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Casual Articles - How To Incorporate Offshore
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-Andorra
-Anguilla
-Bahamas
-Belize
-Bermuda
-British Virgin Islands
-Cayman Islands
-Cook Island
-Cyprus
-Gibraltar
-Guernsey
-Hong Kong
-Ireland
-Isle of Man
-Jersey
-Labuan
-Liechtenstein
-Luxembourg
-Madeira
-Malta
-Marshall Islands
-Mauritius
-Montenegro
-Nevis
-Niue
-Panama
-Samoa
-Seychelles
-Singapore
-Switzerland
-Turks and Caicos
-Vanuatu
ENTITY TYPE
International Business Companies - IBC
What is IBC? A term used to define a variety of offshore corporate structures. Common to all IBC's are the dedication to business use outside the incorporating jurisdiction, rapid formation, secrecy, broad powers, low cost, low to zero taxation and minimal filing and reporting requirements. An increasing number of offshore jur
So you want to own your own business? Been dreaming of all the free time you would have, nobody telling you what to do; becoming the next Bill Gates? Well, there is good news and bad news about being an entrepreneur.According to the SBA, the Small Business Association, only about 2% of the American population is emotionally and mentally equipped to succeed at owning their own business.Most people simply don’t know where to start and what to do when they don’t know what to do. Fear and lack of security are large contributing factors in preventing people from striking out on their own.The good new is the sky is the limit for a motivated, self-starter person who believes in him/herself and their product or service.Here are a few guidelines to consider when dreaming of owning your own business.1. Clear goalsYou must know where you are and where you want to be. Wr
JURISDICTION
There are many optional offshore jurisdictions in which you can incorporate your business. In this guide we focus on two of the most popular jurisdictions and list other separately.
Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands consist of a group of three islands in the Caribbean. The main island- Grand Cayman- is situated at approximately 1100km south of Florida. The three islands have a total area of 260km?, the Grand Cayman by itself having an area of 200km? . The population of all three islands is of approximately 30 000 inhabitants most of which reside on Grand Cayman where the capital, Georgetown, is located.
The Cayman Islands are a British colony and the United Kingdom retains the right to legislate. They have a special statute that has allowed them to become an important Offshore Financial Centre where all the big banks are established or represented for years. In this jurisdiction there are no income tax or currency exchange controls. Approximately 50 000 companies, 450 to 500 insurance companies ( most of which are captive of great International groups ) and between 600 and 700 offshore banks are incorporated in The Cayman Islands. The islands are an appealing jurisdiction to open offshore banks.
During the year 2000, the Cayman Government decided to negotiate a "Goodwill" agreement in order not be listed as " Non Cooperative Country" by the OECD's Financial Action Task Force. The name of Cayman Islands was not anymore on the June 2001 report (the latest one) probably as a result of negotiations with the FATF. Will this lead to the removal of bank secrecy and exchange of tax information with the members of the OECD ? This yet unanswered question leads us not to recommend this jurisdiction as an alternative on a long-term basis.
However, it is correct to say that this situation will cause no problems whatsoever to our existing clients since all the companies created for them were done with Nominee Shareholders, Nominee Directors etc. The names of the Beneficiaries are not registered on Public or Private Records in Cayman Islands. Actually, and this is true for all of our tax-optimizing structures, the only entities that know the names of the Clients are the banks themselves, those chosen for the opening of the commercial accounts. For obvious reasons of confidentiality and assets protection we always recommend to select a different Jurisdiction for locating the Bank operations of your newly formed company.
Seychelles
Seychelles International Business Companies are useful alternatives to offshore companies established in jurisdictions such as the British Virgin Islands. In December 1994 the Seychelles enacted legislation enabling the registration of International Business Companies, International Trusts and the licensing of International (free) Trade Zone Companies. More recent legislation covers the licensing of offshore banks, offshore Insurance, mutual funds activities and the regulating of a securities industry. The new laws were a result of intensive studies of long established offshore jurisdictions and world-wide trust legislation.
Although not dissimilar to those of the well-established offshore jurisdictions such as the Cayman, the laws take a most comprehensive, modern and attractive approach to the establishment and operation of offshore companies, mutual funds, offshore banking, offshore insurance and freeport activities. Seychelles is one of the fastest IBC registrar in the world. The International Business Companies Act, 1994, governs the operations of offshore companies. The registration process in Seychelles is straightforward.
LIST OF OTHER OFFSHORE JURISDICTIONS
-Andorra
-Anguilla
-Bahamas
-Belize
-Bermuda
-British Virgin Islands
-Cayman Islands
-Cook Island
-Cyprus
-Gibraltar
-Guernsey
-Hong Kong
-Ireland
-Isle of Man
-Jersey
-Labuan
-Liechtenstein
-Luxembourg
-Madeira
-Malta
-Marshall Islands
-Mauritius
-Montenegro
-Nevis
-Niue
-Panama
-Samoa
-Seychelles
-Singapore
-Switzerland
-Turks and Caicos
-Vanuatu
ENTITY TYPE
International Business Companies - IBC
What is IBC? A term used to define a variety of offshore corporate structures. Common to all IBC's are the dedication to business use outside the incorporating jurisdiction, rapid formation, secrecy, broad powers, low cost, low to zero taxation and minimal filing and reporting requirements. An increasing number of offshore juri
Many of the people who express interest in opening a restaurant business mention a passion for cooking, or entertaining. In speaking with them further, it is almost always the case that they have a very similar picture in their minds of what running a restaurant is going to be like- and it is usually quite far from the reality.What people often envision is a place like Rocky had in the latest Rocky movie, to use just one example. It is the kind of place where they spend a few minutes in the kitchen, tasting the latest amazing creation. Then, they stroll out into the dining area, always very elegantly decorated, and meet and greet their family, friends and acquaintances, and bask in unending praise for the quality of the food, the atmosphere, and mostly their amazing success.What is almost never a part of the fantasy are the long hours preparing for all that success, or the tedium and stress of
During the year 2000, the Cayman Government decided to negotiate a "Goodwill" agreement in order not be listed as " Non Cooperative Country" by the OECD's Financial Action Task Force. The name of Cayman Islands was not anymore on the June 2001 report (the latest one) probably as a result of negotiations with the FATF. Will this lead to the removal of bank secrecy and exchange of tax information with the members of the OECD ? This yet unanswered question leads us not to recommend this jurisdiction as an alternative on a long-term basis.
However, it is correct to say that this situation will cause no problems whatsoever to our existing clients since all the companies created for them were done with Nominee Shareholders, Nominee Directors etc. The names of the Beneficiaries are not registered on Public or Private Records in Cayman Islands. Actually, and this is true for all of our tax-optimizing structures, the only entities that know the names of the Clients are the banks themselves, those chosen for the opening of the commercial accounts. For obvious reasons of confidentiality and assets protection we always recommend to select a different Jurisdiction for locating the Bank operations of your newly formed company.
Seychelles
Seychelles International Business Companies are useful alternatives to offshore companies established in jurisdictions such as the British Virgin Islands. In December 1994 the Seychelles enacted legislation enabling the registration of International Business Companies, International Trusts and the licensing of International (free) Trade Zone Companies. More recent legislation covers the licensing of offshore banks, offshore Insurance, mutual funds activities and the regulating of a securities industry. The new laws were a result of intensive studies of long established offshore jurisdictions and world-wide trust legislation.
Although not dissimilar to those of the well-established offshore jurisdictions such as the Cayman, the laws take a most comprehensive, modern and attractive approach to the establishment and operation of offshore companies, mutual funds, offshore banking, offshore insurance and freeport activities. Seychelles is one of the fastest IBC registrar in the world. The International Business Companies Act, 1994, governs the operations of offshore companies. The registration process in Seychelles is straightforward.
LIST OF OTHER OFFSHORE JURISDICTIONS
-Andorra
-Anguilla
-Bahamas
-Belize
-Bermuda
-British Virgin Islands
-Cayman Islands
-Cook Island
-Cyprus
-Gibraltar
-Guernsey
-Hong Kong
-Ireland
-Isle of Man
-Jersey
-Labuan
-Liechtenstein
-Luxembourg
-Madeira
-Malta
-Marshall Islands
-Mauritius
-Montenegro
-Nevis
-Niue
-Panama
-Samoa
-Seychelles
-Singapore
-Switzerland
-Turks and Caicos
-Vanuatu
ENTITY TYPE
International Business Companies - IBC
What is IBC? A term used to define a variety of offshore corporate structures. Common to all IBC's are the dedication to business use outside the incorporating jurisdiction, rapid formation, secrecy, broad powers, low cost, low to zero taxation and minimal filing and reporting requirements. An increasing number of offshore jur
Many CEOs and marketing directors find their time wasted evaluating marketing opportunities instead of acting on them. When every possibility is followed, a meandering trail of hit and miss effectiveness is the result. Despite significant expenditure of time and money, marketing tactics may not produce the desired gains.What is their problem? They are missing a crucial step in the marketing arsenal -- branding. The power of branding is that it is not just for your customers. When done correctly, it also creates a roadmap for you to follow internally, streamlining your planning and decision-making processes for years to come.Outward BrandThis is what many people relate to when thinking of a "brand:" a logo, tagline, style of advertising, product packaging, etc. These are not the brand, but rather the brand elements. To be truly branded however, all of these elements are developed based on
However, it is correct to say that this situation will cause no problems whatsoever to our existing clients since all the companies created for them were done with Nominee Shareholders, Nominee Directors etc. The names of the Beneficiaries are not registered on Public or Private Records in Cayman Islands. Actually, and this is true for all of our tax-optimizing structures, the only entities that know the names of the Clients are the banks themselves, those chosen for the opening of the commercial accounts. For obvious reasons of confidentiality and assets protection we always recommend to select a different Jurisdiction for locating the Bank operations of your newly formed company.
Seychelles
Seychelles International Business Companies are useful alternatives to offshore companies established in jurisdictions such as the British Virgin Islands. In December 1994 the Seychelles enacted legislation enabling the registration of International Business Companies, International Trusts and the licensing of International (free) Trade Zone Companies. More recent legislation covers the licensing of offshore banks, offshore Insurance, mutual funds activities and the regulating of a securities industry. The new laws were a result of intensive studies of long established offshore jurisdictions and world-wide trust legislation.
Although not dissimilar to those of the well-established offshore jurisdictions such as the Cayman, the laws take a most comprehensive, modern and attractive approach to the establishment and operation of offshore companies, mutual funds, offshore banking, offshore insurance and freeport activities. Seychelles is one of the fastest IBC registrar in the world. The International Business Companies Act, 1994, governs the operations of offshore companies. The registration process in Seychelles is straightforward.
LIST OF OTHER OFFSHORE JURISDICTIONS
-Andorra
-Anguilla
-Bahamas
-Belize
-Bermuda
-British Virgin Islands
-Cayman Islands
-Cook Island
-Cyprus
-Gibraltar
-Guernsey
-Hong Kong
-Ireland
-Isle of Man
-Jersey
-Labuan
-Liechtenstein
-Luxembourg
-Madeira
-Malta
-Marshall Islands
-Mauritius
-Montenegro
-Nevis
-Niue
-Panama
-Samoa
-Seychelles
-Singapore
-Switzerland
-Turks and Caicos
-Vanuatu
ENTITY TYPE
International Business Companies - IBC
What is IBC? A term used to define a variety of offshore corporate structures. Common to all IBC's are the dedication to business use outside the incorporating jurisdiction, rapid formation, secrecy, broad powers, low cost, low to zero taxation and minimal filing and reporting requirements. An increasing number of offshore jur
As a young entrepreneur I was always looking for ways to brand my small companies. I didn't want to hire a firm and I was always open to learning. These are some things I've learned along the way that you might find helpful.My top 5 ways of building a brand for your small business - without paying a dime.Build a Website A website is something that almost any small business owner can build and maintain on his/her own without too much difficulty. There are a dozen or more free services out there that will not only give you free hosting but help you build a website as well.Market Your Website Using free directories and forums, begin to grow your web presence so that you start bringing visitors to your website. Also be sure to tell all of your friends, family, and clients about your new website.Create a Positioning Statement Take an h
Although not dissimilar to those of the well-established offshore jurisdictions such as the Cayman, the laws take a most comprehensive, modern and attractive approach to the establishment and operation of offshore companies, mutual funds, offshore banking, offshore insurance and freeport activities. Seychelles is one of the fastest IBC registrar in the world. The International Business Companies Act, 1994, governs the operations of offshore companies. The registration process in Seychelles is straightforward.
LIST OF OTHER OFFSHORE JURISDICTIONS
-Andorra
-Anguilla
-Bahamas
-Belize
-Bermuda
-British Virgin Islands
-Cayman Islands
-Cook Island
-Cyprus
-Gibraltar
-Guernsey
-Hong Kong
-Ireland
-Isle of Man
-Jersey
-Labuan
-Liechtenstein
-Luxembourg
-Madeira
-Malta
-Marshall Islands
-Mauritius
-Montenegro
-Nevis
-Niue
-Panama
-Samoa
-Seychelles
-Singapore
-Switzerland
-Turks and Caicos
-Vanuatu
ENTITY TYPE
International Business Companies - IBC
What is IBC? A term used to define a variety of offshore corporate structures. Common to all IBC's are the dedication to business use outside the incorporating jurisdiction, rapid formation, secrecy, broad powers, low cost, low to zero taxation and minimal filing and reporting requirements. An increasing number of offshore jur
Financial asset management is a great tool, that is used to manage a companies, investments, available cash flow, and its liabilities. This type of asset management is very complex, and requires the assistance of highly qualified professionals to obtain the best results.Most companies tend to outsource this task to qualified professionals who specialize in the field of financial asset management. Companies that specialize in managing the assets of other companies are better equipped to manage a companies assets. The effort that it would take a small or medium sized company to put together a highly specialized team to manage their assets would be cost prohibitive, and counter-productive.Financial asset management services, covers everything that falls under the blanket of a companies financial assets. However the main emphasis is placed on the capacity of the companies investments, and the retu
-Andorra
-Anguilla
-Bahamas
-Belize
-Bermuda
-British Virgin Islands
-Cayman Islands
-Cook Island
-Cyprus
-Gibraltar
-Guernsey
-Hong Kong
-Ireland
-Isle of Man
-Jersey
-Labuan
-Liechtenstein
-Luxembourg
-Madeira
-Malta
-Marshall Islands
-Mauritius
-Montenegro
-Nevis
-Niue
-Panama
-Samoa
-Seychelles
-Singapore
-Switzerland
-Turks and Caicos
-Vanuatu
ENTITY TYPE
International Business Companies - IBC
What is IBC? A term used to define a variety of offshore corporate structures. Common to all IBC's are the dedication to business use outside the incorporating jurisdiction, rapid formation, secrecy, broad powers, low cost, low to zero taxation and minimal filing and reporting requirements. An increasing number of offshore jurisdictions are permitting the use of nominee shareholders, directors and officers.
ENTITY name
Your entity's name must not match or be too similar to the name of an existing company registered in your desired state.
Officer
Officer is appointed by the board of directors and responsible for the daily operation of the corporation. The titles and duties of each officer are usually listed in the company’s bylaws. Common officer titles are president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. An officer can be one of the shareholders, owners or employees of the entity. Officer is part of the entity's management.
Shareholders
Shareholders: Owners of the issued stock of a corporation. Shareholders do not own specific corporate property; they merely own an interest in the corporation. Shareholders appoint the entity's board of directors which oversight the entity's management (officers).
Bank account
Once the incorporation has been completed the entity can set up a bank account.
The information we need to collect from you includes:
Proof of Identity
To establish the identity and signature of directors, account signatories and beneficial owners you must provide a copy of a current valid full passport. Such copy must bear a photograph, a signature and the number and must be certified by:
Passport photographs of each party - The passport copy you send to us must be sent by mail or courier (not Fax) and it must bear the ORIGINAL signature of the person certifying the identity document; it must not be a copy.
Proof of Residential Address - To validate the home address of directors, account signatories and beneficial owners please provide one of the following, for each party original recent (not older than three months) credit card statement or three original utility bills (telephone, electricity etc.) showing the residential address.
References - All the banks require original bank references from the personal bankers of the directors, account signatories and beneficial owners.
Merchant account
A Merchant Account is simply a relationship between a retailer and a merchant bank that enables retailers to accept web-based credit card payments from their customers. This is the account into which a Merchant Account Provider deposits payments into your business checking account from the transactions made online. To qualify for a merchant account, retailers must meet the bank's requirements.
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