A BVI Limited Company requires:
All roles may be held by the same individual or entity, and there are no residency requirements. Otonomos offers nominees for the Director and Shareholder positions.
Yes. BVI companies are exempt from:
However, company owners must still comply with the tax laws of their country of residence.
For Individuals (KYC)
For Companies (KYB)
Other Required Documents
Our Nominee Services include the appointment of corporate director(s) to your entity, adding an additional layer of separation between you, the ultimate controller, and your company. Rest assured that our Corporate Directors operate exclusively under a signed Nominee Director Agreement, which ensures they cannot act on behalf of your company without explicit written instructions from you. It's essential to note that, if Otonomos is your chosen Nominee Director, our involvement is required for all processes related to opening bank and exchange/OTC accounts in accordance with our standard tariff. This arrangement helps guarantee your privacy and control while granting Otonomos corresponding information rights for a seamless and secure partnership.
Add a Local BVI Director to provide you with a greater degree of economic substance locally in the BVI. As with a corporate nominee director a Local Physical Director also adds an additional layer of separation between you, the ultimate controller, and your company. Rest assured that our Local Directors operate under a signed Nominee Director Agreement, which ensures they cannot act on behalf of your company without explicit written instructions from you.
It's essential to note that, if a Physical Directors is chosen our involvement is required for all processes related to opening bank and exchange/OTC accounts in accordance with our standard tariff. This arrangement helps guarantee your privacy and control while granting Otonomos corresponding information rights for a seamless and secure partnership.
Begin your BVI Fund journey or transition your existing structure into a regulated BVI Fund with confidence. This service supports the legal work required for the establishment or conversion of your entity into a BVI Incubator or Approved Fund structure in line with FSC requirements. The initial 50% retainer covers the first step toward a total fixed cap of US$20,000 for the legal work essential for your fund. Our expert team will guide you through the process, ensuring that your fund receives the dedicated support it deserves to get things started.
Our comprehensive Full Apostille KYC/AML Kit, available for a one-time fee of US$2,000, equips you with a certified or notarized set of essential corporate documents, potentially being vital for the onboarding process with banks, centralized exchanges, and Over-The-Counter desks. This indispensable KYC kit includes the Certificate of Incorporation, your entity's Constitution (M&A or Operating Agreement), the Register of Directors, and the Register of Members/Shareholders. With these vital documents at your disposal, you can confidently navigate the onboarding procedures, ensuring a more seamless and compliant entry into the financial landscape. Note this document suite is often required when opening a subsidiary of your company or when doing an asset pledge.
Start your BVI Fund journey with confidence. The initial 50% retainer covers the first step toward a total fixed cap of US$26,000 for the legal work essential for your fund. Our expert team will guide you through the process, ensuring that your fund receives the dedicated support it deserves to get things started.
Our Nominee Shareholder service is your shield against prying eyes and potential creditors in jurisdictions where a public register of companies exposes shareholder details, including residential addresses. While maintaining your compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements as the Ultimate Beneficial Owner, our Nominee Shareholder service provides a vital layer of privacy and asset protection. It's important to note that by opting for Otonomos as your Nominee Shareholder, you will also have our expertise in guiding you through the process of opening bank and exchange/OTC accounts in alignment with our standard tariff. Rest assured, this arrangement helps ensure your confidentiality and asset protection.
When establishing a BVI Fund, an Authorized Representative must be appointed in accordance with regulatory requirements. Otonomos can provide this service if you do not have a suitable appointment in place, for US$2,400 per annum.
A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique 20-character code used to identify companies and legal entities participating in financial transactions globally.
You can save $506 compared to the 1 year package
A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique 20-character code used to identify companies and legal entities participating in financial transactions globally.
A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique 20-character code used to identify companies and legal entities participating in financial transactions globally.
You can save $245 compared to the 1 year package
A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique 20-character code used to identify companies and legal entities participating in financial transactions globally.
You can save $1,682 compared to the 1 year package
Let us help open an account with our partner Skyline Digital. Their solution allows you to make fiat payments directly from your wallet using crypto in a self-custodial way. Once the account is successfully established, we promptly transfer any login credentials to you, ensuring you gain quick access to your Skyline Account. Our service is to help open the account using your corporate documents, if we have a nominee position and you are looking to onboard this fee also includes our time to KYC as the nominee.
*Note US persons both natural and corporate are not able to onboard with Skyline Digital at this time
Get onboarded with an exchange of your choice or request a recommendation from our team on popular accounts we open. This service is to assist with the onboarding process and streamline where possible for a successful account opening.
Get a offshore based bank account for your BVI Limited Company. Otonomos assists with bank account openings for entities managed by Otonomos. Our team will handle all the paperwork and communication with the bank to ensure the account gets opened in a timely manner. Once ordered, we will provide a bank questionnaire for the use cases of the account and we'll review our network of banking partners.
Get a U.S. based bank account for your BVI Limited Company. Otonomos assists with bank account openings for entities managed by Otonomos. Our team will handle all the paperwork and communication with the bank to ensure the account gets opened in a timely manner. Once ordered, we will provide a bank questionnaire for the use cases of the account and we'll review our network of banking partners.
Our Fundraising Guidance service is designed to help you navigate the complexities of preparing your Fundraise through an instrument like a Simple Agreement for Future Tokens or equity (SAFT(E)).
We offer you a comprehensive SAFT(E) template, expertly guide you through its mechanics, and provide invaluable insights into potential pitfalls to watch out for.
With our support, you can confidently present an investor-ready SAFT(E), ensuring that you're well-prepared for successful token or equity offerings and investment opportunities.
You benefit from negotiated rates with local counsel we work with. Our role is to introduce your project and choreograph all parties involved.
Please note that this is an initial retainer to get started. Legal Opinions for onboarding to exchanges will result in a higher cost. The estimated timeframe for issuance based on due diligence clearing is 5-10 business days.
Spend dedicated time with our founder, Han, and tap into the collective wisdom of Otonomos. Drawing on experience across multiple jurisdictions and hundreds of entity formations, we help you evaluate structure, strategy, and geography to determine the optimal setup for your goals whether for asset protection, fundraising, or operational scalability.