Buy a Shelf Company in Belize
Purchase a pre-registered Belize company and start your offshore operations immediately. Ideal for asset protection, international trade, and tax-efficient structuring.
Belize Ready Made Company includes:
Contact us now to secure a ready-made Belize company tailored to your needs.
Belize Company Registration Process
Procedure to acquire a ready made company
Your chosen directors and shareholders of the new company sign official documents that allow us to make them the directors of your ready made company. We transfer the company into your power and it is ready to trade immediately.
Changing the company name of the Ready Made Company
We can also file a company name change the same day.
Appointing the new Directors
To appoint the directors of your new company you will need to sign official forms that state this. This can also be done through giving us a power of attorney to do this on your behalf.
We will be removed as directors of the company and it will be transferred over to you. You then receive the Certificate of Incorporation , Memorandum and Articles of Association of the company and the Company secretarial Forms.
Established Ready Made Shelf Companies, sometimes called old shelf or established companies, are dormant / inactive companies that were incorporated in the previous years but have never been active.
FAQs
What are the advantages of buying a readymade (shelf) company in Belize?
Buying a readymade (shelf) company in Belize offers several strategic advantages for entrepreneurs, investors, and international businesses:
- Immediate setup – Avoid the delay of company registration and begin operations the same day.
- Established incorporation date – Enhances credibility with banks, partners, and regulators.
- Privacy & asset protection – Belize offers strong confidentiality laws and nominee services.
- Offshore banking readiness – Many shelf companies are pre-approved or ready for international banking.
- No local residency requirement – 100% foreign ownership is allowed with no need for local directors or shareholders.
Shelf companies in Belize are ideal for those looking to enter global markets quickly, minimize administrative delays, and benefit from offshore protection and tax neutrality.
What are the most common types of company formation in Belize?
Belize offers several company structures suitable for offshore business, asset protection, and investment:
- International Business Company (IBC) – The most popular form for international trade, investment holding, and asset protection.
- Limited Liability Company (LLC) – Used for private ownership structures or holding companies with flexibility and legal protection.
- Trusts – Used for estate planning, inheritance, and asset protection.
- Foundations – Hybrid entities suitable for charitable or family wealth preservation purposes.
The Belize IBC remains the most widely used structure due to its ease of setup, full foreign ownership, and tax advantages.
How much share capital is required to start a Belize International Business Company (IBC)?
One of the most attractive features of forming a company in Belize is the low capital requirement:
- Standard authorized share capital: USD 50,000
- No paid-up capital required – You are not obligated to deposit this amount into a bank account.
- Capital can be issued in various share classes (e.g., bearer or registered shares), depending on your structuring needs.
This makes Belize IBCs highly accessible and flexible for international entrepreneurs and investors.
What are the key features of an International Business Company (IBC) in Belize?
A Belize IBC offers a range of benefits and features that make it a preferred structure for international business:
- 100% foreign ownership allowed
- Limited liability for shareholders
- No annual tax filings required for offshore activities
- Exempt from local taxation on income earned outside Belize
- Nominee directors and shareholders allowed for privacy
- Ideal for offshore banking, trading, and holding companies
- No minimum capital requirement or local office needed
- Fast incorporation – Usually completed within 24–48 hours
Belize IBCs are commonly used for e-commerce, asset holding, intellectual property ownership, and international consulting.
What other types of company formation are available in Belize?
Besides IBCs, Belize offers several legal entities tailored to different financial, investment, and estate planning goals:
- Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) – Ideal for joint ventures, asset protection, and pass-through taxation.
- Belize Trusts – Used for estate planning and wealth preservation with robust asset protection features.
- Private Foundations – Serve philanthropic, family, or succession planning purposes with civil-law protections.
- Limited Duration Companies (LDCs) – Exist for a fixed time and are commonly used in specific investment arrangements.
- Protected Cell Companies (PCCs) – Used primarily for segregated asset protection in fund or insurance structures.
Each formation type is backed by Belize’s strong legal framework, tax neutrality, and offshore-friendly policies.
Belize Shelf Companies Available on Request
We currently have ready-made Belize shelf companies available for acquisition.
Get in touch with us today, and we’ll match you with the right company based on your business needs and timeline.