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Business Incorporation Services

Start your business on the right path. Jumpstart your venture with BrightPath Caribbean’s company incorporation services.

Let the Experts Handle Your Incorporation

There are countless Do-It-Yourself incorporation articles online, but nothing beats the expertise of a seasoned company that knows the Caribbean life and business climate.

BrightPath is your business consultant in the Caribbean that’ll run through your incorporation process with a fine-toothed comb. You’ll avoid pitfalls that may cost you money in the long run. All paperwork and work permits are accurate and complete. Plus, you enjoy fast turnarounds and start a business in the Caribbean quickly; we’ll exert every effort to meet your timeline.

More importantly, you get to focus on the more important thing — a new entrepreneurial chapter in the land of sun, sand, and sea.

Start Your Business in the Caribbean Islands

BrightPath Caribbean manages and oversees the formation of starting new businesses in the Caribbean in various territories. Our company incorporation services cover:

Our services regarding company incorporation in the Caribbean ensure you start a business in the Caribbean on the right legal footing.

Business License

You’ll receive reliable advice about the right business license and work permits for your venture, depending on the territory, you want to establish your company on, the nature of your company, and so on.

Name Search, Trade Name Registration, and Registered Trademark Services

Trust BrightPath Caribbean to help you find the perfect name for your business. Our team will check databases not easily accessible to determine if the name you want is available. If it’s not, we will work with you to come up with a new one. Let us help you set your business up for success in Sint Maarten or any other Caribbean island. Choose BrightPath Caribbean for expert assistance with choosing a business name.

Preparation and Filing of the Articles of Incorporation

All necessary paperwork and work permits will be completed and submitted for processing on your behalf. Our specialists ensure your documents are complete and error-free to minimize delays when starting your business in the Caribbean.

Registered Office Address

By law, your business is required to have a physical address for the company formation. Our registered address service comes in handy when you are either starting a company or have a business that doesn’t necessarily have a physical office space such as a services professional. By keeping your company registered under our address, you let our team receive and handle accordingly to your instructions all mail communications.

 

Choose BrightPath Caribbean for a smooth incorporation process.

Let BrightPath Caribbean handle your incorporation process and avoid potential pitfalls. Our team of experts has extensive knowledge of the Caribbean business climate and will ensure all paperwork and work permits are accurate and complete. With our assistance, you can focus on starting your new business in the Caribbean and leave the details to us.

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Business Incorporation

St. Maarten 

Once you have decided to start the process, our corporate services team can assist and guide you throughout the process from the beginning. From the name search to the incorporation, and licensing request. Depending on the type of business BrightPath can arrange the inspections, open your business bank account, and our real estate affiliate can help you find the perfect location.  

Starting a business in Sint Maarten is an excellent opportunity for anyone who wants to create a venture while living life to the fullest. You must do your research and plan before starting your project.  

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Private Fund Foundation

St. Maarten 

Every day a good number of real estate transactions happen in Sint Maarten, and do you know what most big investments have in common? A Private Fund Foundation protecting the asset.

A Private Fund Foundation (PFF), known in Dutch as Stichting Particulier Fonds” (SPF), is a legal entity protecting assetsinvestments, or fundsForeigners can create and fully participate in a PFF. With no members or shareholders. 

A PFF is formed (incorporated) by the execution of a written legal document (Foundation Deed) in front of a local civil law notary. The deed is similar to a corporate articles of incorporation as it details the purposes, objectives, initial assets, and operations of the foundation. 

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Incorporating in Sint Maarten

Do I need a B.V. or an N.V.?

Public Limited Liability and Private Limited Liability Companies are very similar. Tax law and tariff apply in the same way, and which entity you choose is not relevant to the core business. Company calling times for shareholder’s meetings are slightly different, as well as audit compliance and voting rights. Click HERE to learn more about what company structure suits your business needs. 

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Take the First Step Towards
Your New Life in the Caribbean

Reliable

We have nearly a decade of experience in delivering business incorporation services in the Caribbean.

Full Transparency

Our Caribbean company incorporation consultants will guide you through the business start-up process.

Expertise

Apart from business incorporation, we are also well-versed in immigration and banking needs.

Meet Our Team

The experts at BrightPath Caribbean are dedicated to helping your investment in Caribbean territories start smoothly. With years of experience assisting businesses with incorporation, we have honed our process to make it quick, easy, and transparent from start to finish.

But that’s not all we offer. In addition to incorporation services, we also provide consultation for immigration, investment, and retirement planning. This allows us to provide a comprehensive suite of services that covers all aspects of living and thriving in the Caribbean.

Our team is knowledgeable about the Caribbean business climate and has the expertise to help you avoid potential pitfalls. We will ensure that all paperwork and work permits are accurate and complete, allowing you to focus on starting your new business. We promise fast turnaround times and will do our best to meet your timeline.

Choose BrightPath Caribbean for a smooth and stress-free incorporation process. With our help, you can confidently embark on your new entrepreneurial chapter in the land of sun, sand, and sea.

Vivian Chamas

General Manager, Caribbean Region

Nuris Edwards

Manager, Immigration Services

Daniela Tineo

Marketing Manager

Kema Daal

Corporate Services

Alejandro Vicioso

Financial Comptroller

Nowayne Ashman

Immigration Services Support

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FAQ

According to the World Bank, the Caribbean possesses significant economic potential and growth opportunities. It’s one of the world’s top tourist destinations. In fact, many small territories were enjoying a positive growth rate prior to the pandemic.

Once the pandemic recedes and the tourism industry recovers, the Caribbean will be a wonderful (and lucrative) place to start a business.

Our team will walk you through the requirements for incorporating a business in the Caribbean region. While requirements may vary per location, the most common ones are:

  • A clear, certified true copy of your current passport
  • A clear, certified true copy of another government-issued ID
  • A clear, certified true copy of your police record or background check no more than 6 months old
  • Description of income sources (e.g., entrepreneurship, employment, or inheritance)
  • Clear and certified true copies of at least two proofs of your residential address. This may include utility bills, credit card statements, recent bank statements that are no more than 3 months old

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Real Estate

Because relocation always means property search, we work closely together with our affiliate BrightFuture Realty for your housing needs. Whether it is for an employee arriving in the country for long-term, work or for persons retiring, ready to relax and live their golden years in the Caribbean.

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Retirement Services

Retirement overseas can be made simple and safe with our extensive experience in relocating individuals where they can enjoy the fruits of their labor.

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Business Banking Services

There’s a vast network of regional and international, and commercial banks throughout the Caribbean. Experts at BrightPath Banking Relationships can help safeguard money and time by directing clients to the right financial institutions.

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Business Incorporation Services

Using deep knowledge of Caribbean laws and business licensing processes, our experienced consultants provide support with investments and setting up businesses.

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Immigration Services

With reliable and trustworthy immigration services, we aim to help our clients move with effective communication.

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