Setup and Maintenance Costs

Incorporation (Setup) Costs - US$1250

The fee is all inclusive, no hidden costs.

Our company kits are always delivered with the same documents but may vary slightly from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
Our corporate kits are delivered with the following documents:-
- Articles of Incorporation in English (Notarized and legalized by Apostille)
- Appointment of First Directors / Nominee Directors (if applicable)
- Nominee shareholders (if applicable)
- Shareholder certificates
- Minute Books
- Share registry books
- 1 Power of Attorney (Notarized and legalized by Apostille)
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Trust agreement (when applicable)
- Minutes and / or board resolutions when requested.

Annual Maintenance Costs

Annual Maintenance Costs - US$750

The fee is payable after the first year and covers annual taxes, registered agent and nominees. No hidden costs.

Compliance

Authorised and Issued Share Capital.

The usual authorised share capital of a Belize Company is US$50 000divided in to shares with or without par value. The share capital may be expressed in any currency. The minimum issued capital may be one share of no par value or one share of par value.

Classes of Shares Permitted.

Registered shares, shares of no par value, preference shares, redeemable shares and shares with or without voting rights.

Taxation

A Belize International Business Company does not pay any tax on its world-wide profits to Belize authorities.

Licence Fees

Financial Statement Requirements

Directors

Company Secretary

Shareholders.

Other Facilities Available in Belize

Belize IBC's may not be used to access any of Belize's double tax agreements.

General Information

Belize (formerly British Honduras) is a scenically beautiful, independent country located on the Caribbean seaboard of Central America. Belize has an area of approximately 23,026 sq km, and is bounded by Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the west and south. The administrative capital of Belize is Belmopan, but the major commercial centre is Belize City, which is located on the eastern coast close to the major international airport.

Population

The total population of Belize is around 300,000 of which some 60,000 live in Belize City. The population of Belize is ethnically diverse and includes descendants of the original Mayan culture and people of Caribbean, Caucasian, Chinese and East Indian descent.

Political Structure

Belize has a long history of peace, stability and democracy. It became a British Crown Colony in 1862 and achieved complete self-rule in 1981. Belize is a member of the British Commonwealth, the United Nations and the Non-Aligned Movement. In Belize, executive authority is exercised by the Cabinet under the leadership of the Prime Minister, subject to approval by a 28 member Senate with the majority appointed on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. There are two main political parties; both parties are committed to the economic development of the country and the encouragement of overseas investment.

Infrastructure And Economy

Belize's unspoiled environment with cays and barrier reef make it a popular destination for eco-tourists, whilst its clear unpolluted waters are excellent for swimming, diving, fishing and other aqua sports. The country also offers a unique mix of unspoiled woodlands, caves, rivers, mountains, waterfalls and jungle, in addition to a wealth of Mayan archaeological sites. There are also forest reserves, wildlife sanctuaries, marine resort areas and the world's only jaguar reserve. Major exports are sugar, bananas, citrus products, fishery products, garments and timber and wood products. The offshore finance industry is generating an increasing proportion of national income.

Language

The official and spoken language is English.

Currency

The Belize Dollar (BZ$).

Exchange Control

Offshore activities are exempted from exchange control.

Type of Law

Common Law. Based on English Company Law.

Principal Corporate Legislation

International Business Companies Act, 2000. Limited Life Companies Act, 1999.

Company Information

Belize became a British Crown Colony in 1862 and became independent in 1981. Belize is now a parliamentary democracy. The government of Belize is fully committed to the ongoing development of Belize as a leading offshore jurisdiction. Through regular consultations with the private sector, the government ensures that its policies and legislation continue to meet the needs and interests of the international financial community in an environment which engenders trust and confidence. The Belize International Business Company (IBC) is the most popular form of offshore corporate structure. An IBC is formed under the International Business Company Act 1990 and generally must conduct its trading and business outside Belize. However, Belize's legislation also allows an IBC to carry on a number of activities within Belize. Belize offshore companies are used for a variety of tax planning and international investment purposes.

Type of Company for International Trade and Investment

The Belize International Business Company (IBC) or the Belize Limited Life Company (LLC).

Procedure to Incorporate

Registered Agent delivers the Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association to the Bellize Registry together with the appropriate fee.

Restrictions on Trading

Cannot trade within Belize or own real estate there. Cannot undertake the business of banking, insurance, assurance or reinsurance.

Language of Legislation and Corporate Documents

English.

Shelf Companies Available

Yes.

Time to Incorporate

2 Days.

Name Restrictions

Any name that has already been incorporated in Belize, or is so similar as to cause confusion. Any name which in the opinion of the Registrar is considered undesirable, obscene or offensive. Names such as royal or imperial and any name that suggests the patronage of Belize Government

Language of Name

A Belize IBC can be incorporated using any language. Chinese language incorporations with Chinese documentation are very popular.

Suffixes to Denote Limited Liability

Limited, Corporation, Incorporation, Société Anonyme, Sociedad Anónima, Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung or the relevant abbreviations.

Disclosure of Beneficial Ownership to Authorities

No.