Register your Company in Bahamas in 10 days (upon validation of your identification documents).*
Client confidentiality protection via secured systems.
Your company and its application for a bank account, including eBanking and credit card. Opening by correspondence.
A dedicated manager is available throughout the year to administer your company.
Complete our order form and make the payment for your chosen services. You will then be assigned a client manager to assist you through the incorporation process.
Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation.
Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully incorporated subject to local authority approval.
Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.
Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.
Good to Know
Bahamian IBCs are allowed to make and maintain contact with professional firms, maintain books and records, hold meetings of directors or members, and lease real estate for use as an office in the Bahamas. It is also possible to obtain a license from the Minister of Finance to carry out other types of business activities on the island, if he considers that they are in the interest of the Bahamas.
| Company type | International Business Company (IBC) |
| Governing corporate legislation | Companies in Bahamas are regulated under the IBC Act 200. The Securities Commission of the Bahamas is the governing authority. |
| Information published relating to company officers | The names of company officers appear on public record. Nominee officers can be used to avoid the client’s name appearing. |
| Accounting requirement | No accounting / reporting requirements. N.B. As per Section 67. (1) of the IBC Act, a company shall keep such financial statements, accounts and records as the directors consider necessary or desirable in order to reflect the financial position of the company |
| Taxation | No Taxes of any sort. While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability. |
| Standard currency | US$ |
| Time to form | Bahamas has a fast and efficient registry. |
| Stability | Very stable jurisdiction with an excellent reputation. |
| Communication | Good communication means. |
| Time zone | Convenient world time zone: GMT-5 |
| Secretary required | Optional |
| Paid up capital requirement | Minimum share capital: $50,000. (No paid up capital requirement) |
| Renewal Date | Anniversary date of the company / Each Year |
| Basis of legal System | Under Common Law. |
| Minimum directors/shareholders | Minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder. |
| Bearer shares | Bearer shares are not permitted. |
A certified copy 
of your passport, a certified copy of proof of domicile dated less than three months, a curriculum vitae, as well as last 3 months’ bank statement. All in original.**
The type of company that we form in the Bahamas is known as an International Business Company (IBC), commonly known as offshore companies. An IBC is a company that is registered in the Bahamas and conducts its business activity purely outside the country.
No, IBC companies formed in the Bahamas are exempt from any form of taxation in the Bahamas as long as the IBC does not conduct its business in the Bahamas.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.
Yes, the IBC Act requires the filing of the company officers’ names at the Companies Registry and appears on public record.
A minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder should be appointed to setup a Bahamas International Business Company (IBC).
There are no requirements to file audited accounts. However, each company must maintain documented accounts at its Registered Office in the Bahamas or the location where accounts are kept must be declared.
The shareholders’ liability in a Bahamas IBC is typically limited to the amount of shares respectively held by them.
No, there is no paid up capital requirement. The standard share capital is USD 50,000 but can be amended to fit your requirements.
No bearer shares are not allowed in the Bahamas and tend to disappear from most jurisdictions.
* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
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The Bahamas is an attractive choice for offshore company formation, due to its political stability and favourable business climate. The Bahamas’ proximity to the United States makes it an attractive offshore jurisdiction for businesses seeking to expand their operations in the Americas. Its well-developed financial sector, skilled workforce, and business-friendly legal framework provide a range of advantages to international companies. The country’s modern infrastructure and favorable business environment make it an ideal location for companies looking to establish a presence in the Caribbean region.
At GCM, we make the process straightforward with our offshore company formation services: five simple steps from registration to obtaining all relevant permits. Our dedicated personal account managers guide you every step of the way. You can use our platform to register your company in the Bahamas and any of the other jurisdictions we specialise in.
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