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International Business Company

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Basic

All essentials for establishing your Bahamas IBC

US$ 1,375
one-time

Enterprise

Tailored solutions for sophisticated corporate structures

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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

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).

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Covers statutory fees payable to the Registrar General's Department for IBC registration and associated filings.

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Complete drafting of your Memorandum and Articles of Association along with all application forms required by the Registry.

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A licensed Bahamian registered agent is mandatory under the IBC Act. Your first year of registered agent services is covered in this package.

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Physical address in the Bahamas as required by law for receiving official notices and regulatory correspondence.

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Post-Incorporation

Creation and submission of mandatory company registers to the Registrar General, including all applicable government fees.

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Priority courier shipment of your complete corporate documentation to any global destination where delivery services are available.

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Assistance setting up a multi-currency business account through Airwallex at no extra charge, subject to their approval process.

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Corporate Kit

Digital copy of your Certificate of Incorporation issued by the Registrar General's Department.

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Your company's foundational documents outlining its objectives, share structure, and internal governance framework.

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Maintained record of individuals serving as directors and officers, as required for filing with the Registrar.

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Documentation of all shareholders and their ownership interests, kept at the registered office as mandated by the IBC Act.

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Record of ultimate beneficial owners as required under the Register of Beneficial Ownership Act, 2018.

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Formal certificates representing each shareholder's equity stake in your IBC.

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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.

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Hard copy of your incorporation certificate obtained from the Registrar General. A digital version is provided in all packages.

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Formal document verifying current directors, officers, and shareholders—commonly required when opening bank accounts or entering contracts.

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Official confirmation from the Registrar General that your IBC is properly registered and has met all compliance obligations.

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Full authentication of one complete document set via the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs for recognition in Hague Convention member countries.

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Enterprise Services

Design and implementation of multi-layered ownership arrangements, holding company structures, and cross-border architectures tailored to your business objectives.

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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.

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Shares held by a nominee under a declaration of trust, allowing beneficial owners to maintain confidentiality while retaining full economic rights.

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Bespoke drafting of your Memorandum and Articles to address specific governance requirements, shareholder arrangements, or operational objectives beyond standard templates.

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Fast-track handling for time-sensitive incorporations, with dedicated resources to accelerate document preparation and Registry submissions.

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Simultaneous entity formation across multiple jurisdictions, coordinating timelines, documentation, and compliance requirements for integrated corporate structures.

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Flexible consultation services for unique scenarios, non-standard requests, or specialized guidance that falls outside typical incorporation workflows.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about Bahamas IBC incorporation costs and our service packages

Our Basic package ($1,375) covers all fundamentals for forming a Bahamas International Business Company: government fees paid to the Registrar General, Memorandum and Articles preparation, first-year registered agent and office services, statutory register filings, worldwide courier delivery of your corporate kit, and complimentary Airwallex account setup assistance. The Premium package ($2,499) builds on this with a company seal, original Certificate of Incorporation, Certificate of Incumbency, Certificate of Good Standing, plus notarization and apostille—all delivered within 3 days rather than 5. Enterprise pricing is customized for clients requiring complex structures, nominee services, or multi-jurisdictional coordination.

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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