Belize is a modern offshore jurisdiction for entrepreneurs who want flexible control over international projects, asset protection, and straightforward cross-border settlements while keeping tax pressure low. It combines zero tax on foreign income, strong confidentiality, and light compliance, so your structure stays efficient without turning into a full-time administrative burden.
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Belize offers a business-friendly framework for international entrepreneurs that combines tax benefits, privacy, and light compliance.
Profits earned outside Belize are not subject to local taxation, and there is no capital gains tax or stamp duty on offshore transactions. This allows you to keep more of your revenue inside the structure and reinvest it efficiently without constant tax leakage.
Corporate registers are not open to the public, and professional services directors or shareholders can be used where appropriate. Local law protects confidential information, helping you separate your personal profile from day-to-day operations.
Belize does not require public annual reporting or mandatory audits for typical offshore structures. You primarily maintain internal accounting records and financial statements for banks and partners, reducing administrative burdens and ongoing professional costs.
There is no minimum share capital, and both IBCs and LLCs can be incorporated fully remotely. Clear rules for inbound and outbound re-domiciliation make it easier to move your structure if your business model changes.
The absence of currency controls and the availability of regional and international banking partners simplify cross-border payments. Properly structured Belize entities can access multi-currency accounts and avoid many delays typical in stricter banking environments.
Government fees and maintenance requirements are transparent and stable, which helps with long-term planning. When combined with light reporting and a clear legal framework, Belize provides founders with a lean, easy-to-manage structure.
A Belize LLC is a limited-liability vehicle where members risk only their agreed contributions. It works well for projects with several partners, where you need to formalize ownership shares and governance rules within a single, flexible contract-based structure.
Strong separation between company assets and members’ personal assets
Highly flexible profit allocation under the operating agreement
No public disclosure of members or managers
No Belize tax on foreign-source income under current rules
Well-suited for private investment vehicles, family wealth planning, and JV structures
Belize LLCs are often used by international clients who prioritize asset protection, privacy, and bespoke profit-sharing arrangements between partners or family members.
Member-based ownership model (members instead of shareholders)
Option to appoint one or more managers for day-to-day operations
No requirement for share capital or share certificates
Limited liability for members based on their agreed contributions
Private internal records (no public register of members or managers)
No obligation to file financial statements publicly
Governed by the Belize International Limited Liability Companies Act
Because you cannot file an offshore company application in Belize directly with the state registrar, all incorporation is done through licensed registered agents. Our packages reflect this in practice: each level bundles the agent’s work, government fees, and core services you need so you get a ready-to-use Belize company without dealing with the bureaucracy yourself.
Straightforward structure
A core solution for entrepreneurs who want a straightforward
offshore structure without professional services. This package
includes everything required to establish a Belize IBC or LLC
quickly and efficiently.
Package Includes:
Original corporate documents plus apostilled copies
Payment of government registration fees
Provision of a registered office address in Belize for 12 months
Registered agent services for the first year
Courier delivery of the complete corporate document package
Enhanced confidentiality
Designed for investors, asset managers, and clients who prefer not
to appear in public records, as well as for structures where legal
distance between the founder and the company is important (for
example, in B2B contracting). This package delivers a fully
functional company with enhanced privacy.
Package Includes:
Issuance of the offshore company registration certificate
Payment of the government incorporation fee for the first calendar year
Appointment of a professional director or manager for 12 months
Preparation of constitutional documents with an apostille
Entry of directors, shareholders, or members into the company register
Courier delivery of the complete corporate document package
Bank-ready solution
Ideal for clients who need a structure that is ready to receive and
send payments almost immediately after incorporation, and for
businesses planning active operations from day one. The focus here
is on full incorporation and readiness for banking and international
transactions.
Package Includes:
Issuance of the offshore company registration certificate
Payment of the government incorporation fee for the first calendar year
Registered agent services for 12 months
Provision of a registered office address for 12 months
Preparation of constitutional documents with an apostille
Support with opening a corporate bank account (including online banking setup)
Courier delivery of the complete corporate document package
To make the process transparent, we break Belize company formation down into four clear steps.
We discuss your objectives, decide whether an IBC or an LLC is more appropriate, and reserve your preferred company name.
You provide a standard KYC package:
Certified copy of passport
Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement not older
than 3 months)
Brief business profile if you intend to open a bank account or
expect significant transaction volumes
Offshore Pro prepares the formation documents and, through a licensed registered agent, files them with the Belize registry. Once incorporated, you receive your certificate of incorporation and the Memorandum and Articles of Association (or LLC equivalent).
We send you original corporate documents by courier and coordinate bank account onboarding with international banks or EMIs that accept Belize structures. We manage the compliance side to help your company become fully operational as quickly as possible.
Before registering your company, we collect the necessary KYC documentation.
Certified passport copy
Certified utility bill or bank statement (not older than 3 months)
Professional reference or proof of income/source of funds
Belize companies are designed to remain simple in practice while complying with modern regulations. Below is a brief overview of how they work in real life.
Professional services directors and shareholders are available for clients who need extra privacy or greater legal distance from day-to-day operations – for example, in sensitive B2B contracts or when you prefer not to appear in counterparties’ internal files. In practice, control remains with you through powers of attorney and internal resolutions, while professional services are reflected in the corporate register and external documents.
Certain activities require formal licensing in Belize. If your business model is close to banking, insurance, securities, investment services, FX or other regulated financial services, a local license (or an alternative jurisdiction) may be necessary. We help you assess whether your planned activity is regulated and, where needed, connect you with specialist advisors to structure the company and licensing in a compliant way.
Incorporation of a Belize IBC or LLC is typically completed within 10–14 business days after your KYC package is approved. All stages – from document signing to registry filing and bank onboarding – are handled remotely through licensed agents, so there is no need to travel to Belize or be physically present at any point.
As of 2025, profits earned outside Belize are not subject to local corporate income tax, capital gains tax, or stamp duty on typical offshore transactions. Standard offshore structures do not file annual accounts publicly or undergo mandatory audits, but they must keep internal accounting records and supporting documents. Companies that fall under the Economic Substance Act must also demonstrate adequate management, presence, and expenditure in Belize for any “relevant activities”.
To use your Belize company in real life, you’ll almost always need a reliable corporate bank or fintech account. Properly structured Belize entities can work with offshore banks and EMIs that onboard foreign owners remotely.
Typical options include:
Multi-currency business current accounts for international
payments
Term and fixed-deposit accounts for holding surplus liquidity
Accounts with onshore banks and EMIs in Europe, the UK, or other
regions
Corporate and prepaid cards for owners and authorised signatories
Banks usually require a full compliance pack:
Full online banking for managing payments and balances from
anywhere
We help you choose suitable banks or payment platforms, prepare the full KYC and source-of-funds package, and support you through compliance checks so the account works smoothly for your business.
Offshore Pro Group combines practical offshore experience, strong banking relationships, and hands-on compliance support to deliver structures that actually work in real life—not just on paper.
Our team has spent many years setting up IBCs and LLCs in Belize and other key jurisdictions. We know how banks, registries, and regulators think, so your structure is built from day one with real-world requirements in mind.
We handle every stage of the process: choosing between IBC and LLC, incorporation, document delivery, economic substance assessment, and annual renewals. You work with a single partner rather than coordinating multiple providers yourself.
Offshore Pro Group works with banks and EMIs that regularly onboard Belize entities. We help prepare your full compliance package, coach you for KYC interviews, and significantly reduce the risk of frustrating rejections or endless follow-up questions.
We look at how your Belize company fits into your wider tax, asset protection, and expansion strategy. The result is a structure aligned with your business model, not a generic one-size-fits-all incorporation.
Our Belize packages (Standard, Professional, and Premium) clearly state what is included, from registered office and agent to professional services and bank support. You know your total setup and annual costs upfront, with no hidden extras.
We help you understand Economic Substance, record-keeping duties, and bank expectations. This reduces the chance of future problems such as account freezes, strike-offs, or expensive reinstatement procedures.
We design Belize companies with banks and regulators in mind from day one. Our focus is on structures that pass KYC and stay workable long term, so you don’t end up with a company that looks good on paper but cannot open or keep a bank account.
You can start with a short, complimentary call to clarify basic questions, or book a longer, paid strategy session for a detailed review of your goals and options. In both formats, you receive practical, actionable guidance for your Belize structure.
Setting up a company in Belize is a proven way to structure international operations, reduce the excessive tax burden, and protect your assets. With our support, the process is fast, straightforward, and fully remote — no personal visit required.
In most cases, incorporation takes around 10–14 business days after we receive your complete KYC package. More complex structures, or companies using professional services, may take a little longer.
Most clients receive their full corporate package—including apostilled documents—within about two weeks. Bank account opening may require additional time, depending on the chosen institution and risk profile.
No. Both the incorporation and bank account onboarding processes can be handled completely remotely through Offshore Pro Group.
Yes. After a brief consultation, we help you decide whether a share-based IBC or a contract-based LLC better aligns with your business model, asset protection goals, and banking needs.
Usually, we need a certified passport copy and a recent proof of address (a utility bill or bank statement no older than 3 months). In some cases, a professional reference or proof of income/source of funds may be required.
Corporate shareholders typically provide a Certificate of Incorporation, Register of Directors and Shareholders/Members, M&A (Memorandum and Articles of Association), and a recent Certificate of Good Standing or equivalent.
Yes, key documents normally must be notarized, and in some cases apostilled or legalized, depending on the bank and other counterparties you intend to work with. We confirm the exact format before you send anything.
Income earned outside Belize is not taxed locally. There is no corporate income tax, no capital gains tax, and no stamp duty on typical offshore transactions under current rules. Local tax may apply if the company trades in Belize.
No. There is no public filing of annual financial statements and no mandatory audit for standard offshore structures. However, you must still keep internal accounting records that can be provided to banks or authorities on request.
Companies must maintain records of invoices, contracts, bank statements, and transaction details. These do not need to be filed, but they must be accessible through the registered agent or at the location you designate.
The Economic Substance Act requires companies engaged in certain “relevant activities” (such as finance, headquarters, distribution, shipping, etc.) to demonstrate adequate management, presence, and expenditure in Belize. Offshore Pro Group helps you assess whether your company is in scope and, if needed, design a compliant structure.
Yes. Many Belizean banks, regional Caribbean banks, and international fintech institutions accept remote onboarding for Belize entities. Each has its own risk criteria and document checklist.
Banks usually ask for corporate documents, KYC for all key persons, a business profile, a source-of-funds explanation, and, sometimes, basic financial projections. We prepare and organize this package with you.
Declines usually come from unclear business models, incomplete documentation, or risk policies unrelated to the client personally. Because we work with banks that regularly onboard Belize structures and pre-screen your case, the risk of rejection and repeated questions is significantly reduced.
Professional services are directors or shareholders who appear in corporate records instead of the ultimate beneficial owner. They act under powers of attorney and internal resolutions so that control and benefit remain with you.
Professional services are useful when you need greater privacy, legal distance in sensitive B2B contracts, or when you want to avoid having your name in counterparties’ internal records while still keeping full control over the company.
Yes, provided the structure is transparent to the bank. You still disclose the ultimate beneficial owner in KYC, while nominees appear in corporate documents. Offshore Pro Group helps present this correctly so banks are comfortable with the arrangement.
Licensing is required for regulated activities such as banking, insurance, mutual funds, certain investment services, or money services businesses. Standard holding, consulting, trading, and online services do not usually require a local license.
This depends on the type of service and where your clients are located. Even if Belize does not require a license, other countries may. We recommend a legal review of your business model, and we can connect you with specialist advisors.
You must maintain a registered agent and registered office, keep accounting records updated, pay annual government and agent fees on time, and respond to any compliance requests from the agent or authorities.
Changes are made through corporate resolutions and updated registers. Your registered agent files the necessary updates and issues new corporate documents if needed. Offshore Pro Group prepares the resolutions and coordinates the process for you.
Yes. Belize allows continuation (re-domiciliation) in and out, subject to the rules of the receiving country. We assist with exit documentation, coordination with the new jurisdiction, and, where possible, continuity of banking.
You can either allow it to be struck off (not recommended, whether there are assets or liabilities) or go through a formal liquidation or voluntary dissolution. We explain the options, costs, and implications so you can choose the most suitable route.
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