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Incorporation Details
Fee schedule
Country | First year | Annual fee |
---|---|---|
Nevis | US$ 1,900 | US$ 1.690 |
*** To maintain good standing, your Nevis 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
● Nevis Government Registration Fees
● Registered Office for 1 year
● Registered Agent for 1 year
● Certificate of Incorporation
● Memorandum of Association
● Register of Members
● Membership Certificates
● Lifetime support
Why Nevis
Nevis, part of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, is one of the most secure and business-friendly offshore jurisdictions in the world. It is widely used for asset protection, tax efficiency, and financial privacy.
Benefits of opening a company in Nevis
1. Strong Privacy & Confidentiality
✅ No public records of company ownership – The names of company owners, directors, and shareholders are not disclosed in any public registry.
✅ Nominee services can be used for extra confidentiality.
✅ No financial reporting requirements – Unlike many other offshore jurisdictions, Nevis companies are not required to file financial statements or annual returns.
2. Zero or Low Taxes
✅ No corporate tax on worldwide income.
✅ No personal income tax for non-residents.
✅ No capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or withholding tax.
✅ No foreign exchange controls – Funds can be freely moved in and out of Nevis.
3. Strong Asset Protection
✅ Nevis LLCs offer some of the world’s strongest asset protection laws.
✅ Creditors face significant legal hurdles if they attempt to seize assets held in a Nevis entity.
✅ Charging order protection – A creditor cannot take control of a Nevis LLC, only receive distributions (if any).
✅ Strict fraudulent conveyance laws – A creditor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that fraudulent transfers occurred within two years (much stricter than in other jurisdictions).
4 Fast & Simple Incorporation
✅ Nevis companies can be registered in 24–48 hours.
✅ No minimum capital requirement – A Nevis LLC or IBC (International Business Corporation) can be formed with as little as $1 capital.
✅ Easy maintenance – No financial statements or audits are required.
5. Flexibility in Business Operations
✅ No residency requirements – Directors, shareholders, and members do not need to be residents of Nevis.
✅ Any currency can be used – No restrictions on currency types for financial transactions.
✅ Virtual and remote business-friendly – Ideal for e-commerce, fintech, crypto, and remote business owners.
Types of Business Entities in Nevis
Nevis offers several business structures that cater to different needs, such as asset protection, international trade, investment holding, and wealth management. Here’s a breakdown of the main business entities available in Nevis:
1. Nevis LLC (Limited Liability Company) – Most Popular
✅ Best for: Asset protection, international business, and tax efficiency.
✅ Liability Protection: Members are not personally liable for company debts.
✅ Privacy: Owners’ names are not publicly disclosed.
✅ Tax Benefits: No corporate tax, no capital gains tax, and no withholding tax for non-residents.
✅ Flexibility: No restrictions on ownership, management, or capital contributions.
2. Nevis IBC (International Business Corporation) – Offshore Trading
✅ Best for: International trade, holding companies, and investment firms.
✅ Tax Benefits: No corporate tax on foreign-sourced income.
✅ No Minimum Capital Requirement.
✅ Can issue bearer shares for enhanced privacy.
✅ No local director or shareholder requirements.
3. Nevis Trust – Strongest Asset Protection
✅ Best for: Wealth preservation, estate planning, and shielding assets from creditors.
✅ Privacy: No public disclosure of trust details or beneficiaries.
✅ Asset Protection: Creditors face strict legal barriers to accessing trust assets.
✅ Flexible Structure: Can be set up as revocable or irrevocable.
✅ Duration: Can exist for up to 100 years.
4. Nevis Foundation – Hybrid of LLC & Trust
✅ Best for: Asset management, philanthropy, and succession planning.
✅ Liability Protection: Shields assets from legal claims.
✅ Tax-Free: No income, capital gains, or inheritance tax.
✅ Can Hold Multiple Assets: Real estate, stocks, and intellectual property.
5. Nevis Multiform Foundation – Flexible Business Structure
✅ Best for: Combining features of a trust, LLC, or corporation.
✅ Can Convert Between Structures: Switch between foundation, trust, LLC, or IBC as needed.
✅ Privacy: Beneficiaries are not publicly listed.
Incorporation Procedure
Documents from individuals:
- A Clear and Current/ Valid copy Driver’s License ID, (To be notarized)
- An original Bank reference letter ( On the bank Official Letterhead)
- An original Professional reference letter from an Accountant or Lawyer ( On the Professional’s Official Letterhead)
- 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/Managers: One, who may be a natural person or a corporate body.
- Minimum Number of Shareholders/Members: 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 3 working days subject to compliance review.
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Follow the right path with the right procedure
STEP 01
Select package and submit KYC documents
STEP 02
Sign application forms and do due diligence requirements
STEP 03
Submit the application and receive corporate documents
STEP 04
Annual registration renewal to keep business in good standing
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