*** To maintain good standing, your Cook Islands company must pay an annual renewal fee. This fee is a flat rate and free from hidden charges.

What’s included for 1900

● Incorporation of Company
● Cook Islands Government Registration Fees
● Registered Office for 1 year
● Registered Agent for 1 year
● Certificate of Incorporation
● Articles of Organisation
● Register of Members
● Membership Certificates
● Lifetime support

Why Cook Islands

The Cook Islands is an attractive jurisdiction for international business, asset protection, and financial privacy. Located in the South Pacific, this small island nation has developed a reputation as one of the most secure offshore financial centers in the world. Below are key reasons why individuals and businesses choose the Cook Islands for incorporation, trusts, and financial services.

Benefits of opening a company in Cook Islands

• 1. Strong Asset Protection Laws
  • The Cook Islands Trust (CIT) is one of the strongest asset protection structures in the world.
  • Local laws make it very difficult for foreign creditors to claim assets held in a Cook Islands Trust.
  • Strict fraudulent transfer rules require creditors to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a transfer was fraudulent.

  2. No Taxation on Offshore Income

  • No capital gains tax, income tax, or corporate tax for offshore companies.
  • This makes it an ideal location for wealth preservation and estate planning.

  3. Political and Economic Stability

  • A self-governing territory in free association with New Zealand.
  • Uses the New Zealand Dollar (NZD), providing currency stability.
  • A well-regulated financial services industry with a strong legal framework.

  4. Confidentiality & Privacy

  • The Cook Islands does not recognize foreign court judgments related to asset protection trusts.
  • There are strict confidentiality laws that protect client information.

  5. Flexible Offshore Company Structures

  • Cook Islands International Companies (ICs) allow 100% foreign ownership.
  • No minimum capital requirements.
  • Minimal reporting requirements for offshore companies.

  6. Estate Planning & Wealth Preservation

  • Ideal for high-net-worth individuals looking to protect wealth for future generations.
  • Trusts can last indefinitely (perpetual trusts).

  7. Strong Banking & Financial Services

  • A robust offshore banking sector.
  • Access to global investment opportunities with secure financial institutions.

  8. Compliance with International Standards

  • The Cook Islands adheres to international anti-money laundering (AML) and financial regulations.
  • Recognized as a legitimate and well-regulated jurisdiction for offshore business.

Incorporation Procedure

Documents from individuals:

• A Clear and Current/ Valid copy Driver’s License ID, (To be notarized)
• A copy of a Current Utility Bill, as proof of residential address (To be notarized)
• Application Form (we will provide).

Documents from legal entities:

• Copy of the Certificate of Incorporation;
• Copies of incorporation documents (Articles of Association and Memorandum of Association).
• Register of directors/shareholders/members

Note: Where documents are in a language other than English, a certified translation of the full document into English must be provided, with the original document.

Company Structure

• Minimum Number of Directors: One, who may be a natural person or a corporate body.
• Minimum Number of Shareholders: One, which can be the same entity as the director.
• Beneficial Owners: While beneficial owners are not part of public records, you must provide this information to the Registered Agent who maintains confidentiality.

Timeline

Once we have received all the required identification documents, the company formation process will take approximately 5 working days subject to compliance review.

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