Foreign CompanySetup

Your global company formation directory

A world of opportunity.
Find where to begin.

Explore countries, understand company structures and find the right registration authority for your next business.

250countries & territories to explore
Local legal forms. Original sources.

Search by country, territory or capital. Browse the full country index

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250 countries & territories

A clearer path to incorporation

Before you register,
know what to ask.

Ownership, company structure and local obligations matter as much as the destination.

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01
Choose a jurisdiction

Start with where your business will actually operate.

02
Understand the legal forms

Explore local names and the authorities that register them.

03
Confirm your requirements

Verify eligibility, documents and ongoing obligations.

Set up smarter. Spend with confidence.

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Avoid scams

How to check a formation agent before paying

A polished website is a starting point for a conversation, not evidence that an agent is qualified.

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Save money

Compare setup quotes without getting caught by hidden extras

Two incorporation packages can have similar names and very different contents.

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Save money

Direct filing or an agent: where paying for help makes sense

The choice is not simply “cheap DIY” versus “expensive agent.” A direct application can be sensible when the authority permits it and your case is straightforward.

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