Company Registration in Gibraltar
Capital: Gibraltar.
Official languages: English.
Currency: Gibraltar pound.
Company registration provides the following benefits:
- There are no exchange controls.
- Zero taxation.
- Directors and shareholders may be individuals or legal entities who are not residents of Gibraltar
Gibraltar is a small British overseas territory located in the south of the Iberian Peninsula.
Gibraltar borders Spain and has access to the Strait of Gibraltar, which connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
One of the pillars of Gibraltar's economy is the financial sector. Developed areas include banking, insurance, investment consulting and taxation.
Taxation and Reporting Features
Corporate Income Tax:
- No corporate tax for non-resident companies
- Resident companies: 15% on profits derived in Gibraltar
- No VAT in Gibraltar
Import Duty:
- Varies by product category
- Most goods: 0% - 10%
- Luxury items may incur higher rates
Dividends:
- No withholding tax on dividends
- Dividends received by non-residents are not taxable
Company registration in Gibraltar is conducted through the Gibraltar Companies House. The chosen company name must be unique and approved by the Registrar.
To register a company, an application form signed by the proposed director(s) must be submitted. This should include information about the company's intended business activities, along with a set of documents such as the memorandum and articles of association, and identification documents for directors and shareholders.
Once registered, the company details are published in the Gibraltar Gazette. Additionally, companies may need to comply with tax registration requirements and obtain a business license if necessary.
At the time of registration, the company must have:
- A registered office in Gibraltar for official correspondence.
- A company secretary who can be a resident individual or a corporate entity.
- A minimum of one director, who can be of any nationality.
- A local bank account if the company intends to engage in business activities within Gibraltar.
Company Registration in Gibraltar (LTD)
- Limited liability
- Minimum 1 director / 1 shareholder
- Simple business structure
Tax Rates in Gibraltar
Additional information
- Financial reporting: Required annually in Gibraltar
- Audit: Mandatory for all registered companies
- Annual Return: Submit within 42 days post-anniversary
- Tax return: Company Tax Return submission
- Employer's Return: Necessary if employing staff
- Registers: Compulsory for shareholders and directors
- Directors' details Available in public registry
- Shareholders' details Accessible to the public
- Financial reporting Confidential and not disclosed
Timeline and Stages
- 01
Document preparation and name selection
1-2 days - 02
Name search in the Companies Registry
1 day - 03
Online or offline document submission
1 day - 04
Obtaining CI and Business Registration certificates
7 working days - 05
Opening a corporate bank account
2-4 weeks
The bottom line
While Gibraltar today has favorable tax treatment and can provide a simple registration process, it is important to note that laws and regulations are constantly changing and companies must keep up to date with the latest tax and reporting updates in Gibraltar. Therefore, we recommend seeking professional advice from IT-OFFSHORE specialists.
Our specialists offer not only legal support for company registration, but also a wide range of services, which includes accounting services, nominee services, and full support of the company after its registration; Thus, we provide full year-round service to your company.
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FAQ
Can you register a company remotely?
Yes, in most cases — you can.
Remote company registration is available in the vast majority of popular jurisdictions today. Modern corporate services, electronic document management and professional registered agents make it possible to complete the entire registration process without being physically present in the country.
The process typically works as follows: you provide the required documents electronically, sign them remotely — via a notary, apostille or electronic signature — and a local registered agent handles all communication with government authorities and document submission on your behalf.
This has been made possible by several factors: most countries allow foreign founders and directors, corporate service providers operate remotely across the globe, and the digitisation of government registries has significantly streamlined and accelerated the procedures.
The one step that may still require in-person presence is opening a corporate bank account — however, even here many banks and fintech platforms now offer remote identity verification.
What documents are needed for registration?
Registering a company in most jurisdictions requires a standard set of documents. For individuals — founders and directors — the typical requirements include: a certified copy of a passport, proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement no older than 3 months), and in some cases a bank reference letter or CV.
For corporate shareholders, the required documents include: certificate of incorporation, articles of association, register of directors and shareholders, and confirmation of the ownership structure.
Do I need to keep accounting records and submit reports?
Accounting and reporting requirements vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction. In most countries, companies are required to maintain proper bookkeeping, file annual financial statements and submit tax returns.
At the same time, there are a number of jurisdictions where reporting requirements are minimal or effectively non-existent for non-resident companies. These include, for example, the Marshall Islands, the Cook Islands, Panama, Belize, Seychelles and Vanuatu — in these countries, companies that do not conduct business within the territory of the registration state are generally exempt from mandatory financial reporting and audit requirements.
We provide full company administration services, including preparation and submission of annual reports, liaison with local authorities and ensuring full compliance with all corporate requirements of the jurisdiction.
Is it possible to open a bank account for a company?
Yes, opening a corporate bank account is possible for virtually any jurisdiction, however this process deserves careful attention. Today businesses have two main options: traditional banks and fintech platforms.
Traditional banks offer a full range of financial services, but account opening requirements have become increasingly stringent — KYC procedures, source of funds confirmation, business plans and in some cases in-person presence may be required. Fintech platforms — such as Wise, Airwallex, Revolut Business and others — open accounts significantly faster and remotely, making them a popular solution for international companies at an early stage.
Is it possible to use nominee directors?
Yes, the use of nominee directors and shareholders is a common and legitimate practice in international corporate structuring. A nominee director is formally listed in the company registry but acts exclusively in accordance with the instructions of the beneficial owner, providing an additional layer of privacy.
This service is particularly in demand in jurisdictions where information about directors and shareholders is entered into a public register — for example, in Cyprus, the United Kingdom, Malta and a number of other EU countries. In offshore jurisdictions, nominee services are also widely used to simplify corporate governance and protect ownership structures.
We provide nominee director and shareholder services for any jurisdiction we work with.
