Let Us Handle Your British Virgin Islands Business Company Registration
Incorporating a BVI business company has never been easier. Get transparent pricing, full compliance support, and ongoing corporate services—everything online and remotely.
Understand the Structure of BVI Business Companies
The BVI international business company (IBC) was rebranded to Business Company (BC) in 2004, retaining all the benefits that made it the world's most popular offshore vehicle.
Share Capital
Comprehensive share capital structure and requirements for BVI BC company.
Local Presence
Required local presence elements for BVI business company compliance.
Compliances to Keep in Mind
Annual filings and ongoing requirements to keep your BVI BC compliant and active.
Annual Financial Return
Submit annual financial return (balance sheet and income statement) to your registered agent.
Economic Substance Filing
File economic substance report if conducting relevant activities like banking, insurance, fund management, or holding operations.
Annual Company Renewal
Renew company registration and pay government fees to maintain good standing status.
Registers and Records Maintenance
Maintain current registers of members, directors, resolutions, financial records, and meeting minutes. File updates with Registrar within 30 days of changes.
Local Presence Maintenance
Maintain a licensed registered agent and registered office address within BVI at all times.
Is a BVI Business Company Right for You?
Explore the different BVI BC configurations to find the one that matches your business needs.
BVI Business Company (BC)
The most flexible and widely used corporate structure in the BVI, offering maximum operational flexibility with minimal regulatory requirements.
Companies with shares where shareholders have limited liability protection. The most common corporate structure for business operations.
Members provide a guarantee instead of, or in addition to, holding shares. Liability is limited to the guarantee amount.
Members have unlimited personal liability. Provides maximum operational flexibility but with significant personal risk.
Advantages
Tax Efficiency
No corporate income tax on profits derived outside BVI, providing significant tax optimization opportunities.
Privacy Protection
Directors and shareholders information is not publicly disclosed, ensuring complete confidentiality.
Fast Setup
Quick incorporation process typically completed within 3-5 business days with minimal documentation.
Global Recognition
Widely accepted jurisdiction with strong legal framework and international banking relationships.
Considerations
Regulatory Scrutiny
Some international banks and institutions may require additional due diligence for offshore entities.
Annual Compliance
Requires ongoing annual filings and payment of government fees to maintain good standing of the entity.
Substance Requirements
Must demonstrate economic substance for certain activities to comply with international tax standards.
Limited Local Presence
May not be suitable for businesses requiring significant local market presence or customer interaction.
Begin Your British Virgin Islands Business Registration
BVI business companies are the top choice for global entrepreneurs. Start yours with dedicated expert support.
Simple Pricing for Your BC Incorporation
Our business services British Virgin Islands packages include everything you need—from registration to compliance.
Basic Package
Premium Package
Enterprise Package
What You Need for a BC New Incorporation in BVI
Meet these minimum requirements to be eligible for your British Virgin Islands IBC formation.
Decide on the company's share capital structure
Standard: USD $50,000 authorized capital
No minimum share capital required. Can be denominated in any currency of your choice.
- Any currency denomination allowed
- No minimum capital requirement
- Flexible share structure options
Meet BVI's requirements pertaining to the directors and shareholders
Just 1 director + 1 shareholder, any nationality
Only one director and one shareholder are required. Directors and shareholders can be from any part of the world with no local residency requirements. The same person can serve as both director and shareholder.
- No residency requirements for directors or shareholders
- Any nationality accepted
- Same person can be director and shareholder
- Nominee directors and shareholders allowed
- Corporate directors and shareholders permitted
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our BVI BC incorporation and business services British Virgin Islands packages
No, you don't need to travel to BVI. Everything is handled 100% online and remotely. We manage all interactions with the BVI Registry on your behalf, and your complete corporate kit will be delivered worldwide via express courier.
Yes, every package includes free account opening assistance with Airwallex for global payments. Our Premium Package includes additional support to help you open accounts with traditional banks or EMIs, with unlimited assistance until successful.
Yes, your first year of Registered Agent and Registered Office services is included. After that, we offer annual renewal packages covering return filing, registered office renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, and corporate changes assistance.
No, BVI law requires a registered office address located in BVI. However, this is included in all our packages—we provide a professional BVI registered office address that handles all official government and legal correspondence for you.
Yes, we provide full company dissolution services. Our team handles preparing dissolution documents, settling outstanding fees, filing with the BVI Registry, and ensuring proper wind-up procedures through voluntary dissolution or striking off.
Limited by Shares is ideal for commercial businesses, holdings, and trading—shareholders' liability is limited to their shares. Limited by Guarantee suits non-profits and associations where members guarantee a fixed amount. Most clients choose Limited by Shares for flexibility.
Yes, a Business Company requires just one director and one shareholder, and these can be the same person. There are no nationality or residency requirements, making it ideal for sole entrepreneurs and small businesses worldwide.
Yes, both corporate entities and individuals can serve as directors or shareholders of a Business Company. This allows flexible structuring, such as having a holding company as shareholder or a management company as director. No nationality restrictions apply.
Par value shares have a fixed nominal value per share determining minimum issuance price. No par value shares offer more flexibility with no fixed value. No par value is increasingly popular as it simplifies share issuance and avoids premium complications.
An Unlimited Business Company has no liability protection—members are personally liable for company debts. It's rarely used commercially but may suit certain professional partnerships or situations where unlimited liability provides tax advantages elsewhere. Consult us before choosing.
No, a Business Company is not required to appoint a company secretary. You only need one director and one shareholder. However, you may voluntarily appoint one if preferred for governance or required by banks or partners.