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From first call to fully operational. No guesswork.

A transparent, repeatable process refined across 500+ structures. You'll know exactly what happens, when it happens, and what it costs before you commit. Most clients spend 3–5 hours across the entire engagement.

6–12 weeks Fixed pricing 3–5 hrs your time
Book free strategy session
Typical timeline
6–12 wksFrom kickoff to fully operational
Banking partners
40+Across 5 jurisdictions
Your time commitment
3–5 hrsWe handle 95% of the work
Structures completed
200+Across 14 countries served
The process

Five phases. One clear outcome.

Every engagement follows the same proven framework, whether you need a single Singapore entity or a three-jurisdiction global structure. The phases overlap intentionally. Banking starts before formation completes. We don't run steps in a queue.

01
Assessment

Free 90-minute session. We map your business model, tax exposure, family situation, and goals. You get honest advice on whether structuring makes sense and which jurisdictions fit.

Week 1
02
Strategy

Written proposal with the complete structure design, banking plan, residency path, and fixed price. No hidden costs. You review it, ask questions, and decide. No pressure.

Week 1–2
03
Formation

We handle all incorporation, documents, filings, and KYC. Banking applications go in simultaneously with entity registration. You sign digitally. We do the rest.

Weeks 2–6
04
Go live

Bank accounts activated, payment infrastructure set up, compliance calendar delivered. Your structure is live and operational. You can invoice and receive money from day one.

Weeks 6–8
05
Ongoing

Annual filings, renewals, compliance monitoring, and regulatory updates handled by our team. Partner network introductions included. One point of contact for every jurisdiction.

Year-round
Phase 1 · Week 1
Assessment and strategy

Before anything gets filed, we make sure the structure is right. This is where most providers skip steps, and where most problems start.

Free initial consultation

A 15–30 minute call to understand your situation. No pitch. No sales pressure. We listen first, then tell you honestly whether international structuring makes sense for you and what it would actually save.

Business and tax analysis

We map your revenue sources, current tax residency, ownership structure, growth goals, and risk profile. This determines which jurisdictions and entity types serve your specific situation, not a generic template.

Written proposal with fixed pricing

You receive a written proposal with the complete structure design, banking strategy, residency path if applicable, timeline, and a fixed price. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices six months later.

Phase 2 · Weeks 2–6
Formation and setup

Once you approve the proposal, we handle everything. You sign documents. We handle incorporation, banking, residency, and compliance infrastructure simultaneously.

Document preparation

All incorporation documents, memorandums, articles, resolutions, and KYC packages prepared. You review and sign digitally. No notary visits unless strictly required by the jurisdiction.

Entity incorporation

Singapore Pte Ltd, Panama S.A. or PIF, UAE freezone LLC. Each filed through direct relationships with local authorities. Parallel processing compresses a 6-month process into 6 weeks.

Banking applications

Submitted in parallel with formation, not after. We prepare documentation to each bank's specific format and maintain the relationship manager relationship throughout.

Residency and visa processing

If your package includes residency, visa applications are filed alongside entity formation. Panama Friendly Nations, UAE Golden Visa, or Singapore EntrePass, processed concurrently to save time.

Compliance infrastructure

Registered agent, corporate secretary, ACRA filings (Singapore), DLD registrations (UAE), SBF submissions (Panama). All compliance obligations set up from day one, not retrofitted later.

Parallel processing

Everything runs simultaneously. While Singapore incorporates, Panama documents are filed and UAE banking is underway. This is how we hit the 6-week target for dual-jurisdiction structures.

Phase 3 · Weeks 6–8 and beyond
Go live and ongoing management

Your structure is operational. Money flows. Now we make sure it stays compliant and keeps working year after year without you managing it.

Bank accounts activated

Online banking credentials delivered. Multi-currency accounts set up. You can send and receive payments internationally from day one of going live. No operational gap.

Compliance calendar

Every filing deadline, renewal date, and reporting obligation across all your jurisdictions in a single calendar. We send reminders. You don't need to track any of it yourself.

Annual management

Annual filings, corporate renewals, license renewals, tax returns, and economic substance reporting handled by our team. You focus on running your business. We handle the administration.

You handle the decisions. We handle everything else. Most clients spend 3–5 hours across the entire process.

That includes the first call, document review and signing, the banking KYC video call, and final approval. Everything else is us.

Division of work

Your role vs ours.

International structuring sounds complex. In practice, your involvement is minimal. Here's the split.

What you do

  • Join a 90-minute strategy call
  • Provide passport copy and proof of address
  • Review and approve the structure proposal
  • Sign documents digitally (we prepare everything)
  • Complete a brief video call for banking KYC
  • Visit the jurisdiction for visa stamping, if relocating (1–2 trips)

Total time: 3–5 hours across the entire process.

What we do

  • Full business analysis and jurisdiction recommendation
  • Structure design and entity type selection
  • All document preparation and filing
  • Entity incorporation in every jurisdiction
  • Corporate banking applications and relationship management
  • Residency and visa processing, end-to-end
  • Registered agent, corporate secretary, compliance setup
  • Payment infrastructure and multi-currency configuration
  • Compliance calendar and ongoing annual filings
  • Partner network introductions: lawyers, accountants, custodians
Recent engagements

How it played out for others.

Three recent clients, three different starting points, same process. All details anonymized.

Case 01 · Czech Republic

E-commerce founder, EUR 3.2M revenue, UAE freezone

Running a 7-figure e-commerce business through a Czech s.r.o., paying 45%+ effective tax rate. The business was fully location-independent. Week 1: strategy session, structure designed. Weeks 2–6: UAE freezone company formed, IFZA license issued, Emirates NBD banking application filed. Week 7: bank account live. Annual tax saving: EUR 380K on current revenue.

Structure UAE FZCO (IFZA)Timeline 7 weeksAnnual saving EUR 380KPlan Starter
Case 02 · Poland

Software agency, EUR 1.8M, UAE and Singapore dual structure

Polish software agency with international clients across EU and APAC. Needed Singapore for credibility with enterprise buyers, UAE for personal relocation and tax residency. Dual-Track plan. Singapore Pte Ltd incorporated in week 3, UAE freezone company in parallel, DBS banking live week 6, Mashreq account week 8. Both entities operational before the Polish tax year ended.

Structure Singapore Pte Ltd + UAE FZCOTimeline 8 weeksPlan Dual-Track
Case 03 · Germany

Crypto investor, EUR 4M portfolio, UAE residency and VASP structure

German crypto investor with a EUR 4M mixed portfolio, facing DAC8 reporting and 45% income tax on short-term gains. UAE freezone company for crypto operations, Golden Visa through AED 2M property purchase, UAE Tax Residency Certificate after 183 days. Exit tax planned with German tax advisor before departure. Result: 0% on all future capital gains.

Structure UAE FZCO + Golden VisaTimeline 10 weeks inc. propertyPlan Fortress
FAQ

Process questions answered.

Five things we hear in almost every first call.

01

Do I need to travel to any of these countries?

For most structures, no. Singapore and Panama can be set up entirely remotely. UAE requires a brief visit (2–3 days) for Emirates ID and bank account activation, but we coordinate everything so you arrive, sign, and leave. If you're relocating to Panama, you'll need to visit for residency processing, and we handle all appointments and logistics on the ground.

02

What documents do I need to provide?

The basics: a valid passport, proof of address (utility bill or bank statement less than 3 months old), and a brief description of your business activities. For banking KYC, you may also need a CV or professional profile and source-of-funds documentation. We provide a complete checklist tailored to your specific structure. Most clients have everything ready within 48 hours of receiving it.

03

Can I keep my current company while setting this up?

Yes. Many clients maintain their existing EU companies while building an international structure in parallel. The key is proper sequencing: we design the transition so your current operations continue uninterrupted while the new structure comes online. Your strategy session will cover exactly how this works for your situation, including tax residency transition planning.

04

How long does it actually take?

Singapore only: 3–4 weeks. Single-jurisdiction (Starter): 4–6 weeks. Dual-Track: 6–8 weeks. Fortress (with holding structure): 8–12 weeks. Global (three jurisdictions): 10–14 weeks. These assume standard processing. UAE banking can occasionally extend timelines. We give you a precise estimate in your proposal, not a range designed to under-promise.

05

Is this legal?

Every structure we build is fully compliant with international tax law, CRS reporting obligations, and DAC6 disclosure requirements. We don't create shell companies or nominee arrangements designed to hide beneficial ownership. Our structures work because they have genuine economic substance, real operations, and proper reporting. We always recommend working with a tax advisor in your home country during the transition.

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