Cook Islands Company Formation
The Cook Islands is between New Zealand and Hawaii. Cook Island has robust privacy laws that attract foreign investors. The Cook Islands offshore company registration is an excellent option for individuals and companies seeking privacy and asset protection.
The tax exemption laws with asset protection make it an excellent place for offshore company formation. Cook Islands has no capital gains tax, inheritance tax, wealth tax and estate tax on offshore companies. The Cook Islands has several legal mechanisms to protect the assets of offshore companies registered in the country.
The Cook Islands has two types of offshore company structures. The company structures are International Business Company (IBC), Limited Liability Company (L.L.C) and Offshore Trust and Foundation.
The companies have a registered address in the Cook Islands. The companies must appoint a company secretary. The shareholders must conduct an annual shareholders meeting. The shareholders need to be physically present in the Cook Islands or remotely from anywhere in the world.
The Cook Islands company formation process is simple. However, it's ideal that you seek professional advice. The business advisor will ensure the Cook Island company formation is compliant with local laws and regulations.
Benefits of Cook Islands Offshore Company Registration
- Quick Company Formation
- Nil or Low Corporation Tax
- Extreme Privacy
- Asset Protection
- Minimal Reporting Requirements
Cook Islands Offshore Company Formation Packages
For investors looking to set up an offshore company in the Cook Islands, our team have two comprehensive packages to assist you. Please refer to our packages below
Standard
Everything for a foreign investor to register a company
$1,950
- Company Formation
- Certificate of Registration
- Document Processing for Registration
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Government Fees for 1 year
- Registered Agent and Registered office Address for 1 year
- GC Account Manager for 1 year
Executive
Suitable for investors looking for company formation along with bank account
$3,100
- Everything in Standard
- Certification of Corporate Documents
- Assistance in Bank Account Opening
- One-time application with one suitable bank
- Assistance in preparation of bank application & Supporting Documents
- Schedule appoint with the Bank representative
The Process for Company Formation in the Cook Islands
The below steps will guide you in setting up a Cook Islands Offshore company:
The first step in the Cook Islands business setup is to choose a company name for your business. The company name must be unique and available with the Cook Islands company registry. It must also comply with the country's naming rules.
Appoint a professional business agent as a representative to proceed with the offshore registration process in the Cook Islands. The registered agent must hold a valid license issued by the concerned authorities of the Cook Islands.
You must submit all required documents to the registered agent to proceed with company registration.
Please send all required documents and a filled-out application form to the Cook Islands authorities.
The company registry of Cook Islands shall issue the Certificate of Registration. The authorities will do thorough due diligence on the application and supporting documents of company directors and shareholders.
Once the Cook Islands company formation is successful. The investor can open an offshore bank account in the Cook Islands or anywhere in the world. Opening a bank account is essential for carrying out any company transactions.
Documents Required for Cook Islands Company Formation
- Certified Passport Copy
- Certified Proof of Address (not older than three months)
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Why Choose Gryffin Capitalist?
Gryffin Capitalist has a team of experts with years of experience in offshore company formation, legal compliance, and taxation. We can guide you through setting up a Cook Islands company and ensure that you meet all the legal requirements.
A professional advisor will help you save time and money by offering our services. We will provide a customized offshore company formation package as we have the proper knowledge and experience to streamline the process and avoid costly mistakes.
Gryffin Capitalist can provide you with customized services based on your requirements. We can make the process simple and cost-effective. You can focus on your business operations as we will provide seamless company formation.
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Our Bank Account PackagesFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Company Formation in Cook Islands usually takes 1-2 working days. It depends on the complexity of company structures and the availability of the required documents.
Cook Islands offshore companies must file an annual return and maintain proper accounting and bookkeeping records.
Yes, it is possible to conduct business from anywhere in the world. However, it's ideal to seek professional advice. We need to ensure we are compliant with local laws.
The Cook Islands offshore company is legal since you are complying with the country’s regulations.