Guide For Offshore Corporate Services In Anguilla

Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory located in the Eastern Caribbean. Known for its political stability, strong legal framework, and tax-neutral environment, it has become a preferred destination for offshore company incorporation.

1. Location & Background

Anguilla is the northernmost island of the Caribbean Leewards, with excellent international connectivity through Miami, New York, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and Antigua.
It has been under consistent British rule since the late 1600s and follows a Common Law legal system, modeled after the United Kingdom.

2. Infrastructure & Economy

Anguilla offers modern telecom facilities, high-speed internet, and international calling services.
Its economy relies on luxury tourism, offshore banking, fishing, and construction. The government has strongly promoted offshore financial services, making it a reputable and steadily growing jurisdiction for international business.

3. Legal & Regulatory Framework

• The legal system is based on English Common Law.

• The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court oversees major judicial matters.

• The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) is the monetary authority.

• Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD).

• Anguilla has no exchange controls, and the US dollar is widely accepted.

Privacy & Asset Protection

Anguilla enforces strict confidentiality laws. The Offshore Banking Act of 2005 protects account holders from unauthorized disclosure of information.

4. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance

• Anguilla is not listed by FATF for AML deficiencies.

• It is an active member of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) and complies with global AML standards and the UN Convention guidelines.

5. Offshore Corporate Entities in Anguilla

International Business Company (IBC)

Anguilla is well-known for IBC formations due to its stability and efficient corporate framework.

Key advantages:

• Zero taxation on foreign income

• No income, corporate, capital gains, estate, or withholding taxes

• Fast online incorporation via ACORN, available 24/7/365

• Chinese names allowed

• Continuation or redomiciliation from other jurisdictions permitted

6. Corporate Structure Overview

General Features

• Minimum one director & one shareholder

• No residency requirements

• Corporate directors allowed

• No public access to records

• No annual return filing

• No accounting or auditing requirements

• Meetings can be held anywhere

• Company secretary is optional

Share Capital

• Standard: USD 1,000,000 authorized

• Minimum paid-up: USD 1

• Any currency allowed

• Bearer and no-par-value shares permitted

Other Key Points

• Redomiciliation allowed

• Registered office in Anguilla is mandatory

• Restricted from conducting business with Anguilla residents or operating banking/insurance services locally

• Name must end with: Ltd, Corp, Inc, SA, NV, or GmbH

7. Taxation

Anguilla is a pure tax haven, imposing:

• 0% tax on offshore income

• No capital gains tax

• No estate tax

• No stamp duty on company activities

8. Why Choose Anguilla for Offshore Setup?

• Stable British jurisdiction

• Strong privacy protections

• No taxation on foreign profits

• Fast and seamless digital company incorporation

• Clear legal framework with English-language documents

Registration of Offshore Companies

The Anguilla Offshore Company follows the standard IBC structure. Companies from other jurisdictions can easily continue or redomicile to Anguilla.

Registration is handled through ACORN, Anguilla’s online system that allows 24/7 incorporation of IBCs and LLCs from anywhere in the world via licensed company managers and approved agents.

Terms & Compliance Notice

All information is based on current laws and guidelines from Anguilla’s regulatory authorities. Rules may change, and clients will be updated if any modifications affect their offshore services.

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