Buy A Shelf Company In West Indies
Establish a legal presence in the Caribbean with a pre-registered West Indies company ideal for tax efficiency, global trading, and fast-track market entry.
West Indies Ready Made Company includes:
No West Indies Shelf companies available. We can help you set up a new company in West Indies.
West Indies 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.
Key Features
What are the advantages of a West Indies Readymade Company?
A West Indies readymade company (also known as a shelf company) offers several benefits:
- Quick Setup: Since it's already incorporated, you can start business activities immediately.
- Business History: Often comes with an established incorporation date, useful for credibility in tenders and contracts.
- Bank Account Facilitation: Can simplify the process of opening a corporate bank account.
- Reduced Bureaucracy: Saves time and administrative steps compared to starting a company from scratch.
- Name Reservation: The company name is already registered and reserved.
What are the most common types of West Indies company formation?
The most frequently used company types in the West Indies (depending on the specific island jurisdiction) include:
- International Business Company (IBC): Most popular for offshore business activities. Offers tax exemptions and confidentiality.
- Limited Liability Company (LLC): Ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises. Provides limited liability protection.
- Exempt Company: Typically for non-residents with foreign income sources.
- Public Limited Company (PLC): Suitable for larger businesses planning to offer shares to the public.
Each island (like Saint Lucia, Antigua, or Barbados) may have its own regulatory specifics and corporate structures.
How much share capital is needed for a Private Limited Liability Company in the West Indies?
The minimum share capital requirement varies depending on the jurisdiction:
- In many Caribbean jurisdictions, such as Saint Lucia or Belize, there is no minimum share capital required by law for an IBC or LLC.
- However, a nominal amount (e.g., USD $1,000) is typically authorized for the purpose of structuring the company.
- Shares can usually be issued fully or partly paid.
It’s recommended to consult the specific regulations of the island in question.
What are the other features of a Private Limited Liability Company (LLC) in the West Indies?
Key features of an LLC in the West Indies include:
- Limited Liability: Shareholders' liability is limited to their investment.
- Tax Efficiency: Many jurisdictions offer tax exemptions for non-resident businesses.
- Flexibility: May have a single shareholder and director (can be the same person).
- No Public Disclosure: Shareholder and director information is often kept confidential.
- Ease of Management: Simplified compliance and reporting requirements.
- Foreign Ownership: 100% foreign ownership is generally permitted.
What other types of company formation are there in the West Indies?
Beyond LLCs and IBCs, other types of companies in the West Indies include:
- Public Limited Companies (PLCs): For raising capital from the public or listing on a stock exchange.
- Limited Partnerships (LPs): Often used for investment and joint venture projects.
- Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs): For charitable or educational initiatives.
- Trusts and Foundations: Useful for asset protection and estate planning.
Each form serves different legal, tax, and operational objectives, depending on the business goals.
We Cannot Currently Provide West Indies Shelf Companies
But can provide new companies quickly and cost effectively. Please contact us for further details.