
TAX EFFICIENCY
Saint Lucia offers competitive tax rates and incentives for businesses.


HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION
Privacy laws protect sensitive corporate information from public disclosure.

SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS
Get your company up and running in just 2-3 business days.*

CARIBBEAN BUSINESS HUB
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COMPANY FORMATION
- An IBC is to submit an unaudited financial statement (UFS), to us and the registered agent, failing which the government will apply a penalty and the same will accrue until submission.
- The company’s annual tax return is to be submitted to the St. Lucia Inland Revenue Department (IRD). The UFS is to be attached.
- The Economic Substance Return is to be submitted (currently to us for onward transmission to the IRD, but in time it will be directed to the IRD.)

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ASKED QUESTIONS
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What type of company do you register in St Lucia?
The type of companies that we form in St Lucia is known as an International Business Company (IBC).
IBCs are now deemed resident companies and subject to the provisions of the Income Tax Act and therefore will not be restricted from doing business in St Lucia. -
Is a St Lucia IBC tax liable?
All St Lucia IBCs became tax residents as of 1st July 2021. This means that those IBCs which were tax-exempt before that date are now required to register for a Tax Account Number.
An exemption exists for foreign-sourced income provided the IBC qualifies by meeting the economic substance requirements. Foreign sourced income is taxed at 30% and domestic sourced income is exempt.
While the company might be subject to local tax regulations in St Lucia, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability. -
Will my name be public once I setup a St Lucia IBC?
No, there is no public register of company officers in St Lucia. -
How many directors and shareholders should I appoint on my St Lucia IBC?
A minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder should be appointed to setup a St Lucia International Business Company (IBC). -
Do I need to submit accounting records for my IBC company in St Lucia?
By no later than 3 months after the financial year-end of the company, the following are required:- An IBC is to submit an unaudited financial statement (UFS), to us and the registered agent, failing which the government will apply a penalty and the same will accrue until submission.
- The company’s annual tax return is to be submitted to the St. Lucia Inland Revenue Department (IRD). The UFS is to be attached.
- The Economic Substance Return is to be submitted (currently to us for onward transmission to the IRD, but in time it will be directed to the IRD.)
- Annual Return (prescribed form containing information on the IBC’s shareholder, director & beneficial owner)
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Do I need to be a resident to form an IBC in St Lucia?
There are no requirements to appoint a St Lucia resident in the company acting as director/shareholder. -
Do I need to deposit the paid-up capital for a St Lucia IBC?
No, there is no paid up capital requirement. The standard share capital is USD 50,000 but can be amended to fit your requirements. -
Are bearer shares allowed in St Lucia?
No, bearer shares are not allowed in St Lucia and tend to disappear from most jurisdictions.
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