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Nevis is a small island in the Caribbean Sea that
forms part of the inner arc of the Leeward Islands chain
of the West Indies. It is located near the northern end of
the Lesser Antilles archipelago, about 350 km
east-southeast of Puerto Rico and 80 km west
of Antigua. Its area is 93 km² and capital
is Charlestown.
Nevis IBC, is a limited liability company which conducts its
trading and business outside the Nevis and is intended for offshore
activities. It takes up to 2 days to incorporate a company in the
Nevis.
The Directors of the company may be
of any nationality and may reside anywhere. At least one director
is required and there is no requirement to appoint a local resident
director.
The Shareholders of the company may
be of any nationality and may reside anywhere. At least one
shareholder is required, this can be the same person as the
director. There is no upper limit to the number of shareholders and
a shareholder can be a person or a corporation
The standard share capital of a Nevis
IBC is $1,000 USD. However, only one share of the share capital
must be issued and paid up. Your company's share capital can be
issued in any currency.
Company Secretary / Registered Office / Registered
Agent
The company must have a registered agent and registered office
in Nevis. There is no requirement for local secretary.
Privacy
The details of shareholders and Directors do not appear on
public record.
Company Records
The company must maintain accounting records, however it does
not have to keep records in the Nevis and there is no requirement
to file accounts or a financial statement. There is no requirement
for having audited accounts or a corporate tax return.
Corporation and other taxes
There are no corporate taxes for a Nevis IBC, except for annual
government levy of USD$250 for standard share capital.
Why use a Nevis Company
The modern offshore legislation provides maximum flexibility in
global asset protection and privacy protection.
Nevis offshore companies are commonly used for
Holder of bank accounts, fixed deposits, investment plans and
any other financial or commercial title;
Owner of the shares of other companies or legal entities;
Owner of real estate and any other movable or immovable
property or goods;
Manager and promoter of international business
transactions;
International leasing of aircraft, vehicles, machinery and
others;
Borrowing or lending money, paying or receiving commissions,
royalties or others;
Marketing and promotion of products and services;
Other commercial and financial activities.
Our Formation Package
Registered Address and Agent
Company Secretarial Maintenance
Government fees
Certificate of Incorporation
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Appointment of First Directors
Consent Actions of the Board of Directors
Share Certificates
Register of Directors and Members
Company Seal
We also offer Nominee and Management Services (Substance
requirements) along with bank account opening and
international tax planning.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general
guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought
about your specific circumstances.
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