Offshore Company Formation

Aims provides company formation services in various offshore jurisdictions including the British Virgin Islands, Seychelles, Samoa, Marshall Islands and other jurisdictions. We also provide aftercare services for all offshore companies. As each jurisdiction has its own rules and requirements, we encourage clients to contact us directly and our professional advisers will provide the best offshore company advice to suit each client's circumstances.

  1. Tax Planning
  2. Privacy
  3. International Practice
  4. Litigation Protection
  5. Simplicity
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Offshore companies are often used for the following purposes:

Different offshore companies

BVI Company Formation

The British Virgin Islands (BVI), located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, covers an area of 153 square kilometres and is a member of the British Commonwealth. The BVI is governed by English common law (including some provisions of the Delaware legislation) and is governed by local regulations.

BVI companies are not subject to taxation, are not subject to foreign exchange controls and there are very few depositary requirements from the local government. As a result, many multinational companies and individuals have been attracted to register BVI companies. Today, the BVI is one of the most popular offshore domiciles in the world.

Advantages of BVI companies

  • The advantages of a BVI company include Privacy protection, no need to disclose the identity of shareholders and directors
  • No need to disclose the identity of shareholders and directors No tax returns and no taxes to pay
  • No audited accounts to be submitted
 
Establishment of a Cayman Islands company

The Cayman Islands are located in the Western Caribbean Sea 268 kilometres northwest of Jamaica and 640 kilometres south of Miami, and are a British territory. The Cayman Islands is one of the offshore jurisdictions accepted by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for listing in Hong Kong.

Cayman Islands company law is based on English common law. There are two types of companies: Exempted and Non-Resident. Exempted companies are the more popular form of incorporation, as they do not necessarily need to end with the word "Limited" and can apply for a tax exemption certificate valid for up to 20 years, thus further enhancing their tax advantages.

 

Advantages of Cayman Islands Companies

  • Privacy protection without the need to disclose the identity of shareholders and directors
  • Admission to listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
  • No tax returns and no taxes to be paid
  • Chinese name may be shown on the certificate of incorporation
  • No exchange control, easy to raise capital

 

Establishment of Samoa Company

Samoa, which became independent in 1962, is located in the South Pacific east of the International Date Line and comprises nine islands where English is the basic language.

Samoa has a well established service structure, with many leading accountancy firms having established offices in the country and a large number of law firms. There are currently three retail banks in Samoa. In addition, the Chinese Embassy in Samoa can assist with the endorsement and certification of documents required to operate in China.

The Samoa Advantage

  • Provide privacy protection without disclosing the identity of shareholders and directors
  • No tax returns and no taxes to be paid
  • Can use either Chinese or English company name
  • Company documents can be kept in any language
  • Companies can enjoy significant discounts if they choose to pay the annual licence fee in advance for five, ten or twenty years
  • Allows for a convenient and efficient way to move your company
Establishment of the Anguilla Corporation

Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory, located 100 miles east of Puerto Rico and near the British Virgin Islands. The region is politically and economically stable and has a good regulatory system for the financial services industry, with offices of major accounting firms and banks worldwide.

Anguilla is a tax neutral jurisdiction and companies registered here enjoy a zero tax rate. In addition, Anguilla does not distinguish between local and offshore companies and therefore many investors choose to register their companies here.

Anguilla Corporate Advantage

  • No tax return and no tax to be paid
  • Chinese company name may be used
  • No annual return is required
  • Privacy protection from disclosure of shareholder and director data
  • The company may issue registered or bearer shares