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International Business Company
Basic
All essentials for establishing your Bahamas IBC
Premium
Comprehensive package with certifications and authenticated documents
Enterprise
Tailored solutions for sophisticated corporate structures
| Services | Basic | Premium | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
Pre-Incorporation | |||
| Expected turnaround once we have all required documentation and details from you until your Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the Registrar General. | 5 days | 3 days | 3 days |
| Confirm your desired company name is available with the Bahamas Registry. Names must end with Limited, Incorporated, Corporation, or their abbreviations (Ltd, Inc, Corp, SA). | Included | Included | Included |
| Covers statutory fees payable to the Registrar General's Department for IBC registration and associated filings. | Included | Included | Included |
| Complete drafting of your Memorandum and Articles of Association along with all application forms required by the Registry. | Included | Included | Included |
| A licensed Bahamian registered agent is mandatory under the IBC Act. Your first year of registered agent services is covered in this package. | Included | Included | Included |
| Physical address in the Bahamas as required by law for receiving official notices and regulatory correspondence. | Included | Included | Included |
Post-Incorporation | |||
| Creation and submission of mandatory company registers to the Registrar General, including all applicable government fees. | Included | Included | Included |
| Priority courier shipment of your complete corporate documentation to any global destination where delivery services are available. | Included | Included | Included |
| Assistance setting up a multi-currency business account through Airwallex at no extra charge, subject to their approval process. | Included | Included | Included |
Corporate Kit | |||
| Digital copy of your Certificate of Incorporation issued by the Registrar General's Department. | Included | Included | Included |
| Your company's foundational documents outlining its objectives, share structure, and internal governance framework. | Included | Included | Included |
| Maintained record of individuals serving as directors and officers, as required for filing with the Registrar. | Included | Included | Included |
| Documentation of all shareholders and their ownership interests, kept at the registered office as mandated by the IBC Act. | Included | Included | Included |
| Record of ultimate beneficial owners as required under the Register of Beneficial Ownership Act, 2018. | Included | Included | Included |
| Formal certificates representing each shareholder's equity stake in your IBC. | Included | Included | Included |
Miscellaneous | |||
| Since December 2020, company seals are no longer legally required in the Bahamas. However, many IBCs still maintain one for authenticating documents when requested by banks or counterparties. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Hard copy of your incorporation certificate obtained from the Registrar General. A digital version is provided in all packages. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Formal document verifying current directors, officers, and shareholders—commonly required when opening bank accounts or entering contracts. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Official confirmation from the Registrar General that your IBC is properly registered and has met all compliance obligations. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Full authentication of one complete document set via the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs for recognition in Hague Convention member countries. | Not Included | Included | Included |
Enterprise Services | |||
| Design and implementation of multi-layered ownership arrangements, holding company structures, and cross-border architectures tailored to your business objectives. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Professional nominee directors to serve on your IBC's board, providing an additional privacy layer for beneficial owners who prefer not to appear in company records. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Shares held by a nominee under a declaration of trust, allowing beneficial owners to maintain confidentiality while retaining full economic rights. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Bespoke drafting of your Memorandum and Articles to address specific governance requirements, shareholder arrangements, or operational objectives beyond standard templates. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Fast-track handling for time-sensitive incorporations, with dedicated resources to accelerate document preparation and Registry submissions. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Simultaneous entity formation across multiple jurisdictions, coordinating timelines, documentation, and compliance requirements for integrated corporate structures. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Flexible consultation services for unique scenarios, non-standard requests, or specialized guidance that falls outside typical incorporation workflows. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Bahamas IBC incorporation costs and our service packages
For straightforward IBC formations where you don't anticipate needing authenticated documents immediately—such as for holding investments or intellectual property—the Basic package provides everything legally required to establish your Bahamas company. If your plans involve opening corporate bank accounts, entering international contracts, or registering with platforms that require verified documentation, the Premium package delivers these certified documents upfront at a bundled rate. The Enterprise tier is designed for sophisticated arrangements: multi-layered holding structures, nominee arrangements, bespoke Articles, or coordinating formations across several jurisdictions simultaneously.
Beyond the Basic inclusions, Premium clients receive their Certificate of Incumbency, Certificate of Good Standing, and original incorporation certificate—all notarized and apostilled through the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These authenticated documents are routinely requested by financial institutions, trading partners, and regulatory bodies worldwide. Purchasing them as part of Premium saves you US$500 compared to ordering each document separately after your IBC is formed. You also benefit from expedited 3-day processing instead of the standard 5-day timeline.
None whatsoever. We operate on a principle of complete transparency—the price shown is the price you pay. Our Bahamas company formation packages are structured to be fully inclusive, eliminating unpleasant surprises down the line. We don't believe in burying fees in fine print or adding last-minute charges. Every cost is itemized upfront because we value long-term client relationships built on trust and clarity.
Upgrades and additional services can be requested at any point during your incorporation, depending on where we are in the process. Simply reach out to our team. Downgrades, however, aren't feasible once work has commenced—certain commitments like document preparation or government fee submissions cannot be reversed. We encourage you to select the package that aligns with your foreseeable requirements from the outset to ensure the smoothest experience.
Bank transfers are our preferred method as they typically process without complications. We also accommodate debit and credit card payments for added flexibility. Cryptocurrency payments are not currently supported. After confirming your order, you'll receive a detailed invoice with complete payment instructions for your chosen method.
Our pricing structure doesn't include promotional discounts because our rates are already positioned competitively within the market. If you've compared Bahamas IBC formation costs across providers, you'll find our packages offer exceptional value without resorting to inflated list prices or misleading introductory offers. We maintain consistent, honest pricing that reflects the genuine cost of quality incorporation services—no bait-and-switch tactics, no hidden markups. This approach allows us to focus on delivering reliable service rather than managing complex discount schemes.
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