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Switzerland is world famous for its banks and blooming economy having a GDP higher than in most of the Western European countries. Also, the price of the Swiss franc (CHF) was quite stable in comparison to other currencies. In year 2009, the financial sector of Switzerland have contributed around 11.6% of total gross domestic product and employed almost 195,000 employees (136,000 of which are employed in the banking sector specifically), which is almost 6% of the overall Swiss labour force. In addition to that, Swiss banks employ roughly 103,000 employees in other countries.
Today roughly thirty three percent of total global funds are being kept outside of originating state (also known as offshore assets), which are kept in Swiss banks and financial institutions. Back in year 2001, Swiss banks have managed a great total of 2.6 trillion United States dollars net worth.
Privacy policy of the Swiss banks The Banking Law of 1934 has turned into a criminal offence for a Swiss bank to disclose information about an account holder. Swiss bank discretion policy guarantees the secrecy of bank customers. The anonymity guaranteed by Swiss laws resembles in its nature confidentiality protection level between doctors and patients or attorneys and their clients.
The Swiss authorities recognize the right to secrecy as a core principle that must be secured by any democratic state. While secrecy is guaranteed all bank accounts are connected to an identified individual, also known as ultimate beneficiary. It should also be pointed out that even the bank privacy principle isn’t absolute per se: a prosecutor or a judge is entitled to issue a legal order granting right to apply legally enforced access to bank data essential for leading an investigation.
However, everything changed on the 27th of May year 2015, when Swiss authorities have signed an agreement with the EU officials. The latter agreement has aligned bank practices of the Swiss banks and financial institutions with common European requirements and standards, which, as a result, has ended the privacy policy that EU-resident customers of Swiss banks had been enjoying lately. According to the provision of the agreement, both parties involved: Switzerland and European Union member states, shall automatically exchange information on the bank accounts of one another's residents starting from year 2018.
Asset management industry in Switzerland Asset management is a rapidly developing business in Switzerland. In order to make sure that the Swiss financial centre does actually prosper and benefit from this development, several local banking and financial associations have developed the Asset Management Platform Switzerland. This platform fulfills the duties previously carried out by the Asset Management Initiative, which was started back in year 2012. The ultimate goal of the platform is to make Switzerland an appealing, global level destination for asset management purposes.
Asset management in Switzerland is going to be improved into one of the leading forces of the Swiss financial centre. Asset management industry is going to be recognized globally for high levels of trust and quality. The aforementioned platform is going to be used in order to develop asset management in Switzerland as strategic industry. As a result, the Swiss financial centre shall become diversified, as already existing guidelines of business will be re-introduced and industries that are receding shall be compensated for. Also, for the private client business and customer-focused investment banking, asset management is going to turn into a full-scale supporting pillar of the financial centre and Swiss economy as whole.
Swiss banks As of beginning of year 2008, on the territory of Switzerland there are 327 incorporated and authorized banks and securities dealers. Companies on this list widely range and include the Two Big Banks as well as numerous smaller banks. Click here to view our Swiss banks catalogue.
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International Business Companies (further referred to as IBC), also known as offshore companies, are often subjected in their domicile jurisdiction to 0% taxation. Major part of the offshore companies (incorporated in tax havens, such as Seychelles, Nevis, BVI, Belize, Marshall Islands, Dominica, etc.) has no tax liability whatsoever.
The main principles of any IBC tax systems can be defined as follows: there is no tax on capital gains, corporate income, dividends, interests or royalties.
Another fundamental aspect of IBCs lies in financial reporting requirements, stating that IBCs:
Do not require to file annual returns to the local tax authorities; Do not submit financial statements; Do not perform audit for the annual financial statements. However, from the business perspective, finance and accounting are the most important aspects of your company. Confidus Solutions team is composed of finance specialists and bookkeepers who are well- skilled in international accounting standards and auditing. From accounts payable to accounts receivable, to finance reporting, we are eager to help you to improve your business corporate structure and tax planning.
Preparing financial statements for an offshore company In case the government would not demand you to keep draft and submit bookkeeping and annual reports, would you still do that voluntarily and what would be the quality of your company’s bookkeeping? Nowadays, numerous tax haven jurisdictions have no requirements regarding the submission of annual or monthly tax returns and reports: offshore companies have an autonomous freedom of choice to keep the documents as they wish. However, more and more offshore jurisdictions have started modernizing and updating their legislation, gradually introducing a compulsory requirement to keep financial records and documents, as the beneficial owner of such company would be the one, who benefits the most out of that. This aspect can play a crucial role, especially when an offshore company is being owned and managed by several individuals, thus providing more efficient system of monitoring assets and supervising decisions that are made.
For example, on Seychelles, companies are required to keep drafts, without providing bookkeeping records for state authorities that subsequently allows monitoring the economic status of the company, in order to provide owners with actual information at all times. However, there is no requirement to submit any financial documents publicly, as well as there are no requirements regarding statutory audit. In theory, local tax authority may request the company to provide and/or improve its records. Nevertheless, such situation may occur under circumstances provided by legal acts only and it usually can be foreseen and avoided.
As we have just mentioned, tax havens (BVI, Panama, Seychelles, Nevis, Marshall Islands, Dominica, etc.,) do not require filing annual financial statements within the local authorities. However, nowadays many offshore companies choose to prepare annual financial statements for IBCs and tax haven companies voluntarily. The reasons for such actions are as follows.
Legal provisions of many offshores require keeping proper records of bookkeeping by the company. Profit & loss statements, general ledger and balance sheet of the company must always be available upon request by the registered agent. All bookkeeping documents confirming transactions must as well be kept by the company: invoices, contracts, transportation documents, bank statements, etc. Such provisions exist in (BVI, Seychelles, Nevis, Belize and many other offshore jurisdictions. Please note that financial records of International Business Companies are allowed to be stored in any location of the world, not necessarily within the registered office.
Your bank may ask for the financial statement of your offshore company. As banks toughen their requirements towards tax havens, one of the ways to keep your corporate banks account for such company is to present accounting statements upon request. Frequently, banks require the most basic accounting reports: profit & loss statement and balance sheet.
Your own control over financial operations are the most obvious reason to maintain account records for any business.
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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or simply the United Kingdom is the largest state in the British Isles and comprises the island of Great Britain, Northern Ireland which is located in the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland and the Republic of Ireland borders many other smaller islands. This country has a long and rich history combined with a liberal, modern and forward-thinking mentality. Due to numerous waves of immigration, Great Britain is culturally extremely diverse. Not only is the UK one of the world's leading financial centers, it has numerous other strong industries that together make up the fifth largest economy in the world and the second largest economy in Europe after Germany.
The UK is currently going through major changes and one can only wait and see what the UK economy will look like once it leaves the European Union. Now we can look at the popular applications from UK companies and why the UK is one of the top destinations for foreign entrepreneurs.
One entry point for the rest of Europe The UK is an important gateway to the rest of Europe. The UK is a major trading partner within the European Union and also has ties to other member states of the Commonwealth of Nations. Access to larger markets is a crucial factor for any business and many foreign entrepreneurs see the UK as the most advantageous location to do business in order to reach as many other markets as possible.
Currently, the UK enjoys being part of the EU single market, which means that UK registered companies can, among other things, trade freely with any member country of the EU single market without tariffs, quotas or trade taxes. This is not only financially beneficial for the UK businesses, it saves time and most importantly - they get a huge customer base. After exiting the European Union, the UK will most likely exit the single market, however trade deals are being negotiated to continue to benefit from the potential customer base in the EU.
Develop new products In 2011, the UK government launched a campaign to encourage a business-led recovery from the recession. The campaign, called StartUp Britain, was designed to inspire and support entrepreneurs. Since then, annual birth rates have increased each year as entrepreneurs value the technical support provided for new product development and other support needed by entrepreneurs. This is just one example of numerous campaigns, think tanks and incubators across the country. In addition, the UK is rich in resources and extremely bright professionals willing to change the world with their business ideas.
Find new customers, suppliers and partners According to the World Bank, Britain is home to more than 65 million people and is one of the few countries in Europe where the population is expected to grow in the future. Entrepreneurs are rightly taking advantage of this large base of wealthy clients.
But the UK is attractive to foreign and local entrepreneurs not only because of the advantages offered by the large local customer base and potential markets, but also because the UK is a perfect location to meet new suppliers and partners for your business. Just like you, numerous other entrepreneurs decide to relocate to the UK every day for the above reasons. Due to the popularity of the English language, foreign entrepreneurs can communicate with each other, as well as with local entrepreneurs, without a language barrier. Numerous trade and business related conferences, shows and workshops are frequently held in the UK, helping to bring together like-minded people with business ideas.
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The monthly minimum wage in Armenia is 107 USD. Armenia has a public debt equal to 13.22% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP) as measured in 2010. In terms of consumer prices, the inflation rate in Armenia is 6.2%. The currency of Armenia is the Armenian Dram. The plural form of the Armenian word dram is drams. The symbol used for this currency is ֏, abbreviated as AMD. The Armenian dram is divided into luma; It's 100 in a dram. Every year, consumers spend around US$6,946 million. The ratio of consumer spending to GDP in Armenia is 67.27%, and the ratio of consumer spending to world consumer market is 2%. Corporate tax in Armenia is 20%. Personal income tax ranges from 24.4% to 36% depending on your specific situation and income level. VAT in Armenia is 20%. In 2013, Armenia received US$272.7 million in foreign aid. In 2014, foreign aid totaled $400.1 million.
Gross domestic product Total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) calculated as Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) in Armenia is $21 billion. The gross domestic product (GDP) calculated as purchasing power parity (PPP) per capita in Armenia was last at 7,099 US dollars. PPP in Armenia is considered fair compared to other countries. Fair purchasing power parities indicate that citizens in this country sometimes find it difficult to buy local goods. Local goods can include food, shelter, clothing, healthcare, personal hygiene, essential furnishings, transportation and communications, laundry, and various types of insurance. Countries with fair purchasing power parities are relatively risky locations for investments. The total gross domestic product (GDP) in Armenia is 10 billion. Based on this statistic, Armenia is considered as a small economy. Countries with small economies generally support fewer industries and investment opportunities. However, worthwhile investment opportunities can be found. The gross domestic product (GDP) per capita in Armenia was last at 3,519 US dollars. The average citizen in Armenia has little wealth. Countries with low wealth per capita often have slightly lower life expectancies and a lower quality of life for their citizens. Finding a highly skilled workforce can be difficult in low-prosperity countries, as citizens sometimes struggle to obtain the training required for specialized industries. Labor can be found at low wages compared to countries with higher wealth per capita. The annual GDP growth rate in Armenia in 2014 averaged 3.2%. According to this percentage, Armenia is currently experiencing modest growth. Modest growth countries offer safe investment opportunities; Their expanding economy suggests that businesses, jobs and incomes will grow accordingly.
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Every year over USD 1 trillion is distributed worldwide in the form of foreign direct investment. Investments by foreign investors and entrepreneurs are of significant value to the country and are seen as a sign of a healthy economic, political and legal environment. When it comes to investing your money, some countries are simply better than others. It depends on numerous factors such as the country's overall economy and growth prospects, political stability, taxation and the overall legal system, the complexity of starting a business, opening an account and the workforce.
In this article, we summarize three jurisdictions in terms of benefits and other features crucial to foreign investors. These countries have already proven their ability to attract multinationals and other investments, but when it comes to choosing the right place to invest, each country is different and might be better than others in one or more factors.
Singapore The first country to be analyzed is Singapore, which ranks 2nd among the best countries for investment and 15th among the best countries in the world in the US News Best Countries Ranking developed in cooperation with its international partners .
Located in Southeast Asia, Singapore is a bustling metropolis and home to one of the busiest ports in the world. As one of Asia's four economic tigers, the country has experienced impressive growth in recent years thanks to efficient production and manufacturing processes and innovations in the pharmaceutical and electronics industries. High GDP per capita and low unemployment make Singapore one of the wealthiest countries in the world.
Hong Kong Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China. While Hong Kong is often considered as a separate entity from China, it is not a country and therefore enters all lists and rankings under the name of China. China takes 26th place among best countries to invest in and 20th place among best countries in general.
Hong Kong’s legal system is characterised by the strict adherence to principles and the rule of law. It operates a free trade economic system and promotes minimal government interference in most sections of the economy. This reflects on the small number of tariffs and duties on traded goods and therefore it is a better place for investments than other parts of China. Foreign investments are attracted by promoting a favourable investment climate with low taxes, few restrictions and additional incentives to encourage investments. Corporate profits tax rate is 16.5% with a possibility to waive 75% of the tax. There is no tax levied on dividends. Company incorporation is a simple and fast-forward process. All applications for company incorporation also include an application for the business registry. The application can be submitted online and the processing generally takes one hour (as opposed to four days if the application is submitted in hard copy).
Due to its impressive growth and increasing immigration, Singapore attracts the best professionals to its workforce. The country offers cultural diversity and, with four official languages, is an important gateway for international trade. The corporate tax rate is 17%, but it can be reduced by taking advantage of numerous government subsidies, incentives, and other programs. Singapore's legal system is known for its integrity, efficiency and fairness, making the country better than many as a place to start and operate a business. The World Bank Group has recognized Singapore's political and regulatory environment as the most business-friendly in the world. Other factors: Least Corrupt Country in Asia; Best IP protection in Asia; Most popular country for arbitration in Asia.
United Arab Emirates The United Arab Emirates or UAE is listed as the 22nd best country in the world and is not mentioned among the best countries for investment according to the above ranking.
Before the discovery of oil in the mid-20th century, the UAE's economy was mainly based on fishing and the pearling industry. The country experienced rapid growth and general transformation along with the start of oil exports in the 1960s. Today the country's GDP can be compared to that of leading European countries and the World Economic Forum has named the UAE the most competitive place in the Arab world.
When incorporating a company in the United Arab Emirates, foreign investors can choose between offshore or onshore registration, whichever is more suitable for the type of company and the activities planned. Onshore registration means that the investor establishes a business presence on the UAE mainland. Offshore registration usually refers to a business presence in one of the UAE's free trade zones. The UAE does not levy corporate income tax at the federal level. However, most Emirates have some corporate income taxation and can even reach 55% for certain industries. In practice, corporate income tax is mainly levied on gas and oil companies and branches of foreign banks. Other factors: The UAE is among the most liberal places in the Gulf with a legal system that allows freedom of religion; No sales tax or VAT but with plans to introduce it in the future; In addition to traditional banking, Islamic (or Sharia-compliant) banking has seen tremendous growth in recent times.
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Major industries in the country are tourism, petroleum transshipment facilities, banking. 7.3% of population in the country are unemployed. The total number of unemployed people in Aruba is 7,714. Aruba produces 980 GW/h of electricity each year. Aruba emits 23.9 metric tons per capita of CO₂. On average, you would pay 1.12 USD for one liter of gasoline in Aruba. One liter of diesel would cost 1.2 USD.
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The development of telecommunications and economic globalization have made it possible for interested investors to set up companies all over the world. With proper research, financial investment and legal backing, business ventures can be safely incorporated in almost any country in the world. Building an international business used to be a complicated entrepreneurial venture, but today it is commonplace with the help of experienced legal and business advisors.
The advantages of founding a company abroad are as numerous as they are obvious. Many countries offer specific locational advantages, ranging from natural resources and well-established infrastructure to beneficial laws and regulations that encourage growth in a particular industry. Likewise, it can be difficult to start a business or an acquisition in your own country due to adverse situations: political or regulatory environment, lack of resources and more. In this situation, it makes sense to consider an overseas option that offers greater opportunities for growth, development, and success.
Company registration in the Republic of the Congo When setting up a business in the Republic of the Congo, an interested investor must conduct due diligence on legal procedures, international regulations and sufficient investment for success. It is crucial to understand cultural, social and political factors that influence starting and growing one's business. Failure to do so may result in unintended consequences. Poorly researched and toneless international launches often end in disaster as time, money and energy is wasted due to poor planning.
Legal Documents Every country in the world presents its own intricate challenges when it comes to starting, developing and maintaining a business. Owners, financiers and investors must make these commitments with the support of a knowledgeable and experienced legal team. Only someone with in-depth knowledge of local and international corporate law will be able to set up an overseas business while avoiding the pitfalls that plague many new businesses.
Additionally, smart business people can consider ways to invest in foreign companies without actually starting their own businesses. In these situations, it is still beneficial for the investor to partner with a knowledgeable global economics and litigation advisor. International investments create a truly diverse portfolio that offers growth opportunities that were unthinkable decades ago.
Potential investors, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs should consider the existing infrastructure in the Republic of the Congo when planning to start a new business. While extensive infrastructure and systems can help make the process of starting a business a smooth one, it could also represent market saturation and reduced growth potential. On the other hand, a lack of infrastructure is often a major obstacle to growth; However, the lack of infrastructure points to a clear market opening for a creative and efficient new business.
Bank account opening in the Republic of the Congo In connection with the formation of a company, it is necessary to open one or more bank accounts in the Republic of the Congo. Confidus Solutions offers the ability to open a bank account in over twenty jurisdictions, making it easy for you to avoid challenging language barriers or bureaucratic hassles.
Virtual office in the Republic of the Congo Since a registered address is a necessity for international business, Confidus Solutions enables foreign investors to set up a virtual office in the Republic of the Congo. This address allows international entrepreneurs to accept mail, arrange for shipping and set up a registered bank account in their country of business.
Tax regulations If you are in the process of researching a company formation in the Republic of the Congo, consult a lawyer or consultant with extensive experience in the area you are considering. This advisor can help you with everything from laws and tax structures to local helpers. You need to consider every aspect from the local office to your highest organizational structure; Make sure you recruit the best possible mentors as you embark on this exciting but challenging process.
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Many jurisdictions, eg. B. Singapore, especially those that offer special tax planning incentives, require foreign companies to hire local staff in order to receive the above benefits. In addition, in jurisdictions such as Latvia, low-cost skilled labor is listed as one of the key benefits of registering a business in that country, making hiring local staff an integral part of the incorporation strategy. These are the main reasons why local recruitment services are essential for any business planning to relocate to a foreign jurisdiction.
Selection of highly qualified managers Sometimes local directors and shareholders are required by law to set up companies with additional tax benefits, or simply register a company in a country with a favorable tax regime. Generally, to qualify as a resident, in order to become an employee of a start-up company, a person must either be a citizen of that jurisdiction or have a residence permit: temporary, permanent or special, such as Singapore's EntrePass. In addition, an interested person may not be eligible to hold the position of director if he has a criminal record or is bankrupt at the time of registration of the company.
Appointment of a company secretary Another officer who is often required to set up a company and must be a resident of the area is the company secretary. In this regard, there are two most common situations: The Secretary may or may not be the sole director of the company. If he/she can, the company only needs one local manager who acts as director and secretary. If he/she is unable to act in this way, the Company has the option of either hiring two LN employees or hiring one LN employee as a director and secretary and then hiring another director (resident or non-resident).
The requirements for the directors of a newly formed company can vary greatly depending on the jurisdiction, and at the same time, without them, the corporation cannot be registered. We strongly encourage you to contact Confidus Solutions for local recruitment and consulting services as our worldwide network of partners allows us to meet the needs of the most common jurisdictions.
Employee Local recruitment is relevant not only for the statutory hiring of managers, but also for the hiring of local workers. Depending on the jurisdiction, local employees may provide the following benefits:
better knowledge of the local market and business culture a higher average level of education compared to the company's original jurisdiction reduction in personnel management costs In addition to these benefits, which are directly related to the quality of the human resources themselves, there may be indirect benefits depending on the jurisdiction. Hiring local staff can be used as part of residency investment programs, forcing foreign investors to create new jobs in the local market.
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