Offshore Company, Banking & Cryptocurrency

The cryptocurrency market has exploded over the past years. The speed of this market is incredibly high, making the less experienced struggling to keep up with it. There are over 5,000 different types of cryptocurrencies out there, while the overall market capitalization exceeds $200B. Market research estimates this industry will grow even further – up to 25% per year. Now, when it comes to crypto payment gateways, your options may not be as diversified, but it is still difficult to make a decision. You do have options out there. However, you have to avoid diving in without any research at all. Indeed, more and more merchants accept digital coin payments these days, but different solutions are suitable for different businesses...

Wise was originally launched in 2011. It had a different name back then, but it got rebranded in 2022. The purpose of this service? Making international payments a breeze. Basically, the goal was to make transfers almost instant – compared to banks, which normally take a few days. Another goal was to make transfers cheap – compared to banks, which take a good chunk of the money. Most importantly, Wise tried to make everything simple. Accounts can be opened in different currencies and exchange rates are fair. Simply put, there is no need to waste a fortune on middlemen getting the job done for you. After all, this is what traditional banks are about – they are intermediary users that facilitate transfers for a price. Now, some may know...

Belize is a favorite offshore company haven. The reason being is that Belize made their country’s laws friendly for foreign businesses. It also has stable politics and economy, protecting offshore companies from unexpected liabilities. Here is a breakdown of the Belize Company Formation. What is Belize Company Formation? Belize Company Formation is the creation of an offshore business in Belize. Belize is a business capital. The business environment in Belize allows an offshore company to establish itself as a legal entity. There is no restriction for company formations there, for both local and foreign stakeholders. The only difference is that of a non-resident owner having to gain the approval of a bank. Why Choose Belize? Belize...

Fraud and scam refer to the exact same thing, and unsurprisingly, they seem to target every segment or industry that seems to gain popularity. Unfortunately, a moment of inattention is more than enough to lose thousands, if not more. As if offshore banking isn’t seen with shady eyes already, some banks and institutions are making the whole situation even worse by grabbing customers’ money in illegal ways and failing to return them when needed. Offshore banking is not in the best situation at the moment. With quite a few scandals over the past few years based on leaks and governmental institutions hunting citizens' money abroad, legitimate banks seem to struggle to get new clients due to this overall feeling of negativity. Plus...

Buying cryptocurrency is something everyone wants to get involved with, but most people have no idea where to start. In theory, the job is fairly simple – register for a cryptocurrency wallet or exchange and get buying. In practice, you will face a series of potential complications that could arise on the way, starting with the actual registration and ending with the fees and taxes. Most people imagine that cryptocurrency can be bought like groceries or shirts – wrong. In fact, you will be surprised to find out that some wallets or exchanges do not really accept cards. Sure, there are other options out there, but using a card gives you a feeling of safety, rather than having to register with other services and products. As a...

Planning to start an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in the USA? You better get ready to deal with one of the most bureaucratic systems in the world. At first, it’s perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed with the wide variety of forms and requirements in terms of paperwork, but once you get used to it, it becomes a breeze. There are certain documents you need to learn about to ensure you meet all the regulations. While the list may vary based on the type of business or industry, here are the most common forms and what each of them requires. Understanding Articles of Organization This is the first form you’ll have to pay attention to. The form will basically create your LLC and register it with the Secretary of State. Obviously, before...

You have probably heard about them and you know they could make you a millionaire or broke – cryptocurrencies represent a hype these days. Despite their popularity, they can be quite confusing and not always crystal clear. Some people claim they can get you broke, but they have no clue what they are or how they work – the classic misconception from those skeptical about new things. Some others claim your wealth could skyrocket overnight, but this is also a myth. A cryptocurrency can make you money if you know what you are doing – pretty much like everything else in the trading history. You go online and try to find some answers to your questions, but most explanations out there are still confusing. All in all, this guide will give you...

The online market has seriously evolved in the last years and the dark web has gone even further. To the least experienced users, the dark web consists of websites that search engines do not really index. To the experienced ones, the dark web provides access to a plethora of things you may not be able to find otherwise. From this point of view, darks have also evolved. There is a market out there for forged documents, whether it comes to important passport and ID documents or less significant utility bills and bank statements. Understanding this market will help one make better decisions, whether it comes to registering a company abroad or starting an online wallet. The growth of this market is mostly possible because of the high...

Seychelles International Trusts are attractive alternatives to international trusts set up in other offshore jurisdictions. Seychelles International Trusts are regulated by Seychelles International Trusts Act, 1994. KEY FEATURES • An International Trust must have a licensed by SIBA Seychelles resident Trustee. Non-resident co-Trustee as well as a Protector may also be appointed; • Settlor can be Beneficiary, but not a sole beneficiary; • Settlor cannot at any time during the duration of the International trust be a resident of Seychelles; • An International Trust can own property worldwide, but not in Seychelles.; • Duration of an International Trust is up to 100 years unless terminated earlier; • An International Trust...

Hong Kong is known for its rich and exotic Chinese culture, countless majestic tourist spots such as Hong Kong Disneyland, Tian Tan Buddha, and a whole lot more. Another factor that gives Hong Kong the flare for having numerous visitors coming back and forth in the country is its thriving economy, due to the abundance of businesses growing in the country. One can surely agree that Hong Kong's successful economic status is due to its currency's flowing cycle. If you're one of those individuals who have plans on residing in the said country sometime in the future, one way to quickly adapt to the new lifestyle would be to apply for a Hong Kong bank account. Wealth is one of the most valuable possessions an individual should always pay...

EMIs – Electronic Money Institutions – are naturally part of the game when you deal with offshore applications, online work or you simply want to diversify your portfolio a little. There already are a few handy guides regarding the most trustworthy EMIs on the OffshoreCorpTalk forum. If you missed them, here are a few details about what to expect before actually digging into deeper details. A brief introduction regarding EMIs will put you on track and allow you to understand how it works – most people already know that. The point of this article is to identify the potential maximum limits you can have in transactions. To keep it simple, imagine the necessity to transfer $25,000 or maybe $50,000 in one go. Could you do that with an...

An Electronic Money Institution is often confused with a bank. This article will discuss what an Electronic Money Institution is, its difference from a bank, and how it generally works. What is an Electronic Money Institution? An Electronic Money Institution is an establishment that supplies a financial product, which in this case, is electronic money. It is a financial institution licensed and authorized to issue electronic money. EMI only stores electronic money via a device. What is E-Money? Electronic money is defined as the monetary value stored in a technical device. This money stored and read by devices is used to pay for services and products. The device serves as the instrument. There is no need for the involvement of a...

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Payeer is a popular option in terms of electronic payments. It allows its users to make transactions, buy or sell things both locally and internationally. Users can also pay for services and more importantly, they can do it in various cryptocurrencies – usually the most popular ones in terms of ratings. If you have heard about Paypal or Payoneer, chances are you will find Payeer pretty simple to get used to. The operating principles are the same, so there will be a simple learning curve with no issues whatsoever. These days, Payeer has become one of the leading electronic wallets on the market. It is mostly recommended for international payments, but there are not too many restrictions about it. Simply put, you can use it to transfer...

On a proportional rate to its economy, the banking system in Cyprus is impressive. It is large and widely diversified – even larger than the banking systems in bigger and more developed countries. In 2010, the total assets of the banking system were almost 900% of the GDP. Other countries in the European Union ranged around 350%. The idea behind this system is fairly simple to understand. There are many domestically run banks out there with numerous overseas applications that count as part of Cyprus. But then, even without these banks, the banking system is still too large for this tiny country and can easily exceed 700% of its GDP (Gross Domestic Product). But despite these numbers, Cyprus is not the leading country in this segment...

Different OffshoreCorpTalk forum users stick to different online payment platforms – whatever works for them. Then, different platforms come with different terms and conditions. One thread in particular has caught our attention due to the wide discrepancies in opinions and facts. Regarding the versatile payment platform Stripe, more and more people fail to understand the terms and conditions associated with it, facing all kinds of issues. Here are a few things you should know before turning to Stripe. Business identification requirements This is probably the most important requirement from Stripe. The business ownership verification is applied to business owners only. The physical location will be verified – make sure you can get...