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Open an Offshore Company in Belize vs. Cayman Islands

An obvious difference between the two jurisdictions lies in their location: the Cayman Islands are located in the western Caribbean Sea, closer to the United States (Miami) while Belize is located in Central America. However, the location is not the only difference. Our team of Belize company registration agents highlights some of…

Set Up an Offshore Company in Belize vs Bermuda

The location of the offshore company can have an impact on the types of businesses that can be run from that location, the need to disclose information about the company as well as the acceptance of various business activities. There are several differences between Belize in Bermuda in terms of…

The Share Capital of a Belize IBC

The share capital of a Belize IBC has a standard value of 50,000 $ and it is divided into shares of equal value. This capital is one of the main requirements for foreign investors who wish to open a company in Belize. Our team of agents who specialize in Belize company formation can…

Requirements for Setting up a Foundation in Belize

A foundation is a legal structure that shares characteristics both with the corporation and with the trust and it can be used for asset protection, inheritance planning and for charitable purposes. The foundation can hold a number of assets, making it a versatile legal structure but one that has to…

Requirements for Opening a Trust in Belize

A trust is a financial instrument that can be successfully used for asset management and protection purposes. The requirements for opening a trust in Belize concern the documentation of the actual relationship between the settlor, the trustee, and the beneficiary. Our team of Belize company registration agents can help you comply with the requirements…

FAQ Ownership and Control of My Offshore Company in Belize

First time investors who open a company in Belize can use this quick guide on the most commonly asked questions on the ownership and control of an offshore company in the country. How does one prove ownership of a Belize IBC? A direct shareholder may prove his ownership of a IBC by…

FAQ on Offshore Bank Accounts in Belize

Opening a bank account is a necessary process when setting up an offshore company. Our Belize company formation agents have answered some of the most frequently asked questions about offshore bank accounts in the country. Is a bank account automatically opened when the IBC is incorporated? No. This is not an automatic process…

Start a Mutual Fund in Belize

The mutual fund is a type of investment vehicle that combines asses derived from a larger number of investors. In Belize, a mutual fund is a public fund that is governed by the Mutual Funds Act. Our Belize company registration agents can offer complete assistance to investors who wish to start a mutual fund in…

Open Offshore Insurance Company in Belize

Investors can choose to open an offshore insurance company in Belize and benefit from the particular tax-free advantages of the jurisdiction. Offshore insurance companies need to comply with the Belize International Insurance Act and observe the applicable rules and regulation for minimum capital and the Belize offshore company formation process. Requirements for offshore insurance companies…

Types of Offshore Investment Funds in Belize

The Mutual Funds Act recognizes three different types of offshore investment funds in Belize. These can generally be categorized according to their openness to the general public and according to the types of investors who use them. Foreign investors open a company in Belize or incorporate an investment fund because of the favorable business regulations…