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Articles about offshore companies, the Seychelles IBC and everything around it.
75 articles
2022
2021
- 22.07.2021No data from director or shareholderLatest information from FSA Seychelles on publication of data on director or shareholder The details of the director or shareholder(s) are not publicly availabl …
- 23.06.2021Even more acceptance of crypto currencies at Offshore Seychellescryptocurrencies Even more acceptance of crypto currencies at Offshore Seychelles The Offshore Blog from, 23.06.2021 Since 2019, we accept Bitcoin as a cryptocu …
- 05.04.2021The Offshore Seychelles website is now also available in Swedish since April 2021.Swedish The first Nordic language now on offshore.sc The Offshore Blog from, 05.04.2021 Long had to wait the Swedish visitors of Offshore Seychelles. Now we hav …
2020
- 13.12.2020Why you should NOT start your IBC with an offshore service or agency from EuropeAdvantages and disadvantages of establishing an IBC No, this is not a rant against our colleagues. Because most of them do the job just as well as we do. As the …
- 08.12.2020EU Black listed is goodThe rectification of the use of a Seychelles offshore IBC company Again and again we are asked by email or by chat about it, also in offshore forums or in vario …
- 10.10.2020Information, research, documents and certificatesWhat additional services does Offshore Seychelles offer? The Offshore Blog from, 10.10.2020 Seychelles company documents Because of our links with the Seychelle …
- 11.09.2020Is there a quick reference guide for the Seychelles IBC?What does an IBC contain, which specifications, which advantages
- 11.09.2020What is a Hague Apostille?What is a Hague Apostille? The ApostilleThe Hague Apostille is a form of legalization in international document traffic. It is used in legal transactions betwee …
- 11.09.2020Who can become a director?Any individual over the age of 18 may be appointed as a director
- 11.09.2020Your data is safeDATA PROTECTION IS A VERY IMPORTANT ISSUE Seychelles has a very interesting take on this, as data protection is built into the constitution.
- 10.09.2020Who and what kind of business is an IBC offshore company / Seychelles company suitable for?Ventures The Seychelles and its registry are open to the most Ventures which as IBC are founded. But you could say that the following list is a kind of hit list …
- 24.08.2020Certificate of Good Standing4.9 (33) An Certificate of Good Standing (CoGS) We will directly and without any detours prepare the IBC for you for each registered IBC at the Seychelles Regi …
- 24.08.2020IBC Consulting4.6 (43) You need a free consultation beforehand regarding the establishment of an offshore company, IBC? We have been there for our customers for over 10 yea …
- 24.08.2020Notarial certifications4.8 (12) We do notarial Notarizations in Seychelles. Be it for your Seychelles offshore IBC company or for your wedding or whatever you need notarization for …
- 24.08.2020offshore incorporation4.9 (33) We establish uncomplicated and confidential Your Offshore IBC in 24 hours. We can also provide a Nominee Director. All advice is given in English or …
- 24.08.2020Power of Attorney (POA)We can have our notaries discreetly issue a power of attorney for you and your company. We would be happy to do this beforehand using your template in your own …
- 24.08.2020Registered address4.3 (18) You need a Address in the Seychelles? We have them, whether you need a street address, a PO Box or both. In addition, we also take over a mail servic …
- 24.08.2020Request for an apostille4.9 (20) You need an apostille on a document issued in the Seychelles? We will take care of the Supreme Court for you and have an apostille applied. We send a …
- 24.08.2020Substance for your offshore company, IBCCreate substance with office and staff in Seychelles If you need a substance with office, employees, fleet, etc., we are active. We also take care of a postal a …
- 24.08.2020Translations of your documents4.8 (15) Do you have a document in your language that needs to be translated into English or French before it can be certified by a notary or presented to the …
- 16.08.2020Financial crime in the SeychellesFINANCIAL CRIME IN THE SEYCHELLES OVERVIEW A guide to questions and answers on financial and white-collar crime in Seychelles.
- 05.04.2020Offshore Seychelles offers individual consultingThe perfect business: Offshore Seychelles offers company founders individual advice Sure, whoever hears "Seychelles" probably first thinks of holidays in dreaml …
2019
- 21.11.2019Seychelles Offshore IBC OverviewAn overview of the Seychelles Offshore IBC It is easy to lose track of why an offshore company in the Seychelles is the right solution. Here is a quick overview …
- 17.09.2019What is a Certificate of Good Standing?For what do I need this certificate and what does it contain?
- 12.05.2019The perfect company structureThe perfect company structure Again and again one reads the question: what is the perfect corporate structureto run e.g. an Amazon, Ebay or similar online busin …
- 08.02.2019What are the follow-up costs of an offshore company?Follow-up costs, also known as annual renewal fees or renewal costs
2018
- 20.12.2018Amendments to the International Commercial Companies Act 2016New adoption of the IBC ACT 2016 The publication of the directors of an offshore IBC company of the Seychelles was withdrawn The Offshore Blog of, 20.12.2018 Re …
- 26.08.2018Are the Seychelles the best jurisdiction to incorporate an IBC?Mit rund 240.000 IBC müssen sich die Seychellen keinesfalls verstecken (Stand 2026)
- 26.08.2018Do long and complicated forms have to be filled out?Do long and complicated forms have to be filled out? Your data is very, very important to us! We therefore do not store anything in our ordering system that cou …
- 26.08.2018Can an IBC have a non-English company name?Can an IBC have a non-English company name? Seychelles offshore companies are used all over the world in many different languages. Often the founder wants to ha …
- 26.08.2018Can an IBC invest in the Seychelles?Yes, an IBC may hold shares, debentures or other securities of a domestic company in Seychelles
- 26.08.2018Can an IBC consist of 1 director and 1 shareholder?The director and the shareholder may be the same person or entity
- 26.08.2018Can an IBC have its own offices in the Seychelles?Can an IBC have its own offices in the Seychelles? Yes, an IBC can have its own offices in the Seychelles.
- 26.08.2018Is a company secretary required?Is a company secretary required? The International Business Companies Act 2016 of Seychelles (as amended from time to time) does not require the appointment of …
- 26.08.2018Are legal entities allowed as directors?Are legal entities allowed as directors? Yes, legal entities are allowed. A legal entity from most other countries can be used without restriction. However, the …
- 26.08.2018Do we have to travel to the Seychelles to form an IBC?Do we have to travel to the Seychelles to form an IBC? No. Although we are always happy to meet our clients, you do not have to travel to the Seychelles to set …
- 26.08.2018Does an IBC give foreigners an unfair advantage over residents?Does an IBC give foreigners an unfair advantage over residents? No, because Seychelles residents are just as legally able to own and operate a Seychelles IBC as …
- 26.08.2018Does an IBC have to file accounting accounts?Does an IBC have to file accounting accounts? No, there is no requirement to prepare or file your IBC accounting accounts in Seychelles. The authorities will no …
- 26.08.2018Does an IBC have to keep accounts and other records?Retention of documents is mandatory, the financial statements are not
- 26.08.2018Does a Seychelles IBC have to pay taxes?Does a Seychelles IBC have to pay taxes? An IBC is not taxable in Seychelles, so there is NO tax on an IBC in Seychelles. Section 109 of the Seychelles Internat …
- 26.08.2018How soon can you get the name of the IBC approved?Name request for an offshore company in the Seychelles within 1-2 hours
- 26.08.2018How quickly can we register a Seychelles Offshore IBC?How quickly can we register a Seychelles Offshore IBC? We can create a new IBC the Seychelles usually register within 24 hours, especially if you tell us from t …
- 26.08.2018When someone examines a Seychelles IBC, what data do they get?The Seychelles Constitution and its laws prohibit the disclosure of data to third parties.
- 26.08.2018Does an IBC have to have an office in the Seychelles?Does an IBC have to have an office in the Seychelles? No, it doesn't have to. However, with the extension of the IBC Act 2018, valid since 01.01.2019, the possi …
- 26.08.2018What does ring fencing mean?What does ring fencing mean? Ringfencing or ring-fencing occurs when a portion of the assets or profits of a company is financially separated, without necessari …
- 26.08.2018What do you accept as proof of address?Scans of documents and not older than 3 months Proof of address
- 26.08.2018What is a Jurisdiction?What is a Jurisdiction? Jurisdiction refers to a jurisdiction. This is a territory with its own laws under the control of its own court system and government, w …
- 26.08.2018What information and documents do you need from us to register the IBC?Only a few documents are required for the formation of a company
- 26.08.2018What information do you need about the planned business and activities?What information do you need about the planned business and activities? We require information on the specific business and activities that the prospective Seyc …
- 26.08.2018What and where is an accounting address?No obligation to prepare, audit or file annual financial statements (profit and loss account, balance sheet and cash flow statement)
- 26.08.2018What is an IBC?What is an IBC? An International Business Company (IBC) is a legal entity that should not have a principal business activity in the country where it has its reg …
- 26.08.2018What is the difference between an IBC and a domestic company?What is the difference between an IBC and a domestic company? The biggest difference is in their scope of business. A domestic company can operate in Seychelles …
- 26.08.2018What are the advantages of a Seychelles IBC over other IBC's?Low costs, high availability of names, no obligation to prepare annual accounts
- 26.08.2018What words are prohibited in offshore IBC names? Do you have a list?An IBC may not engage in the business of banking, insurance, trusts and foundations
- 26.08.2018Who can sign for the company?Subscription rights may be granted by the UBO or the Director
- 26.08.2018Why do you need our passports and other documents and information?Why do you need our passports and other documents and information? Licensed business service providers, consultants, incorporation companies and trustees in Sey …
- 18.08.2018What is a director and what is meant by it?What is a director and what is meant by it? Director, in relation to a company, a foreign company and any other body corporate, includes a person acting in the …
- 18.08.2018What does the term dissolved mean and what is meant by it?What does the term dissolved mean and what is meant by it? dissolved, in relation to a company, means dissolved under this Act or any other written law of Seych …
- 17.08.2018What does the term acceptable translator stand for?What does the term acceptable translator stand for? acceptable translator means a person who -
- 17.08.2018What does the term accounting records stand for?What does the term accounting records stand for? accounting records means, in relation to a company, means documents relating to -
- 17.08.2018What does the term: act commencement date mean?What does the term: act commencement date mean? act commencement date Means the date on which the (IBC) International Business Companies Act 2016, came into for …
- 17.08.2018What is an appeals board, or what do you mean by that?What is an appeals board, or what do you mean by that? appeals board Means the Board of Appeal established under the Financial Services Authority regulations in …
- 17.08.2018What is an approved form?What is an approved form? approved form, shall be a form approved by the Registrar or the Authority under section 353;
- 17.08.2018What do articles mean?What do articles mean? articles means the original, amended or restated articles of association of a company;
- 17.08.2018What does authorised capital mean?What does authorised capital mean? authorized capital, in relation to a company, means -
- 17.08.2018What does Authority mean, or who does it refer to?What does Authority mean, or who does it refer to? authority the Seychelles Financial Services Regulatory Authority established by the Financial Services Regula …
- 17.08.2018What is a bearer share?The bearer share is a share certificate that is not issued to the bearer.
- 17.08.2018What is a board and what is meant by it?What is a board and what is meant by it? board, in relation to a company, means -
- 17.08.2018What is, or rather what does the term body corporate mean?What is, or rather what does the term body corporate mean? Body corporate includes a company, a company incorporated under the Companies Act and a body corporat …
- 17.08.2018What is or does the term class of members mean?What is or does the term class of members mean? class of membersin terms of a protected cell company, involves -
- 17.08.2018What is meant by company in relation to offshore?What is meant by company in relation to offshore? company means -
- 17.08.2018What is or means a company limited by guarantee?What is or means a company limited by guarantee? company limited by guarantee is a company whose memorandum of association limits the liability of all its membe …
- 17.08.2018What is a company limited by shares?What is a company limited by shares? company limited by shares means a company -
- 17.08.2018What is a company limited by shares and guarantee?What is a company limited by shares and guarantee? company limited by shares and guarantee means a company -
