Belize Company Formation
Belize offers an English-based corporate framework and a location right next door to Latin America, making it a practical choice for regional entrepreneurs with international business.
What a Belize company is used for
Belize companies are often used for international trade, for providing services to clients in several countries and for holding assets outside Belize. The structure is easy to run and the incorporation process is orderly, which appeals to entrepreneurs who want to get started without building something overly complex.
English is the official language and the country sits close to Central America, so dealing with companies in the region and in North America is straightforward. Belize has updated its rules in recent years to meet international standards, which means good advice on registration and reporting duties is now essential.
Typically a good fit for
- 01International trading and distribution companies.
- 02Consultancies and service firms with clients in several countries.
- 03Latin American entrepreneurs looking for a simple structure.
- 04Holding assets and investments outside Belize.
How we set up your company
With Belize we focus on defining the company's activity clearly from the start, because it drives both the reporting obligations and the documentation the company will need to maintain.
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Initial consultation
We talk through your business, your partners and what you want the new company to achieve.
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Review and due diligence
We review the documents of the shareholders and beneficial owners and confirm the project is a good fit for the jurisdiction.
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Incorporation
We prepare the formation documents and coordinate the filing with the local registered agent.
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Handover and launch
You receive your corporate documents, and we guide you through the first steps to put it into operation.
What's included
We work with licensed registered agents in Belize, who handle the filing and the company's registered office.
Incorporation
Name clearance, drafting of the constitutional documents and filing with the registry.
Corporate documents
Certificate of incorporation, first resolutions, share register and appointment of directors.
Registered agent
Registered agent and registered office through our correspondents in the jurisdiction.
Annual maintenance
Renewals, periodic filings and corporate updates handled on your behalf.
Ongoing counsel
Support with the company's corporate decisions: changes of directors, share issuances and shareholder arrangements.
Compliance and transparency
Every company we form goes through know-your-customer (KYC) due diligence: we identify the shareholders, directors and beneficial owners, and review the source of funds and the purpose of the structure. We only work on legitimate business and investment projects, and we follow the rules of each jurisdiction and international transparency standards, including beneficial ownership registers and economic substance requirements where they apply.
Belize requires up-to-date beneficial ownership information and proper accounting records; we help you meet these obligations every year.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Belize different from other jurisdictions?
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Its proximity to Latin America, English-based law and a structure that's easy to manage. It works well for trading and service businesses that don't need a complex setup.
Can a Belize company invoice clients in other countries?
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Yes, as long as it respects the rules of the countries where its clients are and where services are delivered. We help you avoid the company becoming liable to register elsewhere without realizing it.
Do I need to keep accounts?
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Yes. Belize requires companies to keep adequate accounting and corporate records. We explain what to keep and how to organize it.
Can I be the only shareholder and director?
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Yes. One person can act as both shareholder and director, and companies or individuals of any nationality can also take part.
Can I move the company to another jurisdiction later?
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In many cases a company can be continued into another jurisdiction that allows it. We'll assess whether it makes sense when your business calls for it.
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