Bahamas Company Formation
A leading Caribbean jurisdiction for international founders seeking strong privacy, tax-neutral treatment for global activities, and flexible structures for asset protection and investment.
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US$ 2,279
Doing Business in
Bahamas: Key Highlights
Explore why the Bahamas is a preferred choice for international business.
Strong Privacy Protection
Ownership and beneficial details are not publicly disclosed.
Tax-Neutral Regime
No corporate tax on foreign-sourced income for international activities.
Flexible & Simple Setup
Straightforward incorporation with minimal ongoing requirements.
Stable Caribbean Environment
Politically stable jurisdiction with reliable legal safeguards.
How It Works
Preparation
Request a company name check and eligibility review.
Company Details
Submit company, director, and shareholder information.
Document Submission
Upload required documents for verification.
Additional Services Setup
Optional services such as accounting, trademark, or compliance support are arranged.
Company Management
Receive incorporation documents and manage services via the client portal.
Get Started
Bahamas Company Formation
Entity Type | International Business Company (IBC) |
Legal System | Common Law |
Governing Law | International Business Companies Act |
Regulator | Bahamas Registrar General |
Director(s) | Minimum 1. Individual or Corporate. No residency required. |
Shareholder(s) | Minimum 1. 100% foreign ownership allowed |
Incorporation Timeframe | Typically completed within 7-10 working days. |
Professional Officer | Mandatory Registered Agent |
Local Mandates | Registered Office required in Bahamas |
Issued Share(s) | No minimum |
Issued Share Capital | No statutory minimum. Standard authorized share capital is commonly set at USD 50,000 |
Paid-up Capital | Not required |
Accessible Records | No public records of shareholders or beneficial owners. Ownership stays private. |
Accounting & Audit | Accounting records required. Financial Statement audit report is generally not mandatory |
Annual Compliance & Tax Filing | Annual renewal, record-keeping compliance |
Economic Substance | Annual ES reporting is required for all companies. |
Tax Regime | Offshore tax-neutral regime |
Standard Tax Rate | 0% for Foreign-Source Income. However for some business activities attributable to operations outside The Bahamas: Annual Turnover: (1) Less than $1 million - Annual Tax: $2,500 (2) Greater than $1 million - Annual Tax: 0.25% of turnover up to a maximum tax of $100,000 |
Tax Exemptions | Tax-neutrality for non-resident business activities |
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Why Choose Us For Company Formation Service
Mark T.
Singapore
OCC handled our offshore incorporation flawlessly. We opened a BVI company and corporate bank account within weeks.
Laura D.
UK
Professional, responsive and extremely knowledgeable about asset protection.
Daniel R.
Australia
The team guided us through every step of our company setup and compliance process. Everything was delivered on time and with absolute clarity.
Sofia M.
Germany
From consultation to banking support, the experience was seamless. Their client portal makes managing our entities extremely easy.
Ready to Incorporate in Bahamas?
Establish your company efficiently with strategic EU advantages, strong credibility, and full professional support from start to finish.
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