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Set up secure, compliant business entities anywhere in the world. Our entity establishment and company incorporation services handle every step from jurisdiction selection and statutory filings to ongoing compliance so you can incorporate your business in new markets without diverting your team from growth. We accelerate the process of operating in a new country and help you navigate the regulatory requirements of local jurisdictions. Our services can help:

  • Clear Compliance: Avoid fines, disputes and dissolution with strict legal adherence.
  • Efficient Operations: Reduce the time spent managing legal and compliance processes.
  • Risk Mitigation: Strong governance provides peace of mind for your business.
  • Build Credibility: Showcase professionalism and organization to clients, investors and partners.
  • Agility and Scale: Ensure your entity adapts to changing requirements seamlessly.

What our entity establishment services include

Our end-to-end incorporation services cover every step of getting your entity operations-ready in a new jurisdiction. A typical engagement includes:

  • Jurisdiction and entity-type advisory, including company name reservation and availability checks
  • Drafting and filing incorporation documents (e.g., articles of incorporation, memorandum and articles of association)
  • Local business registration and obtaining business licenses
  • Tax identification registration (e.g., EIN in the US, UTR in the UK) plus VAT, GST and payroll tax registrations where applicable
  • Registered agent services in jurisdictions that require them, such as the US
  • Bank account introductions through our local partner network
  • Corporate seal, statutory registers and constitutional documents
  • Initial board and shareholder resolutions to bring the entity operational

Entity types we can help you establish

We support all major corporation structures across 100+ countries from C corporations that issue stock in the US to private limited companies in the UK, GmbHs in Germany, Pte Ltds in Singapore and WFOEs in China. Our advisory team helps you select the right entity type for your tax position, operational footprint and growth plans.

Region Common entity structures we establish
United States C corporations, S corporations, LLCs, subsidiaries, branches
United Kingdom & Ireland Private limited companies (Ltd), public limited companies (PLC), branches
Europe (Germany, Netherlands and others) GmbH, BV, SE, branches, subsidiaries
Asia-Pacific (Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, China and others) Pte Ltd, KK, GK, WFOE, representative offices, branches
Latin America (Brazil, Mexico and others) S.A., LTDA, S.A. de C.V., subsidiaries
Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia) LLCs, free zone entities, branches

STEP BY STEP PROCESS

Our entity establishment process

Every market is different. Our process adapts to local state requirements and jurisdiction-specific requirements, but the engagement follows five clear stages:

Discovery and jurisdiction advisory

We assess your expansion goals, tax position, regulatory exposure and operational needs to recommend the right country and structure.

Entity structure design

We design the right corporation, LLC, subsidiary or branch structure for your jurisdiction and long-term growth plans.

Filings and registration

We prepare and file articles of incorporation with the local registry, register for tax IDs and obtain required business licenses.

Banking and operational setup

We facilitate bank account opening and post-incorporation registrations to bring the entity live.

Go-live and ongoing management

We can support appointments of directors and company secretaries, establish governance controls and oversee ongoing annual filings.

Local expertise across 100+ countries

Entity establishment is a local discipline. We staff in-country specialists in every market we serve, so you get on-the-ground expertise in local filing requirements, regulatory updates and jurisdictional nuance, not a centralised back office working from documentation. Whether you’re incorporating in São Paulo, Frankfurt, Singapore or Riyadh, your filings are handled by people who do this work in that market every day.

A dedicated account manager from day one

Every client is assigned a dedicated account manager who works within your time zone and serves as your single point of contact across the entire engagement from jurisdiction advisory through to incorporation, post-setup registrations and handover to ongoing entity management. No tickets. No call centres. One named contact who knows your business.

Tax and legal integration: beyond the filing

Entity setup doesn’t end at incorporation. We register your entity for corporate income tax, VAT or GST and payroll taxes, and connect you to our in-house Accounting & Tax team for ongoing transfer pricing, statutory accounting and tax filing support. Our HR Consulting and Global Payroll teams pick up the workforce side from day one, so your new entity is fully operational, not just legally registered.

Full lifecycle support beyond incorporation

Entity establishment is the front door. We support your entity across its full lifecycle:

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need entity establishment services?

Setting up a legal entity in a new country requires expert knowledge to navigate local legal and regulatory requirements. There’s significant administrative work involved. Some tasks, such as attending local appointments, must be performed on the ground and in the local language. Unless you’re fortunate enough to have these capabilities in-house, you will need a trusted provider with local experts who can handle these tasks efficiently and accurately.

How long does it take to establish an entity in a new country?

We set up entities quickly and efficiently. Our team handles everything from incorporation and registration to establishing resident directors, a registered office and a bank account. The timeline can vary depending on the country, but we ensure a smooth process tailored to each location’s requirements.

What’s your pricing structure?

We offer base pricing for entity incorporation with country-specific variations. Our pricing can be customized and is scalable. There are ongoing services and additional costs, but our pricing is as transparent as possible with no hidden fees.

What types of entities can your services help with?

The most common we encounter are limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations, non-profits and partnerships.

What documents are required to establish a legal entity in a new country?

Document requirements vary by jurisdiction, but generally include identification and proof of address for directors and shareholders, the proposed company name, registered office address, share capital details and signed constitutional documents (such as articles of incorporation or memorandum and articles of association). Some jurisdictions also require apostilled or notarised documents, local director appointments or evidence of source of funds. We provide a jurisdiction-specific checklist at the start of every engagement.

What types of legal entities can you help set up?

We help establish corporations (including C corps and S corps in the US), LLCs, private and public limited companies (Ltd, PLC), GmbHs, BVs, KKs, Pte Ltds, WFOEs, branches, representative offices and subsidiaries across 100+ countries. The right structure depends on your tax position, operational needs and long-term growth plans, which we assess during discovery.

Do you support licensing applications and tax registration?

Yes. Our entity establishment service can support applications for required business licenses and registration for tax identification numbers (such as an EIN in the US, UTR in the UK or local equivalents), as well as VAT or GST and payroll tax registrations where applicable.

Will I have a dedicated account manager during the setup process?

Yes. Every client is assigned a dedicated account manager who works within your time zone and serves as your single point of contact across the engagement from jurisdiction advisory through to incorporation, post-setup registrations and handover to ongoing entity management.

How long does it take to establish an entity in a new country?

Timelines vary significantly by jurisdiction. Fast-moving markets such as Singapore and Hong Kong can complete in 1–2 weeks. More complex jurisdictions such as China, Brazil or Saudi Arabia typically take 8–12 weeks. We provide an indicative timeline for your target market during the discovery phase.

What's the difference between entity setup and Employer of Record (EOR)?

Entity establishment means registering your own legal company in a new country giving you full operational control, the ability to generate revenue locally and a permanent foundation for growth. EOR is a transitional bridge solution that lets you hire employees quickly without an entity, but it isn’t designed for long-term scale or revenue-generating activity. Most companies use EOR to enter a market quickly, then establish an entity once headcount and revenue justify it.

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