Seychelles Company Formation
As a well-known offshore financial centre, Seychelles offers favourable tax policies. Its territorial approach to taxation is a major reason multinational companies choose to register there. Hong Kong’s role as a trading centre for Southeast Asia also attracts multinational businesses, and many Seychelles companies use Hong Kong as a base to expand into Southeast Asia and mainland China.
Advantages of Registering a Seychelles Company
High Levels of Privacy
When you form a Seychelles company, details of its directors and shareholders do not need to be made available for public inspection.
Low Taxation
If your company is incorporated in Seychelles, all business income and profits are exempt from taxes, apart from the statutory annual registration fee.
Political and Economic Stability
Seychelles performs strongly in key sectors such as tourism and international corporate services. Government support, developed offshore legislation and international accounting expertise make a Seychelles company an attractive choice.
A Well-Established Legal System
Seychelles has a sound, stable and reliable legal system, providing a secure business environment.
Straightforward Business Bank Account Opening
A Seychelles company can open a business bank account in Hong Kong or an offshore bank account in any country.
Seychelles company registration fees: from HK$6,000 (an additional fee applies for a Chinese name)
Services Include:
- Certificate of Incorporation
- A local Seychelles registered address
- Agent fees
- Government company registration fees
- Company constitution
- Company seals and stamps
- company Share certificate book
We provide shelf Seychelles offshore companies, or you may register a new Seychelles Company
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Benefits of Registering a Seychelles Offshore Company
- No reporting of business activities outside Seychelles
- No tax filing for international offshore business income and gains
- Privacy protection, without public disclosure of shareholder and director identities
- No minimum registered capital requirement
- No capital verification or paid-up capital required
- No audit report submission required
- An English company name is required; a Chinese name may be added
- Business bank accounts can be opened in Hong Kong
- An international business profile that supports financing
- No foreign exchange controls
Seychelles Offshore Company Registration Requirements
- Shareholders and Directors: At least one company member is required and may act as both founder member and director. No company secretary is required and there is no nationality restriction.
- Registered Capital: Capital is usually set within US$1,000,000, with a minimum registered capital of US$1. No bank deposit or actual payment of capital is required.
- Registered Address: A Seychelles company needs a local registered and correspondence address. M&N Business can provide both.
- Company Name: provide at least 2 English names for a name search. If a Chinese name is added, it must have the same meaning as the English name. Names must not suggest a connection with government bodies; certain restricted words may require prior approval.
Seychelles Company Registration Process:
- Confirm the Seychelles company registration service form.
- Identification documents: provide company members’ Hong Kong identity cards or passports and proof of address.
- Information checks: the M&N Business team contacts the applicant to verify company details and complete KYC procedures.
- Payment: pay by FPS, bank transfer, cheque or e-cheque.
- Company name search: check whether the proposed name can be registered in Seychelles.
- Sign the relevant documents.
- After all documents are received, registration takes approximately 7-10 working days and the company documents are available for collection.
- Once complete, you can begin trading and open a business bank account.
**After documents and payment are received, a new Seychelles company’s document kit is usually available within 7-10 working days.
Why Do Entrepreneurs Choose M&N Business Services?
- Licensed in Hong Kong: M&N Business Services Limited is a licensed company secretarial provider recognised by the Hong Kong government, offering dependable services.
- Comprehensive One-Stop Services: From company formation, company secretarial services and accounting and tax filing to virtual offices, we provide everything in one place, saving you the effort of coordinating multiple providers.
- An Experienced Team: Over the years, we have helped many SMEs and start-ups register successfully and handle complex situations.
- Clear, Transparent Fees: Our service plans have clearly stated prices with no hidden charges, so you can engage us with confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelles is an offshore financial centre where companies may benefit from tax incentives, but they must comply with applicable tax laws and regulations.
Not necessarily. The agent’s address may be used as the company’s registered address.
Renewal fees are payable annually, approximately two months before the incorporation anniversary. Late payment incurs penalties.
It can open a business bank account in Hong Kong or an offshore bank account in any country.
After registration, we provide the Certificate of Incorporation, company seal, memorandum and articles of association and other documents. M&N Business can also help apply to the local government for a certificate confirming the company’s existence.
Common uses include holding accounts, trusts and funds. Some clients register a Seychelles company to hold shares in another company, buildings or other real estate.
No. Most offshore companies, including Seychelles companies, only need to keep director or shareholder details with the local agent.