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Independent, well-structured resources on companies, trusts & foundations, banking & payments, licensing (EMI/MSB, investment, gaming), taxation and compliance. We do not sell services — we help you understand them.

Popular: Nominee structures • Substance & ESR • Banking alternatives

Core Topics

Companies

IBCs, LLCs, LPs/LLPs, PLCs. Formation mechanics, annual maintenance, substance rules, and reporting.

  • BVI IBC vs Belize IBC
  • Nevis & Wyoming LLCs
  • Scottish LP transparency

Trusts & Foundations

Discretionary & purpose trusts; private foundations (PTF). Roles, duties, and common use-cases.

  • Protector & council models
  • Forced‑heirship considerations
  • Asset protection myths

Licensing

EMI/MSB, FX/dealer, investment advisory, gaming. Scope, supervision, capital, and reporting.

  • EMI vs PI vs MSB
  • Securities dealer basics
  • iGaming licensing map

Banking & Payments

Bank accounts, EMIs, fintech alternatives, and onboarding requirements.

  • Correspondent risk
  • Proof of address options
  • High‑risk MCCs

Taxation

CFC rules, ESR/substance, transfer pricing, CRS/FATCA, and UBO registers.

  • CFC triggers by region
  • OECD BEPS overview
  • CRS reportable persons

Compliance

KYC/KYB, AML/CFT, travel rule, sanctions screening, and risk frameworks.

  • Customer risk rating
  • EDD playbooks
  • Transaction monitoring

Jurisdiction Snapshots

Concise overviews—use cases, maintenance, and compliance notes.

BVI — IBC

  • Use‑cases: holding, trading, consulting
  • Reporting: annual financials (private), ESR where relevant
  • Notes: established banking networks, strong registry

Belize — IBC

  • Use‑cases: holding, e‑commerce
  • Reporting: accounting records retention
  • Notes: cost‑effective, improving reputation

Nevis — LLC

  • Use‑cases: asset protection, pass‑through taxation
  • Reporting: records retention; ESR if relevant
  • Notes: charging‑order protection; US‑friendly

Scotland — LP

  • Use‑cases: agency structures, partnerships
  • Reporting: transparency updates; PSC/BO requirements
  • Notes: onshore credibility; substance considerations

Seychelles — Securities Dealer

  • Scope: dealing in securities/CFDs per SIBA
  • Capital: regulator‑set; local presence & MLRO
  • Notes: fit & proper tests; audits

Costa Rica — Data Processing

  • Scope: certain fintech/crypto operations via company + compliance
  • Licensing: sector‑specific; SUGEF where applicable
  • Notes: banking access and compliance vary by activity

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Companies

  • IBC, LLC, LP/LLP, PLC overviews
  • Nominee & corporate director roles
  • Redomiciliation & continuance

Trusts & Foundations

  • Trust deeds & letters of wishes
  • PTF structures and council
  • Migration & re‑domiciliation

Licensing

  • EMI/MSB/PI comparisons
  • Securities dealer basics
  • Gaming & RNG certifications

Banking & Payments

  • Document packs (KYB/KYC)
  • Cross‑border wires & SEPA
  • Sanctions & PEP screening

Tax & Reporting

  • CFC & CRS checklists
  • Transfer pricing primers
  • Economic substance templates

Compliance

  • AML policy frameworks
  • Risk assessment matrices
  • Audit & reporting timelines

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