Question 1

How long does it take to incorporate a Gibraltar company?

Accepted Answer

Standard incorporation typically takes around 3 working days once we have the required due-diligence documents. An urgent service can complete in approximately 24 hours, and opening a bank account usually adds a further 2–4 weeks.

Question 2

What is the corporation tax rate in Gibraltar?

Accepted Answer

Gibraltar applies a flat corporation tax rate of 15% on a territorial basis (since January 2024). There is no VAT, no capital gains tax, no wealth tax and no inheritance tax.

Question 3

Is Octopus regulated?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Octopus International Business Services Ltd is licensed by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) for company management under FSC No. 0827B.

Question 4

Do you work with intermediaries as well as individuals?

Accepted Answer

We do. Whether you are an intermediary incorporating a Gibraltar company for your client, or an individual incorporating for yourself, we tailor our support to suit you.

Question 5

Do I need to visit Gibraltar to form a company?

Accepted Answer

In most cases a visit is not required. We can handle incorporation remotely once we have completed our due-diligence process and received the necessary documents.

Question 6

What due diligence do you require?

Accepted Answer

As a regulated firm we are required to verify the identity and source of funds of our clients and beneficial owners. We will guide you through exactly what is needed for your structure.

Question 7

Can you help with bank account opening?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As approved intermediaries we introduce clients to suitable banks and E-Money institutions and assist with account-opening documentation. This typically adds 2–4 weeks beyond incorporation.

Question 8

Which markets do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We support clients across the United Kingdom, Gibraltar, Poland, Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Portugal and Croatia, among others.

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