Luxembourg SARL - Corporate Environment Summary

Luxembourg has been recognised across the world as offshore vehicles that can be successfully used in a variety of International Business, carry out commercial and industrial activities. Luxembourg is a member of the European Union and member of the Eurozone.

A Luxembourg company, is a limited liability company which conducts its trading and business outside the Luxembourg and is intended for offshore activities. It takes up to 7 days to incorporate a company in Luxembourg.

The Directors of the company may be of any nationality and may reside anywhere. At least one director is required and there is no requirement to appoint a local resident director.

Shareholders of the company may be of any nationality and may reside anywhere. At least one shareholder is required, this can be the same person as one of the directors. There is no upper limit to the number of shareholders and a shareholder can be a person or a corporation.

The standard share capital of the company is €12,500, and the said amount must be deposited in a bank account prior to the formation of a company. Your company's share capital can be issued in any currency.

Company Secretary / Registered Office / Registered Agent

The company must have a registered agent and registered office in Luxembourg. There is no requirement for local secretary.

Privacy

The details of the Shareholders and Directors of the company do appear on the public record are fully accessible by the public.

Company Records

The company must maintain accounting records, however it is not required to keep records in the Luxembourg. There is a requirement for audited financial statements and submit details of the directors and shareholders to companies' house.

Corporation and other taxes

A Luxembourg company is taxed on its worldwide income at a rate of 29,22%.

The VAT (sales tax) standard rate is at 15% of product...