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At least one director/one shareholder
Required local registered address
Required local registered agent
No minimum paid up capital
Bearer shares not permitted
The most flexible structure for international business.
steps to register a company in Belize
Select your Belize IBC package on our digital platform. You can include additional services like bank account opening or nominee services. All data is handled over a secure 256-bit encrypted line.
Settle the service and government fees via Credit Card, PayPal, or Bank Transfer. After payment, you will receive a detailed checklist of the information needed for the Belize International Corporate Registry.
Upload a certified copy of your passport and proof of residence through our secure Client Portal. Our compliance team will verify these documents to ensure they meet Belize's anti-money laundering regulations.
We submit your application to the Belize Registrar. Once approved, your digital Certificate of Incorporation and Memorandum & Articles are issued, typically within 1-2 working days.
A physical corporate kit, including the company seal and original documents, will be couriered to your address shortly after.
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* Prices are subject to change based on specific requirements and additional services. ** Renewal fees are estimated and may vary.
A Belize BC can be named in any language but must end with suffixes like Limited, Corporation, or Incorporation. A Belize LLC must specifically contain 'Limited Liability Company', 'L.L.C.', or 'LLC'.
The primary difference lies in ownership structure. In an LLC, ownership is held by members, while in a BC, it is represented by shareholders. Following the 2023 Amendment Act, both entities are now subject to similar tax and compliance obligations.
You must have: 1. A unique business name 2. At least one director (resident or non-resident) 3. A registered office address in Belize 4. A local registered agent 5. Payment of registration fees.
Registration typically takes 2 business days to 2 weeks. Costs include incorporation fees, business license fees, and registered agent fees, along with miscellaneous expenses like notarization or legal consultations.
Companies formed Jan 1st – July 31st must renew before their anniversary. Companies formed Aug 1st – Dec 31st must renew before July 31st of the following year.
The process generally involves: 1. Name registration 2. Document submission for Incorporation Certificate 3. Acquiring business licenses 4. Tax registration (Income & GST) 5. Social Security Board registration (if hiring) 6. Optional IP registration.
A local registered address is a mandatory requirement for registration. It is used for official documentation purposes only and does not function as a mailing address for general correspondence.