Curacao
Company registration
An optimal corporate structure for iGaming projects and international holding activities
Registration timeframe 10 days
Full set of documents
Fully remote
Curacao
Company registration
An optimal corporate structure for iGaming projects and international holding activities
Registration timeframe 10 days
Full set of documents
Fully remote
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Advantages of a Curacao company
For gambling business
Opportunity to obtain an online casino license
Taxes
Low corporate tax from 0% to 22%
Data protection
Owner information is not published in the register
No currency control
Free international transfers in any currency
Choose your plan
Incorporation
✔ Company name check
✔ Preparation of documents:
✔ Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Company registration documents
in digital form
_________________________________________
Legal address
✔ Registered legal address in Curaçao
for 1 year
✔ Appointment of a Registered Local Representative
✔ Receipt and forwarding of legal correspondence
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of the document package for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account
✔ Company name check
✔ Preparation of documents:
- Deed of Incorporation
- Articles of Association
✔ Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Company registration documents
in digital form
_________________________________________
Legal address
✔ Registered legal address in Curaçao
for 1 year
✔ Appointment of a Registered Local Representative
✔ Receipt and forwarding of legal correspondence
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of the document package for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account
Incorporation
✔ Company name check
✔ Preparation of documents:
✔ Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Company registration documents
in digital form
_________________________________________
Legal address
✔ Registered legal address in Curaçao
for 1 year
✔ Appointment of a Registered Local Representative
✔ Receipt and forwarding of legal correspondence
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of the document package for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account
✔ Company name check
✔ Preparation of documents:
- Deed of Incorporation
- Articles of Association
✔ Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Company registration documents
in digital form
_________________________________________
Legal address
✔ Registered legal address in Curaçao
for 1 year
✔ Appointment of a Registered Local Representative
✔ Receipt and forwarding of legal correspondence
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of the document package for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account
Incorporation
✔ Company name check
✔ Preparation of documents:
✔ Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Company registration documents
in digital form
_________________________________________
Legal address
✔ Registered legal address in Curaçao
for 1 year
✔ Appointment of a Registered Local Representative
✔ Receipt and forwarding of legal correspondence
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of the document package for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account
✔ Company name check
✔ Preparation of documents:
- Deed of Incorporation
- Articles of Association
✔ Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Company registration documents
in digital form
_________________________________________
Legal address
✔ Registered legal address in Curaçao
for 1 year
✔ Appointment of a Registered Local Representative
✔ Receipt and forwarding of legal correspondence
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of the document package for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account
Jurisdiction overview: Curacao
Curacao is an autonomous jurisdiction within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, offering a stable legal framework, a well-developed financial infrastructure, and a strong international reputation. Company formation in Curaçao is widely used for international business, IT projects, iGaming, fintech, online services, as well as trading and holding structures focused on foreign markets.
The jurisdiction combines European legal standards, transparent corporate regulation, and flexible tax regimes, making Curaçao an attractive solution for companies seeking to operate in a compliant and well-regulated environment. Unlike traditional offshore jurisdictions, Curaçao is increasingly positioned as a mid-tax / onshore-oriented jurisdiction, allowing for lawful tax optimization when a proper corporate structure and substance requirements are in place.
Curaçao’s corporate law is based on the Dutch legal system, ensuring a high level of regulatory predictability, strong shareholder protection, and credibility with international banks, payment institutions, and counterparties. Companies registered in Curaçao can be used both for operational activities and for structuring regulated sectors, including gaming and financial services.
Company registration in Curaçao allows 100% foreign ownership, does not require the physical presence of shareholders or founders, and supports remote management of business operations. With a properly designed corporate and tax structure, Curaçao serves as an efficient and reliable platform for scaling international projects and maintaining long-term operations across global markets.
The jurisdiction combines European legal standards, transparent corporate regulation, and flexible tax regimes, making Curaçao an attractive solution for companies seeking to operate in a compliant and well-regulated environment. Unlike traditional offshore jurisdictions, Curaçao is increasingly positioned as a mid-tax / onshore-oriented jurisdiction, allowing for lawful tax optimization when a proper corporate structure and substance requirements are in place.
Curaçao’s corporate law is based on the Dutch legal system, ensuring a high level of regulatory predictability, strong shareholder protection, and credibility with international banks, payment institutions, and counterparties. Companies registered in Curaçao can be used both for operational activities and for structuring regulated sectors, including gaming and financial services.
Company registration in Curaçao allows 100% foreign ownership, does not require the physical presence of shareholders or founders, and supports remote management of business operations. With a properly designed corporate and tax structure, Curaçao serves as an efficient and reliable platform for scaling international projects and maintaining long-term operations across global markets.
- Legal system: Civil law based on the Dutch legal framework (Dutch Civil Law), providing a high level of legal protection for businesses.
- Jurisdiction status: An autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands (not part of the EU, but maintaining strong institutional and economic ties with the EU).
- Currency: Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG), pegged to the US dollar; USD is widely used in commercial transactions.
- Foreign ownership: 100% foreign ownership by non-residents is permitted.
- Currency control: No currency exchange controls for international transactions.
- Regulators:
- Chamber of Commerce & Industry Curaçao (commercial registry)
- Tax and Customs Administration Curaçao
- Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten (CBCS) – regulator for financial institutions and licensed activities
Available Company Types
- Private Limited Liability Company (BV) – the most common structure for international business operations.
- Public Limited Company (NV) – typically used for large corporate structures.
- Branch / Subsidiary – suitable for foreign holding companies.
- E-Zone Company – designed for export-oriented and international business activities.
- Individuals and legal entities from any jurisdiction.
- Minimum requirement:
- 1 shareholder
- 1 director (residency is not always mandatory but may be required to meet substance requirements).
- Registered legal address in Curaçao.
- Appointment of a local registered agent.
- Completion of KYC / AML procedures.
- Share capital: no minimum paid-up capital requirement (declared but not mandatory to deposit).
Curaçao offers a moderate but flexible tax system that allows lawful tax optimization when substance requirements are met and income is properly classified.
Corporate Income Tax
Reporting and Compliance in Curaçao
Accounting and compliance obligations are mandatory, with requirements depending on the company type and applicable tax regime.
Corporate Income Tax
- Standard corporate tax rate: 22%.
- E-Zone (Export Zone): effective tax rate of approximately 2%, applicable to companies conducting business outside Curaçao (IT, SaaS, e-commerce, online services, international trade).
- Other preferential regimes may apply for investment activities or companies with sufficient economic presence.
- Dividend tax: withheld at source but may be reduced or optimized through proper structuring.
- Sales Tax / OB: applies to domestic transactions within Curaçao.
- Capital gains tax: not levied as a separate tax.
- CRS: Curaçao participates in the automatic exchange of tax information.
Reporting and Compliance in Curaçao
Accounting and compliance obligations are mandatory, with requirements depending on the company type and applicable tax regime.
- Accounting records: mandatory for all companies.
- Annual financial statements: must be filed with the tax authorities.
- Audit:
- required if statutory turnover or asset thresholds are exceeded;
- may be mandatory for licensed activities.
- Substance requirements: applicable for companies operating under preferential regimes (including E-Zone).
- Zero reporting: not permitted – financial reporting is required even in the absence of income.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before launching your business in Curacao
Yes, the jurisdiction is not considered a classic offshore. Office rental, hiring staff, obtaining licenses, and working with banks worldwide are all possible here.
The most commonly registered type is Besloten Vennootschap (BV) – the equivalent of an LLC. Funds, trusts, and licensed structures (e.g., gambling operators) are also available.
Yes, Curaçao is one of the oldest iGaming regulators. A license can be obtained for gambling operations, covering casinos, betting, lotteries, and other types of games.
Yes, if you plan to use the company as a tax resident of Curaçao and want to benefit from local incentives, it is necessary to appoint a resident managing director.
It is a special regime for export-oriented and IT companies that allows a preferential corporate tax rate of 2%, provided certain conditions are met (including physical presence in the territory and eligible activity).
How we work
Step-by-step process: from project briefing and bank pre-approval to company registration and account activation
Project brief
We define the project goals, select the appropriate jurisdiction and business structure, and analyse counterparties, currencies, expected turnover and bank requirements
Compliance assessment
We review the ownership structure, business profile and operational risks, and prepare the list of documents required for bank compliance
Bank pre-approval
We request preliminary confirmation from the bank based on your business profile and operations. The project proceeds after receiving pre-approval
Company registration
We complete the company registration and issue the full set of corporate documents required for business operations and banking procedures
Bank account setup
We assist with opening the bank account, setting up online banking access and, if necessary, help complete the first test transaction
Launch & ongoing support
We assist with additional tasks upon request, including licensing, accounting and reporting, registered address or office setup, and operational support
Project brief
We define the project goals, select the appropriate jurisdiction and business structure, and analyse counterparties, currencies, expected turnover and bank requirements
Compliance assessment
We review the ownership structure, business profile and operational risks, and prepare the list of documents required for bank compliance
Bank pre-approval
We request preliminary confirmation from the bank based on your business profile and operations. The project proceeds after receiving pre-approval
Company registration
We complete the company registration and issue the full set of corporate documents required for business operations and banking procedures
Bank account setup
We assist with opening the bank account, setting up online banking access and, if necessary, help complete the first test transaction
Launch & ongoing support
We assist with additional tasks upon request, including licensing, accounting and reporting, registered address or office setup, and operational support
What our clients say about Finextwin
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We registered our company in China with the help of Finextwin. Andrei provided detailed guidance and helped us choose the most suitable province for our business. They also assisted with opening corporate and tax accounts at Shenzhen Bank and helped us find an office to rent, as we plan to apply for VAT refunds.
Muhammadiso
Export Business Founder
Export Business Founder
Thanks to Finextwin for their professionalism. We registered a U.S. company for marketplace operations, and everything was done remotely. We've already entered the American market - all thanks to Finextwin's help.
Dmitry
E-commerce Business Owner
E-commerce Business Owner
I was referred to Finextwin by a colleague for urgent company registration in Singapore. From the first email to receiving all the documents, it took exactly two weeks. Everything was handled remotely with excellent support. Really impressed with their professionalism.
Leonid
IT Startup Founder
IT Startup Founder
What our clients say about Finextwin
- We registered our company in China with the help of Finextwin. Andrei provided detailed guidance and helped us choose the most suitable province for our business. They also assisted with opening corporate and tax accounts at Shenzhen Bank and helped us find an office to rent, as we plan to apply for VAT refunds.
Muhammadiso
Export Business Founder - Thanks to Finextwin for their professionalism. We registered a U.S. company for marketplace operations, and everything was done remotely. We've already entered the American market - all thanks to Finextwin's help.
Dmitry
E-commerce Business Owner - I was referred to Finextwin by a colleague for urgent company registration in Singapore. From the first email to receiving all the documents, it took exactly two weeks. Everything was handled remotely with excellent support. Really impressed with their professionalism.
Leonid
IT Startup Founder
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