Jersey

Jersey

Jersey is the largest island of the Channel Islands. It is located off the coast of Normandy and is a British Crown Dependency.

Jersey is not part of the UK or the European Union, but in both cases it has close relationships.

The official languages are English and French, however, the local language, Jèrriais, is also widely recognized. Jersey is an Independent state with its own fiscal, administrative and legal systems.

Low taxes make it very attractive for offshore banking.

Key Corporate Features

General
Basis of Legal System Common
Type of Company Ltd
Tax on Offshore Profits 0%
Redomiciliation Permitted Yes
Time to Form up to 14 days

Corporate Requirements

Minimum Shareholders 1
Minimum Directors 1
Corporate Administration
Corporate Directors Permitted Yes

Local Requirements

Registered Office/Agent Yes
Company Secretary No
Director No
Meetings No

Public Filings

Directors No
Shareholders Yes
Beneficial Owners Yes

Annual Filing Requirements

Annual Return Yes
Audited Accounts No