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Registration of a company abroad

At present, registration of a company abroad has acquired particular relevance.

If you have a need to change the structure of your business, and you decide to open or acquire a ready-made company abroad, you need to decide on the country in which it will be registered. The choice of the country will depend on the goals that you set for yourself and your business. But in any case, registering a company abroad is a good solution for your business. Through competent tax planning, you can optimize the tax burden by moving your business to the zones of low-tax jurisdiction.

Open a company offshore, and you will gain experience of doing business in another country, additional income and respect of your colleagues.

Offshore business

Many domestic and foreign companies choose to own one or even several offshore companies. Such companies open offices and bank accounts in various countries of the world to conduct international trade.

Please note that offshore business is needed, first of all, to optimize tax policy, and not for tax evasion, as many people think. Tax evasion is an economic crime in any country. There are several ways to optimize taxation, for each of which it is necessary to determine the corresponding goals and objectives. When choosing offshore zones, many businessmen choose politically stable countries, while others are more attracted by the absence of taxation as such.

Many Russian companies that have a foreign company as their founders, as a rule, open their representative offices in Cyprus, the British or the Virgin Islands, form holdings. Holdings are very complex structures and anyone who wants to optimize their business in this way should clearly understand why they need it.

Offshore registration

If you decide to register an offshore company for the development of your own business or purchase a ready-made company in an offshore zone, then the first question (after choosing a country) that you will face is the issue of registering a company.

After passing the registration procedure for an offshore company, you will receive a package of necessary documents in your hands, which will be important for you because they make you the owner of your own offshore company!

Offshore registration is a simple procedure only if it is performed by experienced lawyers with practical experience in registering companies in offshore zones.

"AzimutBusinessConsulting" will help you confidentially and quickly with the registration of companies in offshore zones and in Europe, with the opening of bank accounts, with tax planning, with secretarial services and other services necessary for running a company.

Starting your own business- this always implies a lot of work, the application of all efforts and incredible efforts. In many ways, the successful opening of a business depends on how prepared you are for all the upcoming difficulties, and, unfortunately, there are a lot of them ...

But half of them can be avoided with a well-designed plan of all actions. All businessmen start their entrepreneurial activity with the preparation of a detailed and thoughtful business plan.

A business plan is all those points that need to be followed while moving towards success.

All the little things should be taken into account, and it is to the little things that you should pay special attention. Business is a very peculiar and tricky thing.

The success of a business can be disrupted by the smallest problem, which previously, it would seem, did not pose any threat to the successful prosperity of your business.

There are especially many such minor problems if you want to open your own business abroad. We have only one citizenship - Russian. But what if you want to, for example, in Germany, or America?

We do not have citizenship and registration, but it is still possible to open a case. In this article, we will look at how to open a business abroad without being a citizen of it.

Starting a business abroad primarily involves the purchase of commercial real estate. It should be noted that in many foreign countries commercial real estate is much cheaper than in Russia. Russian real estate, of course, is acceptable for the wallet, but it is gradually growing.

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This is due to the fact that the construction is mainly of residential premises, but there are practically no commercial premises. If we have set a goal for Germany, then it is worth negotiating with the German government.

A permission to buy real estate is not required, but to organize a business - this is all decided through the administration of the city where you want to do business. You need a visa, a passport, and identity documents, that is, a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation, certificates from banks, medical certificates. They also need a carefully prepared business plan that they can review upon request.

Having provided these documents, most likely, there will be an interview. You need to prepare for this, behave confidently, not worry, and answer all questions competently. It is advisable to know the language of the country in which you are located.

Success, of course, cannot be guaranteed one hundred percent. But now investments in foreign business are very supported, and young businessmen can try themselves in such a difficult business ...

Many Russians, thinking about their own business, see it abroad. In Russia, they say, there is bureaucracy, authorities, bribes - and there everything is fair, and small business is actively supported by states.

In part, this is true - but where and which business is more profitable to open or buy for a Russian, you should carefully study in advance.

Statistics do not and cannot exist: in which country of the world it is better to open your business to a foreigner - in each specific case it depends on your abilities, motivation, and the specifics of the business you are going to do. But you can single out a number of factors, the analysis of which will help you more or less to orient yourself before the very beginning.

What must first of all be realized by a person who wants to open his own business abroad? What you actually do: your prospective business. This is not about your business plans and practical investment calculations, but, in principle, about the action itself: you go abroad to open your own business. This means that you are not going there as a refugee, not as a labor migrant or an illegal. You are not going to take, but to give - to pay taxes, create jobs, develop the economy of the chosen country. All civilized prosperous countries will be glad to see you: in the same European Union, the share of small business in GDP is equal to 57%, in some individual countries - up to 80%. For comparison, in Russia this figure is kept at around 20% -25%.

What factors should you first of all pay attention to when choosing a country where you are going to open your business?

- stable political situation in the country. Probably, Europe and the United States will continue to lead in this indicator for a long time. However, here it is worth mentioning Australia, New Zealand, Canada - as quiet and peaceful countries, where it is quite possible to legally and fearlessly open any legal business.

- a low level of economic crime, in particular, transparent and comfortable methods of doing business and respect for property rights. The lowest economic crime rates are found in Japan, Hong Kong and the Netherlands, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers' World Economic Crime Survey.

- absence of legal obstacles for a foreigner to do business. The European Union, respecting small business, supports foreign entrepreneurs by facilitating in every possible way the bureaucratic processes of registering a business by a foreigner. First of all, among the countries most open to foreign entrepreneurs are Germany, France and Spain. In Germany, by the way, small business provides up to 80% of jobs, which indicates a high interest of the state in individual entrepreneurs. Again, quite recently it became known about the upcoming step-by-step abolition of visas between Russia and the European Union, which will greatly facilitate the task of Russian entrepreneurs at the initial stage. On the other hand, to open your own business in the United States, you do not need a visa or a residence permit in this country at all: business registration takes place online, and an entrepreneur does not need to be in the United States.

- favorable tax legislation and banking conditions.
Taxes are an extremely important factor both for your business abroad and for the attitude of the state in which you plan to open your business. When deciding on this step, you should carefully study the tax legislation of the selected country and the details regarding your field of activity - tax evasion in Europe, like in the United States, is tightly controlled. But loans for starting a small business, on the contrary, are readily issued for good projects.

- cultural factor: knowledge of the language, proximity of cultural traditions. This, at first glance, not a very important factor can ultimately have a significant impact on the success of your company abroad. For example, an entrepreneur who decides to start his own business in highly developed Japan must be prepared for the fact that Japanese society is traditionally very isolated and monolithic: it is almost impossible for a European, including a Russian, to become “their own” there. It's a different matter with Europe, where the amount that you contribute to the economy of this or that country will come to the fore. And Europe is definitely no stranger to foreigners.

- the presence of former compatriots, to whom, at least hypothetically, you can turn to optimize your business or in case of force majeure. It is high time to remember that from 2003 to 2008 most of the Russians emigrated to countries such as the USA (85,748 people) Germany (53,338) Canada (20,015) Greece (9,940) Spain (7,080). Large Russian diasporas (not counting the post-Soviet countries) exist in the United States (over 3 million people), Israel (over 1 million), Canada (over 500 thousand), Brazil (200 thousand) and Germany (about 200 thousand).

At first glance, European countries best meet these criteria. But Europe has one significant drawback: it is small, and there are many people living in it: the total population of the 27 EU member states is more than 500 million people, the third largest in the world. And business is widely developed there: one must be prepared for the fact that the West will have to act in conditions of fierce competition, high prices for energy and labor, which is not the case in other regions of the world.

In addition, due to the euro crisis and the increasing talk about the collapse of the eurozone, it is worth weighing everything up again. The same is true for the United States, about which global financial analysts are not at all optimistic. What remains? The Australian and Latin American regions are far away, unknown, scary. But if you have already decided to try your luck abroad, then it may be worth trying - and the Business Times will regularly tell you about the peculiarities of business in this or that part of the world in the following articles in this column.

Many aspiring entrepreneurs are interested in how to start a business abroad. And this is not surprising - in the CIS countries, including Russia, working conditions for businessmen are far from ideal. State control, minimal government support and quasi-taxes make one think about opening an enterprise in more developed countries - Europe or the United States. This is a free market, and minimal restrictions, and profitable lending opportunities for start-up entrepreneurs.

How to start a business abroad

To organize a business abroad, you must first of all study the legislation of the state in which you are going to conquer new horizons.

Business immigration is the process of moving to a country by opening an enterprise on its territory. To apply for a business visa, you need to carefully prepare: study the country, its laws and requirements for entrepreneurs. The moving process consists of several stages.

Country selection

This is a key step. Further actions will depend on the choice of the state. Each country has its own laws and conditions for starting a business. In addition, there are trade peculiarities and permitted types of firms everywhere.

The best options remain the developed countries of the European Union and the United States. You can open a business in Africa and South America, but the low percentage of GDP and GNP in them speaks for itself.

The larger the GDP, the higher the purchasing power, the better the authorities help start-up entrepreneurs.

• Germany. Developed network of small family businesses. Favorable lending conditions: for 2 years the loan is not repaid, for 8 years the loan is at a minimum interest rate (4–5%). 51% of the state's financial investments are small business development.
• Austria. 80% of immigrants open a chain of cafes and restaurants. Average annual earnings from a small business - from 700 thousand euros per year. Progressive taxation: profits from small firms are higher than from medium or large firms (after taxes).
• Canada. For enterprises with a turnover of more than 200 thousand dollars, the tax rate rises to 44% (less - 22%). There are no requirements for the authorized capital.
• Hong Kong. Simple company registration procedure. Complete absence of taxes if business is conducted outside the country. There is only one income tax and it is low at 16.5%. A good country for cooperation with China.
• USA. The world's highest GDP. In big business there is tough and big competition, but small business is always open to new participants. Low corruption. A whole financial program of state support.

Any developed country is suitable for medium-sized businesses. It should be borne in mind that in Europe and the United States there are progressive taxes (growing with the number of profits). It is necessary to compare the percentage of income tax and VAT in order to understand which business is more profitable to do - small or medium.

Starting a business abroad will not work without a personal visit to the country.

For big business:

• Switzerland. The "financial heart" of the European Union. Reliable financial system. Low taxes: 8-19% for residents. Two types of companies (joint stock company and limited liability company), ease of registration.
• New Zealand. Accelerated economic growth: GDP grows by 3.5% annually. Minimal bureaucracy and corruption. Rapid development and privatization of state-owned industries. Low income tax - 13%.
• Ireland. There are free economic zones. Authorized capital in the range of 2.8-3.4 thousand dollars. Low income tax - 10%.
• Sweden. Government support for business is 20 thousand euros. Minimal bureaucracy. Small business tax is 25%, but you do not have to pay taxes for income over 1 million euros per year.
• Netherlands. Coffee houses and cafes, restaurants, agriculture. Relatively low taxes. With a profit above 70 thousand euros per year (large enterprise), the tax rises to 67%, the final profit - as from a medium-sized business.

Other lucrative options include Denmark, Singapore, Australia, Norway, Spain and South Korea.

The worst options are:

• Venezuela - inflation of 1,000,000% at the rate of 4-5%, complete depreciation of the currency;
• Burundi is an agricultural country with negative GDP growth (-4%);
• Guinea - 50% of the population below the poverty line, 5 million people are economically active;
• Yemen - $ 300 GDP per capita;
• Haiti - 60% of the population is unemployed, one of the poorest and most backward countries in the world;
• The Gambia is one of the most backward countries.

And also countries where wars are going on: Libya, Afghanistan, Chad, Pakistan, Egypt, etc.

The United Kingdom (unstable economic situation for 2018), Japan, Greece, Poland, Hungary and a number of other "middle" European countries are in question. It all depends on the goals and preferences of the entrepreneur.

Niche and operating principles

Before opening a business abroad, it is necessary to find out the indicator of economic crime in the state

Every country in the world has its own culture, mentality and economic sectors in which it succeeds. All this must be taken into account when choosing a niche.

First, it is worth considering economic policy. For example, in Japan, agricultural business is much less in demand than in Hungary - after all, Japan is one of the most technically developed countries in the world. Sweden needs IT firms, and Germany needs cafes and hotels. Tourism is highly profitable in Austria and Spain. Before determining the area, it is better to clarify whether it will bring high income in the selected country.

Secondly, cultural characteristics. This applies mainly to business relations, how to behave with partners.

In the West, culture is low-context. This means that in Western countries direct expression of thoughts and emotions is preferable, sign language does not play a special role, the clearer and more expressive the speech, the better.

In the East (including the Middle East) there is a highly contextual culture. Great importance is attached to non-linguistic communication: gestures, hints, hidden meanings, figurative expressions. Much depends on the status and hierarchy in society of the person with whom there is a dialogue. Observance of rituals and traditions is important. For example, bowing to a Japanese guest at a meeting is a sign of respect.

Russia combines elements of both types.

Thirdly, knowledge of the language. Here culture also plays a role. Knowing English is a prerequisite for doing international business. Nevertheless, for partners (especially Eastern ones), knowledge of their native language is a sign of respect.

Fourth, mentality. In Scandinavian countries, people will prefer to use the help of a person from the service sector, rather than figure it out on their own. The Germans and Austrians are slow, but precise in their work: this can affect the deadlines. Knowing the mentality of the chosen country helps to understand how best to interact with employees.

It will take a long time to study all these details, but the better they are mastered, the more profitable the business will be.

Company registration and start of work

After you have collected enough funds, have chosen a country, studied its features and came up with a niche, you can proceed to the registration of a business visa. The process usually takes 2-4 months.

You can buy a ready-made company or open your own - the essence of the procedure will not change.

Sequencing:

1. Study the laws of business immigration in a particular country.
2. Contact the immigration service or the embassy (consulate) of this state, the department of finance or another institution dealing with this issue.
3. Submit the required documents.
4. Register a company.
5. Obtain a national visa and residence permit (if necessary).
6. Registration is roughly the same process in all countries.

When registering, you need to specify all the information: the unique name of the company, the type (clarify the existing types of firms in the country), submit a business plan, etc. Further - renting premises, recruiting employees and solving bureaucratic issues. Bank account opening and tax registration.

Requirements for entrepreneurs may vary. But in most countries, you need to meet the basic conditions:

• confirm the experience of running an enterprise;
• to have "entrepreneurial skills" - to show charm, talent for doing business;
• confirm the presence of the authorized capital (the amount required to open a company);
• submit a business plan;

Registration issues can be dealt with both independently and through a lawyer.

All procedures will cost money, you need to prepare for them in advance. From the moment of registration to the start of work, it can take either two weeks or six months. It all depends on the state.

Requirements for documents

You need to pay taxes on time and maintain your personal reputation in order to renew your residence permit

The required package of documents differs depending on the country. It needs to be clarified on the websites of immigration services.

But in most cases, you need:

• completed application form (usually in English or national language);
• passport and copy of pages with personal information;
• passport and a copy of all pages (or some specific ones);
• a copy of educational diplomas;
• confirmation of experience in doing business (the amount of assets, etc.);
• certificate of no criminal record;
• authorized capital (there may be no requirements);
• legal address of the company;
• letter of recommendation from the bank;
• availability of money for bureaucratic issues and registration.

Just in case, it is better to make copies of all documents, translate them and certify the translation with an apostille.

Often it is required to hire a certain number of citizens of the country for a company, keep reporting on profits at first, etc.

Top 5 ideas for business abroad

IT technologies are the most demanded business service that allows you to perform part of the work remotely

What business is better for an immigrant to open? The choice depends not only on the culture and economy of the preferred country, but also on personal tastes and hobbies. It is important to understand that many Western countries, as well as Japan, have already entered the post-industrial stage of development. Most of the population is involved in the service sector, which is also the most reliable option.

And here there are several ideas that can be successfully implemented abroad.

IT and programming

In the modern world, information has become one of the factors of production. This is especially true for developed countries. The development of mobile applications (for iOS / Android) and computer programs, software for Linux, the creation of websites (JavaScript) and much more brings in big profits. The demand for the IT sector is growing, according to statistics, by 17% annually. It is most profitable to start this business in Japan, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and the United States.

Services for children

The production of goods and services for children will be relevant and in demand at any stage of human development. This business can be divided into several industries:

• goods for preschool children - from toys to creams;
• preschool training - tutors, opening clubs or sports sections;
• nanny agency;
• goods for schoolchildren and adolescents are not only materials for the school, but also other areas in which young children are interested.

Europeans can afford to send their children to a private kindergarten or school. Therefore, if you have an idea about, for example, a special education system that reveals the potential of a child, this will be in much greater demand in the West than in Russia. Suitable countries: Sweden, UK, France, Germany, Italy.

Restaurant and hotel business

This includes both old and proven methods and very fresh business ideas: bicycle cafes, edible tableware, etc. For several years now, the restaurant and tourism businesses have remained the most profitable in Western countries. This option is especially beneficial in Europe, since the average European is quite well off for frequent visits to restaurants or cafes, and it is in the European Union that the largest annual influx of tourists is observed. The best options for this niche are Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Sweden, Spain, Greece, Portugal. There is only one drawback - high competition.

Bicycles

A very popular business in the West. The majority of the population, especially the young, prefers bicycles to cars: in the United States, cyclists in 2018 are 51%, in Europe - 73%. This is due to the popularity of a healthy lifestyle and the growing desire among young people to protect the planet. Therefore, renting or even manufacturing bicycles in Western countries is a profitable option for a company of any size. The highest profits are in the summer season. Countries with the most cyclists: Denmark, Japan, Netherlands, Ireland and Spain.

Financial consulting

In the United States, financial advisors are in great demand: it will grow by 30% until at least 2025.

A financial advisor is a specialist who understands investing and cash holdings. The client (which can be both a legal entity and an individual) asks for advice on where and when it is better to invest their savings. The consultant develops a strategy, talks about the principle of working with banks, helps make decisions about budget management.

A business like this takes preparation, but the profits won't disappoint. America remains the leader in demand for financial advice.

Starting a business abroad requires careful preparation, effort and financial costs. But if the idea of ​​a startup is original and fits well into the country's economy, then the game is worth the candle. The more entrepreneurs increase the state's GDP, the more it gives in return. In any case, you should not stop at the goal: if an idea burns out, this does not mean that it will definitely not work elsewhere.

Due to the current economic situation in our country, many Russians prefer to organize business outside its borders.

This is not surprising, since the conditions for the development of one's business in Russia cannot be called ideal: lengthy bureaucratic procedures for registering one's own business, an unstable political situation, high interest rates on loans for business development, corruption, and the virtual absence of state support for start-up entrepreneurs. Therefore, many of our compatriots decide to open a business abroad.

Sequence of steps when starting a business abroad

If you have already decided to open your own business abroad, then you should proceed as follows.

1. It is necessary to decide on the field of activity and whether it will be aimed at organizing services for the local population. This is an important point, because in some countries (for example, in the USA) for a business with a foreign address, it is easier to work and pay taxes.
2. Select the country in which you would like to open your business. To do this, you need to study how developed the market is for those services that you are going to offer. On the one hand, if there are no such services in this country, you can become an innovator in this business and work in a complete absence of competition. On the other hand, if there is a large volume of the same services in this country, it is likely that your business will be uncompetitive. Therefore, it is worth planning your advertising campaign carefully.
3. Having finally decided on the country (or at least reducing the list of all options to three) in which you will develop entrepreneurial activity, you should take care of the availability of investments in your own business or find a partner - a citizen of this state.
4. and country, visit the legal and economic consultation in your city. Visiting a specialist will help save time reading the laws of the countries of interest. In addition, they will answer all your questions regarding the paperwork for starting your own business.
5. Carefully study the tax legislation of the country in which you plan to organize your business.
6. Having finally decided on the country and direction in business, find a competent lawyer who will help you draw up all the documents correctly and give additional advice about doing business in the selected country.

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How to choose the right country for starting a business

Let's highlight the main countries that, according to research by business analysts, are most suitable for starting your own business. Let's consider the conditions for developing your own business in them in more detail.

1. Denmark.
2. Canada.
3. Singapore.
4. New Zealand.

1. Danish legislation allows foreign citizens to open their own business in this country. This will be easier if you obtain a residence permit. It is important to note that the tourism industry is well developed in this country. Therefore, by opening your own small cafe or eatery in Denmark, you will make the right choice, and your establishment will be in demand among tourists.

To open such a business, you will need an amount of $ 10,000 or more. Loans in Denmark are issued to foreigners with a temporary residence permit. The loan interest is approximately 7-12% per annum.

Another positive side of starting a business in Denmark is government assistance to start-up entrepreneurs, which is manifested in tax cuts in the first year of business.

2. The United States has created excellent conditions for starting a business: low interest rates on loans, sparing tax legislation (no turnover tax, VAT, many benefits for developing businesses), government support for start-up businessmen. In addition, the United States has no charter capital requirements, there are no customs duties on the export of products, and import tariffs are moderate.

3. Starting a business in Canada has several advantages: this country has the lowest electricity cost in the world, favorable conditions for attracting investment, low construction costs, low land prices, a large number of federal and provincial programs to support and develop small and medium-sized businesses. In addition, the country's official authorities provide support to start-up entrepreneurs, allowing them to assess their business potential. To do this, you need to answer the questions of the National Test for Entrepreneurs, which can be found on the Internet. Based on the test results, you will receive a list of tips, as well as an overall assessment of your business potential in a given country.

4. Singapore is rightfully considered one of the most important financial centers in the world. Often, our compatriots think about starting a business in this particular state. Excellent conditions have been created here for starting your own business: a high standard of living, a stable economic environment, no crime, a developed financial infrastructure, a preferential tax policy for small businesses, and an attractive investment climate.

The most popular direction in business is the provision of all kinds of services (tourism, financial, transport). However, it is important to consider that in this state there are strict standards for construction, tourism,. The reasons for such control of entrepreneurs lie in the huge number of tourists visiting this country (6-7 million people a year).

5. New Zealand is an ideal country for entrepreneurship. First, the taxation and reporting systems are clear and simple, especially for small businesses. Secondly, in this state, most areas of entrepreneurial activity do not require any permits, with the exception of some (medicine, restaurant services, real estate activities, trade in alcoholic beverages), for which a license is required.

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The most popular types of business abroad

The most common abroad are the opening of hotels, hotels, bars, restaurants, cafes, bakeries, call centers, the production of materials for baths and saunas, the production of liquid rubber.

Each of the foreign countries has the most common types of business there. Let's consider the main ones.

1. According to business analysts, the Philippines has long been recognized as the capital of call centers. It is not too difficult to organize a business in this country, since there are no tough bureaucratic obstacles and legal restrictions. However, it is important to pay attention to the culture of this state, since it differs from the traditions adopted in European countries.
2. The most common business in Estonia is the production of materials for saunas and baths. Starting a business in this country cannot be called a complicated procedure, the main thing is to draw up all documents in accordance with local laws.
3. Liquid rubber production is most common in Canada. Liquid rubber is successfully used for corrosion protection of railway cars and swimming pools, for roofing and for the installation of concrete structures. A well-organized business in this country can bring good income. At the same time, it is possible to produce liquid rubber not only for Canada, but also for export to other countries.
4. The most common type of business in Turkey is restaurant business. Starting your own business in this country is a simple procedure that only takes a few hours. The main problem at the stage of business formation is the legalization of Russian personnel, but with the correct execution of all the necessary documents, it can be solved.

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