Company Formation & Management: FAQ:
Do I have to come to your offices in order to have a corporation organized?
No. The entire incorporation process is taken care of by members of our staff.
How long does it take to organize a Panamanian corporation, or a B.V.I.
company?
Once we have verified the availability of the name desired by the client, we
can ordinarily complete the incorporation process within two business days after
the date of receipt of the funds in settlement of our services.
What data should I provide for incorporation purposes?
You may use the incorporation form and fill it in completely, or you may choose
from the shelf companies we have in stock for immediate use.
Do the names or identities of the beneficial owners or shareholders
have to be disclosed to the local government?
The identity of beneficial shareholders need not be revealed. Such information
is not a matter of public records, meaning that disclosure of any relation with
the beneficial owner is not only easily avoided, but also standard procedure.
Can an offshore company maintain a bank account and/or a brokerage
account?
You can open a bank account and/or a brokerage account in the name of an offshore
company practically anywhere.
Would an offshore company help me to protect my assets?
Many individuals establish offshore companies in order to place assets beyond
the reach of potential creditors or litigation proceedings or even family. Upon
transferring the assets to an offshore company, you are no longer the legal
owner of the assets and it is more difficult to successfully sue you. The control
over the assets still remains in your hands, but your assets are more protected
from potential law suits.
Would an offshore company offer me any inheritance and/or probate tax
advantages?
Through the use of an offshore company it is possible to ensure that assets
are held outside an individual’s estate for inheritance purposes. Ownership
of assets through an offshore company can often eliminate exposure to inheritance
tax and death duties. Those assets would no longer be subject to probate proceedings
and could be disposed of/used immediately after the individual’s death
strictly in accordance with the wishes of the company’s beneficial owner.
Furthermore, such a structure makes it possible to avoid legal fees and even
the publicity fallout from probate proceedings.
Are offshore companies required to file tax returns?
It is not required to file any tax returns in any of the offshore jurisdiction
promoted by us.
How do I settle the expenses and fees for your services?
You may arrange for a remittance of funds or you may issue a check. Furthermore,
we also accept payments through VISA and MasterCard.
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