Effective 1 April 2020, the Seychelles FSA has revised incorporation, annual, and late renewal fees under the International Business Companies Act. Portcullis service fees will increase by USD55 per company. Learn more about the updated charges.

In December 2019, the BVI implemented significant legislative changes impacting business companies, funds, partnerships, and anti-money laundering rules. Learn how new regulations affect registers of directors, economic substance, closed-ended funds, and foreign fund recognition.

The Cook Islands has passed new legislation to address EU concerns regarding its tax regime. Read the official media release outlining the changes and their implications.

The Cayman Islands Registry’s 2019 policy outlines annual fee obligations for companies in liquidation. Companies filing by 31 January avoid fees; later filings incur full annual fees. View the full notice online.

Due to disruptions in Hong Kong, Portcullis urges clients with companies renewing by 30 November 2019 to remit payments by bank transfer instead of cheque to avoid delays. Contact your relationship manager or accounting team for support.

Learn about the Cayman Islands policy on Certificates of Good Standing. From February onward, issuance requires compliance with Economic Substance, Beneficial Ownership, annual fees, and returns.

The Cayman Islands’ Economic Substance Law requires entities to file an ES Notification annually. Portcullis outlines key steps for classification, documentation, and compliance, with support services available to ensure timely and accurate submissions.

The BVI has published final Economic Substance Rules under the 2018 Act, replacing the previous Code. All in-scope entities must now demonstrate substance as of 30 June. Download the official documents and contact Portcullis for support.

A reminder to submit your revised Cayman Register of Members in line with the Companies (Amendment) Law, 2019. Access templates, deadlines, and support from Portcullis to ensure compliance before the deadline.

Cayman’s Companies (Amendment) Law, 2019 now allows public access to company director and officer names via kiosks. Learn about the new disclosure rules, filing deadlines, and penalties in effect from 1 October 2019.

Celebrate Portcullis’ 35th Anniversary with exclusive incorporation offers! Get 20% off registered agent fees and a free COI for new companies in select jurisdictions. Offer valid from 07.07.2019 to 09.09.2019.

The BVI’s draft Economic Substance Code was released on 22 April 2019. Portcullis offers FAQs as initial guidance and provides local services to help entities meet substance requirements.

The Cayman Islands has issued revised Economic Substance Guidance Notes v2.0, clarifying compliance for tax-resident entities, pure equity holding companies, and outsourcing rules. Learn what your business needs to know.

Portcullis launches Portcullis Investment Office Private Limited, focusing on bespoke wealth preservation for families and HNWIs. Discover how their flagship portfolios delivered strong returns in volatile markets.

The Cayman Islands has issued final guidance on Economic Substance requirements. Learn which entities are exempt, the reduced rules for pure equity holding companies, and the steps to ensure compliance.

Understand Hong Kong's CbC reporting and transfer pricing documentation rules, obligations, deadlines, and penalties for multinational enterprises.

Samoa international companies qualifying as Reporting Financial Institutions must meet key CRS reporting deadlines for the 2018 financial year. Learn about registration requirements, MDES access, and critical reporting dates.

Explore key amendments to the Seychelles International Business Companies Act, including updated tax residency rules, restoration timelines, and new accounting record obligations. Understand how the 2018 and 2019 changes affect IBC compliance and taxation.

BVI’s Economic Substance Law requires all companies and limited partnerships to report on tax residency and relevant activities annually. Entities must comply or face significant penalties. Learn key deadlines, requirements, and how to prepare.

The Cayman Islands’ Economic Substance Law came into force on 1 Jan 2019. All Cayman entities must assess if their activities fall under this law and take steps to comply or risk significant penalties. Learn key requirements and deadlines.

Following the 30 June 2018 deadline, Cayman companies must file their Register of Beneficial Ownership or risk penalties. Portcullis reminds clients of ongoing filing duties and announces a USD 200 annual license fee adjustment.

Effective 1 Sept 2018, the BVI Government has reduced the maximum late filing penalty for Registers of Directors to US$5,000 with retroactive effect. Companies must file by 31 Dec 2018 to avoid penalties or strike-off.

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Reminder: Portcullis (BVI) Ltd will no longer accept remittances via First Caribbean International Bank as of 1 May 2018. Please use updated Singapore or Hong Kong bank account details and include invoice and company name with all payments.

Effective immediately, Portcullis (BVI) Ltd will no longer accept remittances via First Caribbean International Bank. View our new Singapore and Hong Kong bank account details and ensure compliance with updated remittance procedures.