Saint Kitts & Nevis

Company Formation in Saint Kitts & Nevis

Saint Kitts & Nevis

Formation Time

1–2 business days

Min. Capital

No minimum

Corporate Tax

0% (Nevis LLC / IBC on foreign source income)

Foreign Ownership

100%

Overview

The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis — particularly the island of Nevis — is recognized worldwide as the undisputed capital of asset protection law and flexible corporate privacy. The Nevis Limited Liability Company (LLC) Ordinance and the Nevis Business Corporation (IBC) Ordinance provide the world's most formidable legal protections against frivolous lawsuits, creditor claims, and foreign judgments. Foreign court judgments are not recognized in Nevis; any creditor seeking to sue a Nevis LLC must physically file a new case in the Nevis High Court, retain local counsel, and post a mandatory cash bond of up to XCD 100,000 (USD ~37,000) before any proceedings can begin. Nevis entities pay 0% corporate tax on all foreign-sourced revenue, enjoy complete exemption from local capital gains, stamp duties, and withholding taxes, and do not require public disclosure of managers or members.

#1 asset protection jurisdiction

USD 37K creditor bond required

0% foreign income tax

Non-public registers

Pioneer CBI passport program

Why Choose Saint Kitts & Nevis

World's gold standard in asset protection and charging order protection

Foreign court judgments are completely unenforceable without re-litigation in Nevis

Mandatory USD 37,000 cash bond required before creditors can initiate lawsuits

0% corporate tax on all income derived outside the Federation

1–2 business day incorporation turnaround time

Complete statutory privacy — member and manager names never public

Single-member LLC with charging order as exclusive creditor remedy

Pioneer Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program since 1984

Business Entity Types

Entity	Ownership	Directors	Capital	Tax	Best For
Nevis LLC (Limited Liability Company)	100%	1 manager (individual or corporate)	No minimum	Pass-through tax status — 0% tax on international revenue	Unmatched asset protection, international consulting, crypto holding, joint ventures
Nevis Business Corporation (IBC)	100%	1 director	No minimum (standard USD 50,000 authorized)	0% tax on foreign income	International trading, corporate holding, patent and royalty structures
Nevis International Exempt Trust	100%	1 licensed Nevis trust company	None	0% tax	Multi-generational family estate planning, ultra-high-net-worth asset protection
Multiform Foundation	100%	Management board	USD 10,000 standard	0% tax	Decentralized governance, crypto treasuries, philanthropic endowments

Step-by-Step Formation Process

Name Availability & Due Diligence

1 day

Verify proposed name with Nevis Registrar of Companies and conduct AML/CFT screening.

Articles of Organization Filing

1 day

Lodge Articles of Organization (LLC) or Articles of Incorporation (IBC) with the Registry.

Government Endorsement & Seal

Same day

Receive official Certificate of Formation, apostilled corporate documentation, and seals.

Operating Agreement & Share Register

1–2 days

Draft internal Operating Agreement, assign membership interests, and issue certificates.

Bank / EMI Account Setup

2–6 weeks

Open corporate multi-currency accounts with international banking partners.

Costs & Fees

Government / License Fee	USD 250+
Our Service Fee	USD 1,500+
Annual Renewal	USD 1,100+

Fees are indicative and may vary based on business activity, entity type, and additional approvals required. Contact us for a precise custom quote.

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Banking

Nevis entities typically bank with international private banks in Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Mauritius, Puerto Rico, or with global Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) that support offshore corporate structures.

Account Opening Time

2–6 weeks

Multi-Currency

Yes — multiple currencies supported

Recommended Banks

Euro Pacific BankBank of Nevis International (BONI)Caye International BankWise BusinessAirwallexSwissquote (via introduction)

Tax Overview

Corporate Tax

0% on all income derived outside Saint Kitts and Nevis

Personal Income Tax

0% — no personal income tax on non-residents

VAT / Sales Tax

0% (exempt for international offshore business)

Capital Gains Tax

0% — no capital gains, gift, or inheritance taxes

Withholding Tax

0% on all outbound distributions

Double Tax Treaties

0 countries

Under local law, a Nevis entity doing no business with Nevis residents incurs zero corporate income taxes.

Visa & Residency

Citizenship by Investment (CBI)

Lifetime citizenship and passport

Established 1984 — requires USD 250,000 donation (Federal Island Contribution) or USD 400,000 approved real estate investment

Annual Residency

1 year, renewable

For property owners and qualified business investors residing in the Federation

Family visa: AvailableProcessing: 3–6 months (CBI)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is a Nevis LLC considered superior for asset protection?

Nevis law does not recognize foreign court judgments. If a creditor obtains a legal judgment against you in the US, UK, or EU, they cannot enforce it against your Nevis LLC. They must fly to Nevis, hire local counsel, post a USD 37,000 cash bond with the court, and prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt under Nevis law. Furthermore, the sole remedy against a member's interest is a charging order which expires after three years and does not allow foreclosure or seizure of company assets.

Can a single person form and own a Nevis LLC?

Yes. A Nevis LLC can be formed with a single member who also serves as the sole manager. The member and manager can be an individual or a corporate entity of any nationality.

Is information about Nevis company owners public?

No. The Nevis Registrar maintains only the name of the company, its registered agent, and its registered office address. Names of members, managers, and ultimate beneficial owners are held in strict confidence by the registered agent and are never available on public registries.