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Where Should You
Register Your Company?

A comprehensive guide to the world's most popular company formation jurisdictions — costs, timelines, pros, cons, and everything in between.

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£79
Starting cost
24 hrs
Formation time
25%
Corporation tax
50+
Countries accepted
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UK Limited Company

Private Company Limited by Shares

The UK Ltd is the world's most recognised corporate structure. Registered with Companies House, it provides a globally credible legal entity with minimal setup requirements, no minimum share capital, and one of the fastest registration processes in the world.

Ideal for founders targeting European, US, or global B2B markets who need a reputable, cost-effective base.

Pros & Cons

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Registered in 24 hours — often same day
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No minimum share capital required
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Global brand recognition and credibility
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Directors from any country worldwide
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Online-only process — no travel required
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Low annual maintenance costs
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25% corporation tax (on UK-sourced profits)
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Annual confirmation statement + accounts required
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Non-resident directors may face banking friction

Cost Breakdown

Companies House fee £12
Venturo formation (Business Light) $79
+ Virtual office + phone $199
Annual confirmation statement £34/yr
Accountant (optional) £500–2k/yr

Timeline

1
Order placed
Submit details, complete payment
2
Name check
Verified against Companies House register
3
Incorporation
Filed electronically — confirmed in hours
4
Documents delivered
Certificate, MOA & documents in your portal
Total: 24 hours (standard) · Same-day (fast track)

Requirements

Company name (unique, not offensive)
At least 1 director (any nationality)
At least 1 shareholder (any nationality)
UK registered office address (included in Business+ plans)
SIC code (business activity code)
Share structure (we set up standard 100 shares)
Government-issued ID (for PSC verification)
Form a UK Ltd →
$899
Starting cost
5–7 days
Formation time
0%
Tax in Free Zones
100%
Foreign ownership
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Dubai Free Zone Company

Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ-LLC)

Dubai's Free Zones offer 0% corporate and personal income tax, 100% foreign ownership, and full profit repatriation. With over 40 free zones to choose from — each specialised for different industries — Dubai is one of the world's premier destinations for international business.

Perfect for holding companies, e-commerce, digital services, trading, and founders seeking a tax-efficient structure with access to GCC and global markets.

Pros & Cons

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0% corporate tax in Free Zones
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100% foreign ownership (no local partner)
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Full profit & capital repatriation
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No currency restrictions
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Strategic location — gateway to GCC, Africa, Asia
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Prestigious global business address
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Higher setup cost than UK
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Annual Free Zone license renewal required
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UAE corporate tax (9%) may apply outside Free Zone
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Physical presence sometimes needed for banking

Cost Breakdown

Venturo Global Business $899
Free Zone license fee $2k–5k/yr
Flexi-desk / registered address $1k–3k/yr
Bank account opening Included
Tax consultation Included

Timeline

1
Consultation & planning
Recommend optimal Free Zone for your business
2
Document preparation
Passport, business plan, application forms
3
Free Zone submission
Application reviewed by Free Zone authority
4
License issued & setup complete
All documents + bank intro delivered
Total: 5–7 business days

Requirements

Valid passport (all shareholders & directors)
UAE residence visa (or can be obtained via process)
Business activity declaration
No-objection letter (if employed elsewhere)
Registered Free Zone address (facilitated by Venturo)
Minimum share capital varies by Free Zone
Form a Dubai Company →
SGD 315
Govt registration fee
1–3 days
Formation time
17%
Corporate tax rate
APAC
Gateway market
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Singapore Private Limited

Pte. Ltd. — ACRA Registered

Singapore is consistently ranked #1 for ease of doing business. A Singapore Pte. Ltd. offers a world-class legal framework, competitive 17% flat corporate tax, access to 80+ double tax treaties, and a trusted brand for APAC markets.

The go-to choice for tech startups, venture-backed companies, and founders targeting Southeast Asian markets.

Pros & Cons

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#1 globally for ease of doing business
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Flat 17% corporate tax (effective much lower with exemptions)
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Access to 80+ double tax treaties
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Strong IP protection and legal system
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Gateway to ASEAN markets (670M consumers)
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Requires locally resident director (we can assist)
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Annual filing and AGM requirements
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Higher ongoing compliance costs than UK

Requirements

Company name approved by ACRA
At least 1 locally resident director
Minimum 1 SGD share capital
Registered Singapore office address
Company secretary (appointed within 6 months)

Timeline

Applications reviewed by ACRA typically within 1–3 business days. We handle all paperwork including the nominee director arrangement if required.

Available via Global Business package — contact us
Enquire About Singapore →
$0
Corporate tax
4–6 wks
Formation time
VC
Preferred for funding
Exempt
Foreign-source income
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Cayman Islands — Exempted Company

Offshore holding vehicle

The Cayman Exempted Company is the preferred structure for venture capital-backed startups, hedge funds, and international holding structures. Used by thousands of Silicon Valley companies for their holding layer due to its investor familiarity and 0% tax on all foreign-source income.

Cayman is typically combined with a UK or US operating entity. Most suitable for founders planning to raise institutional capital.

Pros & Cons

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0% tax on foreign-source income
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VC and institutional investor preferred structure
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Flexible share classes for complex cap tables
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No public register of shareholders
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Well-established common law jurisdiction
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Higher setup and annual costs ($3k–10k+)
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4–6 week formation timeline
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Requires registered agent on-island
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Reputational scrutiny in some markets

Cayman Islands formation available via Global Business package

Our team will guide you through the full structure — including UK or US operating entity pairing.

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