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Company Registration in Curacao

Capital: Willemstad.
Official languages: Dutch, Papiamento.
Currency: Dutch Antillean guilder.

Tariffs
Карта Company Registration in Curacao
6% VAT
22% Profit Tax
0% Dividends
1 USD Capital
2% On the first USD 500,000

Company registration provides the following benefits:

 

  • Recognizable and respected jurisdiction.
  • A relatively simple and well-established procedure for registering a company.
  • Fast deadlines for company registration.
  • Favorable tax environment.

Curacao is a self-governing state entity located in the southern Caribbean Sea near the coast of Venezuela.

 

Since 2010, the island of Curacao has been part of the Netherlands. This jurisdiction has a positive reputation; opening a company in Curacao will allow you to optimize tax payments.

 

Curaçao is characterized by political stability, and programs are in place to attract foreign investment.

Taxation and Reporting Features

Corporate Income Tax:

  • Standard rate: 22%
  • Exemptions available for specific industries
  • Tax incentives for new businesses

VAT:

  • Standard rate: 6%
  • Reduced rate: 7% (certain goods and services)
  • 0% on export services

Dividends:

  • 0% for Curacao residents
  • Withholding tax may apply for non-residents

Company registration in Curacao is managed through the Curacao Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The business name proposed by the shareholders should be registered and approved through this entity.

To register a company, an application signed by the director must be submitted, outlining the foundational details of the company. This application should be accompanied by documents such as the articles of association, declaration, copies of passports, and Tax Identification Numbers (TIN) of shareholders and directors.


After the company is incorporated, the registration details will be published in the Curacao Commercial Register. Finalizing the registration requires completing tax and social security registrations.

At the time of registration, the company must have:

  • A Tax Identification Number obtained from the tax authorities — essential for tax purposes and opening a bank account.
  • Articles of Association certified by the Curacao Chamber of Commerce or a notary.
  • A bank statement confirming sufficient capital in the account to establish the company. This must list the company name, its shareholders, and their respective shares of the invested capital.
  • Proof of payment of registration fees to the relevant authorities.

Company Registration in Curacao

  • Limited liability
  • Minimum 1 director / 1 shareholder
  • Simple business structure
Public Limited
€9 000
Annual expenses: ~€10,500

Tax Rates in Curacao

Corporate Tax 22% Applies to all income
VAT 6% Standard rate
Dividends 0% Tax-free
Capital Gains 0% Tax-free
Withholding Tax 0% None
Property Tax 0.4% On assessed property value

Additional information

Reporting
Confidentiality
  • Financial reporting: Annual submission required
  • Audit: Required for all registered companies
  • Annual Return: Due within 42 days post-registration anniversary
  • Tax return: Submit to the relevant authority
  • Employer's Return: Necessary if employing staff
  • Registers: Mandatory for shareholders and directors
  • Directors' details Accessible in the public registry
  • Shareholders' details Publicly accessible
  • Financial reporting Kept confidential (not disclosed)

Timeline and Stages

  • 01

    Preparation of documents and choosing a company name

    1-2 days
  • 02

    Conducting a name search in the Curacao Companies Registry

    1 day
  • 03

    Submission of documents either online or offline

    1 day
  • 04

    Acquiring CI and Business Registration certificates

    about a month
  • 05

    Setting up a corporate bank account

    2-4 weeks

The bottom line

Curacao provides favorable conditions for doing business for foreign investors. Recently, due to its popularity, the jurisdiction of Curacao is constantly undergoing various changes in its legislation, so we recommend consulting with IT-OFFSHORE lawyers to avoid possible legal consequences and ensure compliance with all laws.

 

Our company offers comprehensive support for the company at all stages - from registration to full support of its activities. We not only help you legally register a company, but also take on many subsequent tasks. In particular, our scope of services includes maintaining accounting and tax records, providing nominee directors and shareholders, leasing a legal address, obtaining all necessary licenses and permits for the company. We actually ensure the full operation of the business in accordance with the laws of a particular jurisdiction.

Cost calculation

Add the required options for your company:

Итоговая стоимость ( база €9000 + доп):
€9000

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.

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