Offshore Company Register – Licensed Registered Agent & International Corporate Services

Offshore Company Formation With a Licensed Registered Agent

No intermediaries. No brokers. Direct incorporation across seven core jurisdictions, backed by 30+ years of international corporate structuring, in-house licensed offices, and realistic banking support.

  • Company formation and structuring in ~80 jurisdictions
  • Banking assistance (fintech and selected traditional banks)
  • Economic Substance, registered agent and registered office services
  • Accounting, audit, renewals, apostille, notarised legalisation

30+

Years of Experience

10+

Offices Worldwide

187

Team Members

1-5

Days to Incorporate

What Offshore Company Formation Actually Means

Offshore company formation is the process of incorporating a legal entity in a jurisdiction other than the one where its owners are resident – usually to benefit from a stable legal system, tax neutrality on foreign-sourced income, asset protection, and simplified international administration. An offshore company is a separate legal person: it can own assets, sign contracts, hold investments, and open bank accounts in its own name, while the liability of its owners is limited to their capital contribution.

In practice, forming a company abroad is no longer solved by simple incorporation. Banks, regulators, and service providers now expect clear ownership, proper records, a genuine business purpose, and a legal source of funds. Our role is to help you choose a jurisdiction that fits your actual use case, prepare a compliance-ready file, and build a structure that can be administered and used long-term – not one that looks simple at the start and becomes difficult to maintain later.

Choose Your Jurisdiction

Seven core jurisdictions, plus formation support across around 80 countries

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British Virgin Islands

Business Company (BC)

Globally recognized international hub for 400000+ companies. Most accepted offshore. Ideal for cross-border trading, holding and asset protection.

1-3 daysfrom 2005 USD

BVI company formation →

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Seychelles

International Business Company (IBC)

The cost-effective offshore hub. 0% tax on foreign-sourced income, private register, no audit. Best for founders on a budget and IP holders.

1-3 daysfrom 1215 USD

Seychelles company formation →

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Hong Kong

Private Limited Company

Gateway to Asia with a strong banking reputation and territorial tax system. Ideal for trading, e-commerce and Asia-facing operations.

1-3 daysfrom 1725 USD

Hong Kong company formation →

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Cyprus

Private Limited Company (Ltd)

EU-based, treaty-rich solution with 12,5% corporate tax. Suited to EU trading, holding, and IP-box structures.

2-4 weeksfrom 1775 EUR

Cyprus company formation →

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United Arab Emirates

Mainland / Free Zone / Offshore

Prestige, residency options, and access to UAE banking. Ideal for relocation, regional headquarters and substance-based structures.

1-4 weeksfrom 6000 AED

UAE company formation →

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United Kingdom

LTD & LLP

Most admired and trusted jurisdiction for World’s top companies. Brilliant for agency, trading, consulting and for building credibility with counterparties.

2-4 daysfrom 1725 USD

UK company formation →

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Global Options

80+ countries

Beyond our core jurisdictions, we form and administer companies across around 80 countries through our network of licensed local partners. Ask us about the right fit for your case.

WorldwideTailored setup

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Seychelles Registered Agent

Licensed ICSP – Infinity Group (Seychelles) Ltd

We act as registered agent directly through our own FSA-licensed entity (ICSP licence ICS075), verifiable on the FSA public register.

Licence ICS075FSA verified

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The Advantage of Direct Access

Working with a licensed registered agent eliminates layers between you and the authorities

Speed

We file directly with the registries through our own licensed offices. Incorporation completes in 1-5 business days with real-time status updates – no waiting for third-party intermediaries to relay information.

Confidentiality

Your documents and personal data stay exclusively on our servers. No third-party brokers handling your sensitive information. Maximum privacy protection.

Clear Costs

We explain what is included, what is billed separately, and which government or other fees may apply. This helps you compare jurisdictions and understand the real cost of maintaining the company before and after incorporation.

Compliant from the Start

Prior to incorporation we review the complete structure, activity and banking expectations, and flag potential compliance issues early. After setup – our experienced compliance team helps to maintain a complete and up-to-date company file, including KYC, AML and corporate records – for annual reviews, regulator inspections and overall good standing.

Where a jurisdiction requires it, every company must appoint and maintain a licensed registered agent to incorporate companies, hold statutory records, maintain a registered office, and ensure regulatory compliance. The registered agent is your company’s mandatory link to the authorities. When you work with us directly – including through our own FSA-licensed entity in Seychelles – there are no intermediaries between your company and the registry.

Built for Real Cross-Border Business

Structured solutions matched to your activity, counterparties and banking needs

Entrepreneurs & Founders

International trading, consulting and digital businesses seeking a credible base

Trading Companies

Cash flow optimisation, multi-currency operations, asset protection

Holding & Investment

Holding structures, SPVs, IP ownership and investment vehicles

HNWI & Families

Asset protection, estate planning, layered Trust + company structures

Investors & Funds

Regional holding entities, flexible share management, streamlined administration

Complete Corporate Lifecycle, Not Just Registration

End-to-end solutions for international business structuring, from first incorporation to redomiciliation or dissolution

Company Formation & Structuring

Incorporation across ~80 jurisdictions with a complete document set delivered turnkey.

  • Full statutory documents pack
  • Apostille & Notarization
  • Professional director & shareholder options
  • Worldwide courier delivery services

Banking & EMI Onboarding

Realistic account-opening strategies, from fintech to selected traditional banks.

  • Case-specific list of selected Banks / EMI from 200+ options
  • Full coordination with the bank as eligible introducer
  • Documents verification, consulting and assistance with the forms
  • Preparation for the banking interview, if required

Registered Agent & Office

Mandatory local representation and governance within compliance boundaries.

  • Registered agent & registered office, address services
  • Coordination with registries and local authorities
  • Deadline reminders and annual compliance support
  • UBO information maintained in accordance with the law

Accounting, Audit & Renewals

Full autopilot mode. Your entity stays in good standing with complete support.

  • Monthly/quarterly bookkeeping
  • Financial statements preparation
  • Audit coordination where required
  • Renewals, substance & annual returns

Wealth & Asset Structuring

Long-term structures for protecting and passing on assets across borders.

  • Trusts and foundations
  • Asset holding & protection
  • Foreign residence & relocation
  • International inheritance matters

Redomiciliation, Liquidation & Legalisation

Managing the full life of your structure across borders.

  • Change of registered agent
  • Redomiciliation (continuation)
  • Voluntary dissolution / liquidation
  • Apostille, MOFA & embassy legalisation
Banking Solutions

Banking: Mission Possible

Opening bank accounts for offshore structures is challenging. We acknowledge this reality and solve it. Our primary focus is fintech / EMI solutions – modern, fast, and flexible. For select cases, we fight for access to classical institutions.

  • Pre-screening against bank requirements
  • Documentation tailored to specific institutions
  • Compliance department communication
  • Rejection troubleshooting and alternatives

Multi-Currency Accounts

Fintech and traditional banking solutions

Compliance

Compliance and Substance, Handled

Where a jurisdiction requires economic presence, beneficial ownership reporting, or annual filings, we turn these obligations into a straightforward administrative routine. We build structures designed to withstand due diligence – not to look simple today and become a problem later.

  • Economic substance where applicable
  • Beneficial ownership & register maintenance
  • Annual returns and renewals tracking
  • KYC / due diligence file preparation

Full Compliance

Built to withstand any Due Diligence

Offshore Company Formation – Starting Costs

Transparent starting prices. Final quotes depend on structure, substance and banking needs.

Jurisdiction Entity Type Incorporation FromSetup
Seychelles IBC 1-3 days 1215 USD
Hong Kong Private Limited 1-3 days 1725 USD
United Kingdom LTD / LLP 2-4 days 1725 USD
British Virgin Islands Business Company 1-3 days 2005 USD
Cyprus Ltd 2-4 weeks 1775 EUR
United Arab Emirates Mainland / Free Zone / Offshore 1-4 weeks 6000 AED
Other jurisdictions Any type standard Request quotation

How Offshore Company Formation Works With Us

A clear process from case review to company administration.

  1. 1

    Jurisdiction fit & purpose call

    We confirm your use case, counterparties, geography, and expected flows in a short confidential call or chat. You receive a tailored checklist.

  2. 2

    KYC and due diligence file preparation

    We help assemble and present the file in details: source of funds, source of wealth, business model, and supporting documents.

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    Name check and structure confirmation

    We confirm naming and finalise directors, shareholders, and governance approach.

  4. 4

    Formation and document issuance

    We file with the registry and obtain your Certificate of Incorporation, statutory registers, and complete corporate document set. Timing depends on the jurisdiction, KYC completion and registry processing.

  5. 5

    Banking applications

    We proceed with the most realistic route for your profile and risk scoring: EMI, traditional bank, or both.

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    Ongoing compliance setup

    Renewals, accounting, audit needs (if applicable), and Economic Substance administration (if applicable).

KYC Onboarding Checklist

What we typically need to prepare a compliance-ready file

For Individuals

  • Proof of Identity
  • Proof of residential address
  • Professional background & Employment information
  • Source of funds and source of wealth information
  • Intended business activity description
  • Business geography: counterparties location and transaction flows

For Businesses

  • Corporate documents
  • Ownership chart and beneficial owner details
  • Director and shareholder information
  • Financial statements or management accounts, where available
  • Contracts, invoices, website, presentation or business plan, where relevant
  • Expected transaction flows and counterparties

Licensed, Verifiable, and Compliance-Focused

Own licensed offices and a directly held registered agent licence

Our Licensed Footprint

We operate through our own licensed offices in Seychelles, the British Virgin Islands, Cyprus, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates, with consultants in the UK, Latvia, and Cyprus. In other countries we work through an established network of local licensees, legal and audit firms, and partner banks – allowing us to assist clients across around 80 jurisdictions.

Seychelles Registered Agent – Verify It Yourself

In Seychelles we act as registered agent directly through our own licensed entity, Infinity Group (Seychelles) Ltd, holding ICSP licence ICS075 issued by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) – verifiable on the FSA public register.

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A Guide to the Offshore World, Written by Our Team

Our consultants authored “Offshore Company Fundamentals: How to Legally Set Up a Company and Open a Bank Account” – a practical guide to choosing a jurisdiction, structuring ownership, and passing bank due diligence, written from 30+ years of hands-on experience.

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Choosing a Jurisdiction

How to match a jurisdiction to your real business and counterparties

Structuring Ownership

Directors, shareholders, UBOs and governance done correctly

Opening a Bank Account

What banks and EMIs actually ask for – and how to pass

Staying Compliant

Substance, renewals and record-keeping that hold up long-term

Not Sure Which Jurisdiction Fits Your Case?

You don’t need to decide alone. Tell us your business activity, counterparties and banking needs, and we’ll recommend the jurisdiction and structure that actually fit – with clear scope and fees before any engagement.

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Activity & Counterparties

We match the jurisdiction to how and where you actually do business

Banking Reality Check

We confirm a realistic fintech / EMI or bank route before you commit

Compliance Fit

Substance, reporting and renewals you can maintain long-term

Transparent Scope

Clear deliverables and fees – no surprises after engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about offshore company formation

What is the best jurisdiction for offshore company formation?
There is no single best jurisdiction – it depends on your business activity, counterparties, banking needs, and tax residency. Seychelles suit budget-conscious founders; the BVI suits holding and investment structures; Hong Kong and the UAE suit Asia and Middle East trade; Cyprus and the UK add EU access and reputation. We recommend a short fit call before deciding or jurisdiction selection service.
How long does it take to form an offshore company?
Most incorporations complete in 1-5 business days once KYC is approved.
Is an offshore company legal?
Yes. Forming and owning a foreign company is legal. What matters is proper reporting, a genuine business purpose, and correct tax treatment in your country of residence. We coordinate with your home-country tax advisors and our international tax specialists team.
Can an offshore company open a bank account?
Yes. We assist with EMI or selective offshore bank introductions. EMI accounts for operational speed, with selective offshore bank introductions. We pre-screen your profile against each institution’s requirements to reduce rejection risk.
Do I need a registered agent?
In most offshore jurisdictions (Seychelles, BVI, Belize) a licensed registered agent is mandatory. We act as agent directly, including through our own FSA-licensed entity in Seychelles, Infinity Group (Seychelles) Ltd (ICSP licence ICS075).
How much does offshore company formation cost?
Setup starts from 1 215 USD for a Seychelles IBC and varies by jurisdiction and package. Each jurisdiction page shows transparent Gold / Platinum pricing and annual renewal fees.
Is beneficial ownership information public?
In jurisdictions such as Hong Kong, Seychelles and the BVI, beneficial ownership is held privately by the registered agent and disclosed only to authorised government agencies for AML purposes – not on any public register.
Which offshore jurisdictions do you cover?
Our seven core jurisdictions are the British Virgin Islands, Seychelles, Hong Kong, Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom. Through our network of local licensees we assist clients across around 80 jurisdictions worldwide.

Discuss Your Structure

Every business situation is unique. Tell us what you are trying to achieve – we outline a structure approach and a realistic banking route, with clear scope and fees before any engagement.

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  • +44 207 822 8592 / +44 207 822 8594

  • 8-12 New Bridge Street, London, EC4V 6AL, United Kingdom

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Offshore company formation with a licensed agent Formation, banking support, substance administration, and renewals across 7 core jurisdictions