy and own funds, which range from EUR 50,000 to EUR 150,000; • Competency of directors and shareholders: Ultimate beneficial owners, directors and persons holding managerial positions are required to be of good repute and competency. Additionally, the financial so...

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Switzerland is going to amend anti-money laundering law

**Switzerland plans to amend its anti-money laundering law** and, once these changes come into force, the financial intermediary will be required to verify information on beneficial owners. The national authorities of Switzerland have been taking various measures in combating the illegitimate funds, amid intense global pressure from various countries and actively discussed the proposed amendment...

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Bulgaria Forex License

...tent Bulgarian director may be found at 1,000 Euro per month.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) Only one local director. Recommended to apply with at least beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – Part of public ...

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British Virgin Islands Forex License

...y.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) At least two directors (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Belize Money Transmission License

...on, no nationality or residency restrictions) At least one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) N.B. It is highly preferable to have one director who is a resident of Belize. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Disclosed only with court decision Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details – Not p...

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Alderney Gambling License

...n Company structure At one shareholders (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Belize Forex License

...ed from 100,000.00 USD to 500,000.00 USD in 2018 .General information Company structure One shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) One resident director (can also be a legal person) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Disclosed with court decision Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details – Not part o...

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New Zealand Forex License

...roof of local presence In order to obtain license, Offshorelicense will fill all necessary application forms and also acquire apostilled corporate documents.  For that reason, please provide us with the following documents. For each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorized signatory and secretary: A notarized copy of valid passport Notarized proof...

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Vanuatu Dealer's in Securities License

... natural person/-s Shall normally reside for 6 months within each year in Vanuatu Must have at least 5 years’ experience dealing in securities and is competent to meet the obligation of a licensee as required by VFSC Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Cook Islands Money Changing-Remittance License

... shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Registered Secretary is required. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Curacao Gambling License

...ng to the OECD permanent establishment is established provided that the server is located in Curaçao. Local Data Center can assist in the purchase of a server. The most important requirements which need to be complied with are: Ultimate beneficial ownership of the legal entity should be disclosed (upon request) to the tax authorities; Only legal entities with a capital divided into ...

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AfrAsia Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Cyprus Forex License

... to obtain a local license.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) 2 executive and 2 non-executive directors. There are requirements in terms of their residency beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the authorities Shareholders' details –part of public record Directors' details – Part of public r...

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Tengri Bank Account Opening

...lly and abroad Issuance of bank guarantees  for contracts and its performance Opening of accounts Financial leasing Exchange transactions Internet banking for physical entities Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: 2 sets of apostilled corporate documents (1 for obtain...

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Tengri Bank Account Opening

...ocally and abroad Issuance of bank guarantees  for contracts and its performance Opening of accounts Financial leasing Exchange transactions Internet banking for legal entities Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: 2 sets of apostilled corporate documents (1 for obtain...

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Bank RBK Account Opening

...rt of our professional fees for assistance of opening a bank account. The bank offers range of services and products Deposits Fund transfer Opening of accounts Internet banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: 2 sets of apostilled corporate documents (1 for obtain...

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CIM Bank Account Opening

...ing on financial investment Asset Management Executing payment orders Multi-currency current accounts and deposit accounts Debit and credit cards services Structuring Lombard Credit Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Hong Kong Type 9 (Asset Management) License

... to obtain license, Offshorelicense will fill all necessary application forms and also acquire apostilled corporate documents.  For that reason, please provide us with the following documents. For local regulatory authority: (Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, Responsible Officer and secretary must provide) CV A notarized copy of valid passport Notarized 2nd...

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Alfa Bank Account Opening

...products Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Credits Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Boslil Bank Account Opening

... International payroll services  Card services Multicurrency deposit accounts Financial escrow services Mutual fund banking services Banking services for Trusts and Foundations Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Euro Pacific Bank Account Opening

...ces and products Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International payroll services Card services Multicurrency Deposit Accounts Financial Escrow services Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Fidelity Asia Bank Account Opening

...s Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Labuan Fund Management License

...One of such requirements is to appoint a Compliance officer or provide these services or from the head quarter with a service level agreement that need to be approved by the Authority Supervision department. Benefits Low level of taxation beneficial owner’s details are not part of public record Shareholder’s details are not part of public record Director’s details are not part...

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Cayman Islands Securities Investment Business License

...of local presence In order to obtain license, Offshorelicense will fill all necessary application forms and also acquire apostilled corporate documents.  For that reason, please provide us with the following documents. For each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory: A notarized copy of valid passport A copy of proof of residential address (ex. ...

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Singapore Crypto License

...tablish a crypto company in Singapore. This can be an individual or a corporate entity. A crypto company must have at least one director who is a resident of Singapore. Additional directors may be non-residents. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Bermuda Digital Asset license

...t audited financial statements; Copies of any regulatory filings; and Background information. - Individual shareholders/owners, including: Personal declaration forms; Bank references of ultimate beneficial owners; and Net worth statements (for individual owners). A copy of the applicant's proposed cybersecurity program, i...

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Kazakhstan Crypto License

...ast one shareholder is required to establish a crypto business in Kazakhstan. This can be either an individual or a corporate entity. A minimum of one director is necessary, who must be a resident of Kazakhstan. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Georgia Crypto License

... Company structure At least one shareholder is required. This can be either an individual or a corporate entity. A minimum of one local director is required for a cryptocurrency company in Georgia. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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New Zealand Crypto License

...f one shareholder is required. This can be an individual or a corporate entity. At least one director is required, and this director must be a resident of New Zealand to ensure compliance with local regulations. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Cyprus Crypto License

...is can be either an individual or a corporate entity. At least four directors are needed, two of whom must be executive directors. CySEC must approve these directors based on their qualifications and experience. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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South Africa Crypto License

...dividual or a corporate entity At least one director is required for a company involved in cryptocurrency operations. The director must be a resident of South Africa, ensuring local accountability and compliance Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Slovakia Crypto License

...ucture At least one shareholder is required to establish a crypto company. A minimum of one director is necessary. The director must meet local compliance standards but does not need to reside in Slovakia. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Bulgaria Crypto License

...o maximum limit on the number of shareholders. A cryptocurrency company in Bulgaria must have at least one director. The director does not need to be a Bulgarian resident, allowing flexibility for foreign investors. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of publi...

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Australia Crypto License

...hree directors, with at least two being Australian residents. Directors play a critical role in ensuring the company’s compliance with regulatory requirements, including those related to cryptocurrency activities. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Comoros International Brokerage and Clearing House License

...r who can be of any nationality and resident anywhere.Company structure • Minimum of one shareholders, who can be natural persons or legal entities. • At least one director (foreign residents are allowed) Confidentiality • beneficial owners' details – not disclosed to the Authorities • Shareholders' details – not part of public record • Directors' details ...

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Switzerland Crypto License

...al information Company structure At least one shareholder (no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) At least one director (cannot be legal persons and need not to be shareholders of the corporation) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record  Shareholders' details – Details of shareholders are not available to the public D...

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Gibraltar Crypto License

...ality At least two directors are required. Directors must have the necessary expertise and experience in the cryptocurrency or financial services sector. One of these directors should ideally reside in Gibraltar Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Cayman Islands Securities Investment Fund License

...but preferred for CIMA In order to obtain license, Offshorelicense will fill all necessary application forms and also acquire apostilled corporate documents.  For that reason, please provide us with the following documents. For each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorized signatory: Certified list of names, addresses and nationalities of company’s directors and...

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Labuan Investment Banking License

...e prudential and reporting requirements issued by Labuan FSA Adhere to any other requirements issued by Labuan FSA from time to time Meet certain pre-determined criteria, should it prefer to co-locate to any other parts of Malaysia For each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and officer: A notarized copy of valid passport Detailed CV dated and signed N...

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New Zealand Asset Management License

...Application is being processed and conditional approval is granted by the FMA Provision of proof of local presence In order to obtain New Zealand Financial Service Provider’s License, please provide the following documents: For each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorized signatory and secretary: Notarized passport copy Notarized proof of residential address (u...

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Fiji Foreign Exchange Dealer License

...ivities align with the nation’s financial regulations.Company structure • Minimum of two shareholders, who can be natural persons or legal entities. • At least two directors (one must be local Director) Confidentiality • beneficial owners' details – not disclosed to the Authorities • Shareholders' details – not part of public record • Directors' details ...

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UK Crypto License

...to business in the UK. The shareholder can be an individual or a corporate entity. At least one director is necessary, and this director must be a resident of the UK to ensure compliance with local regulations.. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Vanuatu International Bank License

...issue of license In order to obtain license, Offshorelicense will fill all necessary application forms and also acquire apostilled corporate documents.  For that reason, please provide us with the following documents.  For each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary: A notarized copy of valid passport CV dated and signed 2nd ID f...

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Pacific Private Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B...

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Estonia Crypto License

... Company structure At least one shareholder is required, who can be an individual or a corporate entity. A minimum of one local director is required. The director must be a resident of Estonia. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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Labuan Crypto License

...her requests In order to obtain license, Offshorelicense will fill all necessary application forms and also acquire apostilled corporate documents.  For that reason, please provide us with the following documents. For bank: (Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory must provide) A notarized copy of valid passport A copy of proof of residential ...

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LPB Bank Account Opening

... Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International payroll services Card services Online Banking Multicurrency Deposit Accounts Financial Escrow services Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Account Opening in Bank Alpinum

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Account Opening in National Bank of Vanuatu

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Singapore Private Company Formation

...must be a resident of Singapore. Corporate directors are not allowed. Minimum number of directors – one. Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions)  Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pleas...

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Switzerland Limited Liability Company Formation

...Minimum number of directors – one. Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Take note that one resident of Switzerland is required to be the director Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pleas...

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Netherlands Limited Liability Company (LLC) Formation

...der (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions). Physical person as a director recommendable Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then please request a nominee service Shareholders' details ...

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United Kingdom Limited Liability Partnership Formation

...s, in much the same way as shareholders in a limited company are able to.General information Company structure Two or more designated members (can also be a legal persons, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Registered Agent of the company and is held by the agent on a confidential basis. Information on mem...

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United Kingdom Limited Company Formation

... Act every company must have at least one Director physical person of any nationality N.B. It is now possible to set up a company with only one member and for that member to have only one share, but this is exceptional. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the authorities Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pl...

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Gibraltar Limited Liability Company Formation

... Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pleas...

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Scotland Limited Partnership Formation

...eneral information Company structure Only one general partner (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) Only one limited partner (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Registered Agent of the company and is held by the agent on a confidential basis. Taxation LP co...

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Quebec Company Formation

... Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can only be a natural person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pleas...

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USA Delaware Limited Liability Company Formation

...LLC statute. For example, unlike a corporation, an LLC can distribute profits in any manner described in the LLC agreement, regardless of ownership share. The structure of the LLC does not provide for a Board of Directors. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Disclosed to the authorities Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details - Not part of p...

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Labuan International Business Company Formation

...ermit foreign-owned offshore companies to invest in Malaysia subject to certain conditions.General information Company structure A minimum of one shareholder is required which may be an individual or a corporate body. The details of company beneficial owners and shareholders are not part of the public records Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency res...

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Seychelles International Business Company (IBC) Formation

... Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Cyprus Limited Liability Company Formation

...also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions but advisable to have locally based for purposes of tax residency) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then please request a nominee service Shareholders' details ...

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St.Lucia International Business Company Formation

... Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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British Virgin Islands International Business Company Formation

...iation.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Belize International Business Company Formation

...uickly.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details – Not part of pu...

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Antigua and Barbuda International Business Company Formation

...ntigua.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details – part of public...

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St. Vincent and the Grenadines LLC Company Formation

... information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details – Not part of pu...

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Marshall Islands International Business Company Formation

...n) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) A Secretary (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) N.B. A Secretary can be same as director Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details – Not part of pu...

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Vanuatu International Business Company Formation

... Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of pub...

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Czech Republic Limited Liability Company Formation (s.r.o)

...on Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one executive director (natural person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the authorities Shareholders' details – part of the public record Directors' details – part of the...

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Hong Kong Limited Company Formation

...the territory.General information Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction) Only one director (only natural person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pleas...

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Isle of Man Limited Liability Company Formation

... Company structure Only one shareholder (can also be a legal person, no nationality restriction or residency restrictions) Only one director (can also be a legal person, no nationality or residency restrictions) Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Not part of public record Shareholders' details – are part of the public record, if you wish to avoid it then pleas...

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Estonia Private Limited Liability Company (Osaühing or OÜ) Formation

...trictions with regards to citizenship or residence) At least 1 Director (foreign residents are allowed) Confidentiality Director’s details – part of the public record; Shareholder’s details –  part of the public record; beneficial owner’s details – disclosed to the Authorities.  Taxation Estonian companies and branches of foreign entities are subje...

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HSBC Hong Kong Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B...

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Account Opening in Bank of Georgia

... Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Public Bank Berhad Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Maybank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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CIMB Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Account Opening in Bank of Cyprus

...s Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. belo...

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Raiffeisenbank Bank Account Opening

...s Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Bank Account Opening in ING Bank

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Credit Suisse Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Barclays Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B...

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Comert Bank Account Opening

...CTS Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B...

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Alpha Bank Account Opening

...cts Personalised account service Savings & term deposits International wire transfers Treasury& Foreign Exchange services Card services Trading services Online Banking Please provide us with the following documents Each beneficial owner, shareholder, director, authorised signatory and secretary must provide: Notarized copy of valid passport. (Please see N.B. bel...

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Ireland Private Limited Company Formation

... at least 1 Director and 1 Secretary (foreign residents are allowed), for other forms: at least 2 Directors Confidentiality Director’s details – part of the public record Shareholder’s details –  part of the public record beneficial owner’s details – disclosed to the Authorities Taxation 12.5% corporate tax rate on trading income is one of the lowest “o...

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Uruguay Limited Liability Company Formation

...rprises Publishing a notice in the Official Gazette announcing the formation of a new company Please provide us with the following documents and data:  Incorporation A notarized copy of valid passport (of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Authorized Signatory) Name of company Data on the establisher of the company (in the case of the establisher being the legal per...

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Limited Liability Company in Lithuania

...ith the Trade Register Tax and VAT registration Employment and social security registration Please provide us with the following documents and data:  Incorporation A notarized copy of valid passport (of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Authorized Signatory) A copy of proof of residential address (ex. utility bill of each  Shareholder, Director, Beneficial Own...

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Limited Liability Company in Latvia

...a Company registration in the Register  of Enterprises of Latvia and receiving documents Please provide us with the following documents and data:  Incorporation A notarized copy of valid passport (of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Authorized Signatory) A copy of proof of residential address (ex. utility bill of each  Shareholder, Director, Beneficial Own...

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Panama Offshore IBC Formation

...ges of Panama Offshore IBC: - Exemption from all local taxes, when income received outside of Panama - Inexpensive annual support  - No requirements requirements of a minimum paid up capital - Information about shareholders and beneficial owners is not filed with the Public Registry Office and not available to the public - Any individual and legal entity may become a shareh...

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USA Nevada Limited Liability Company Formation

...yment of state fees for company formation Company registration in the Register of Enterprises Please provide us with the following documents and data:  Incorporation A notarized copy of valid passport (of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Authorized Signatory) A copy of proof of residential address (ex. utility bill of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Au...

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Limited Liability GmbH in Germany

...es and passports copies) Data on the establisher of the company (in the case of the establisher being the legal person (company) - extract from Center of Registers on the company A notarized copy of valid passport (of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Authorized Signatory) A copy of proof of residential address (ex. utility bill of each  Shareholder, Director, Beneficial Own...

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Malta Private Limited Company Formation

...s may vary depending on the due diligence of the client, and business information provided.Please provide us with the following documents and data:   Incorporation A notarized copy of valid passport (of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Authorized Signatory) A copy of proof of residential address (ex. utility bill of each Shareholder, Director, beneficial owner, Au...

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Andorra Limited Liability Company (SL) Formation

...nsing of patents and software licenses. These 2% reduced corporate tax models are subject to some minimum requirements Standard VAT rate is 4.5%  Social security contributions for companies are around 15% Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – Disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – Not part of public record Directors' details –Not part of ...

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Saint Kitts and Nevis Limited Liability Company (LLC) Formation

...ly educated and skilled workforce - Economic, political, financial stability - For qualified investment projects, there are tax incentives known as – tax holidays - English is an official language - Legislation provides confidentiality for beneficial owners, shareholders and directors - Incentives for foreign and domestic private investment - Permits person to become a citizen if con...

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Norway Crypto License

...minimum of one shareholder is required, who can be an individual or a corporate entity. At least one director is necessary. This director must be a resident of Norway to ensure compliance with local regulations. Confidentiality beneficial owners' details – disclosed to the Authorities Shareholders' details – part of public record Directors' details – part of public ...

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