Belize IBC FAQ's

1. Do you provide nominee services for IBC's in Belize?
2. I don't want to use registered shares, what do you recommend in Belize, bearer or nominee shareholder?
3. Are there any annual fees in Belize? If so, what are they for?
4. When I order my Belize IBC, do I get an offshore bank account?
5. Do I have to file any annual reports, such as Minutes of Meetings or accounts with the Government?
6. What can you tell me about Belize? Is it a stable jurisdiction for an offshore company?
7. How long does it take to incorporate an IBC in Belize?
8. If circumstances change and I change my mind about the offshore company, can I get at least a partial refund?

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1. Do you provide nominee services for IBC's in Belize?
   Yes, we do. If you want, we provide a nominee shareholder free of charge. We also offer nominee directors as a supplementary service.
   
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2. I don't want to use registered shares, what do you recommend in Belize, bearer or nominee shareholder?
   This is your decision, however we recommend the nominee shareholder which we provide at no additional cost to you. Secondly, some banks will not open accounts for Companies with bearer shares.
   
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3. Are there any annual fees in Belize? If so, what are they for?
   Yes, there are annual maintenance fees which are due on January 1^st. of the year following the date of incorporation and every January thereafter . The fees are: government fees; registered office fee; registered agent's fee. These are a requirement of the jurisdiction. There are other optional services which we provide. You only pay for these if you require the service. In Belize our fees are highly competitive. For annual maintenance fees, go to our Packages & Prices page.
   
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4. When I order my Belize IBC, do I get an offshore bank account?
   This is an option we offer. We can introduce you to one of the reliable banks we work with in the Caribbean or in Europe. If you indicate in your application form that you require a bank account, we will assist you in getting a bank which offers online banking and a debit card. We are also an official agent for most of the banks which we introduce you to.
   
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5. Do I have to file any annual reports, such as Minutes of Meetings or accounts with the Government?
   No. In Belize, there is no statutory requirement for meetings or account filing. Shareholders may hold meetings at their discretion and anywhere in the world.
   
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6. What can you tell me about Belize? Is it a stable jurisdiction for an offshore company?
   Belize gained its independence in 1981 from Britain. Its laws are based on British Common Law and the Queen of England is still the Head of State. Belize, formerly British Honduras, enjoys a stable democracy. Offshore legislation was introduced in 1990, and since then Belize has grown as a reputable offshore jurisdiction.
   
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7. How long does it take to incorporate an IBC in Belize?
   Once you have completed the incorporation form and paid the fees, we will ship your company documents to you in three working days by express courier such as FedEx or DHL. You must allow the required time for the package to get to you and this time will depend on your location. We will provide you with a tracking number by which you can keep a trace on the package.
   
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8. If circumstances change and I change my mind about the offshore company, can I get at least a partial refund?
   Once the incorporation form has been completed and the company paid for no refund is possible. These funds would have already been used for the incorporation fees and other services provided.
   
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