
A nominee director can be appointed on behalf of an interested party. He/she acts as company director but in a passive role.
A nominee shareholder holds the legal title to the shares in a company on behalf of the beneficiary owner. He/she has no claim over the shares but his/her credentials appear for official registration purposes.
A check carried out by a notary and a certification granted by the government (where your company shall be based) that your documents are authentic. Mandatory if you are opening an offshore bank account
If you have opted for a Nominee Director, a Power of Attorney may be appointed to take decisions on behalf of the company
Usually, Latvia company formation fees do not include a VAT number. Maybe professional service providers charge an additional fee to handle the VAT registration process with the State Revenue Service.
The registration fees are the same, but professional fees for holding structures are higher because they require specialized Articles of Association to optimize dividend flows.
For crypto, gambling, or fintech, the government doesn't charge more, but legal and compliance fees vary due to rigorous Anti-Money Laundering or Know Your Customer requirements.
Yes, to change a board member or the registered office, you have to pay a separate fee.
Liquidation is more expensive than the Latvia company formation fees. A voluntary liquidation takes 6+ months, and the cost usually depends on legal and publication fees. For more details, contact a business expert.
You may choose to open an offshore company and bank account in a jurisdiction of your choice. However, you have no obligation to select a bank from the abovementioned list and may opt for another bank of your choice. BSW is not proposing any banking services; we are proposing an introduction service that includes preparing the application form and business plan and submitting both files to the bank. Accepting the same is at the sole discretion of the bank authorities.
Bank account opening applications are subject to mandatory due diligence by the bank and clauses under national and international (FATF) standards, mainly to prevent money laundering. The content on this page must not be interpreted as a proposition to waive any due diligence or adherence to standards.