British Virgin Islands Offshore Company & Trust Formation

A Global Leader in Offshore Incorporation & Wealth Structuring

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is one of the world’s most recognized and respected offshore financial jurisdictions. Located in the Caribbean and governed as a British Overseas Territory, BVI offers an internationally trusted legal system, robust financial services legislation, and tax-neutral benefits ideal for offshore companies, trusts, and investment structures.

BVI’s reputation for simplicity, confidentiality, and cost-efficiency makes it a top destination for global entrepreneurs, investors, and high-net-worth individuals seeking effective offshore solutions.

Why Choose the BVI for Offshore Incorporation?

The BVI has become synonymous with offshore business formation and remains the go-to jurisdiction for structuring international entities due to:

• No corporate or personal income tax
• No capital gains, inheritance, estate, or gift taxes
• Stable British Common Law legal system
• Highly regarded financial and legal infrastructure
• Strong confidentiality protections

With over 400,000 active BVI Business Companies (BVI BCs) worldwide, the jurisdiction continues to lead in offshore incorporation.

BVI Business Companies (BVI BCs)

The BVI Business Companies Act is the foundation of one of the most streamlined and user-friendly company regimes in the offshore world. BVI BCs are flexible, tax-neutral entities ideal for a wide range of uses including holding companies, international trading, fund vehicles, and estate planning structures.

Key Features of BVI BCs:

• Simple and fast incorporation process (1–2 business days)
• No requirement to file financial statements or public disclosures
• No minimum capital requirements
• 100% foreign ownership permitted
• Shares may be issued in various classes
• Ability to hold assets globally and operate in any currency

The simplicity and global recognition of BVI companies make them a strategic tool in international tax planning and asset protection.

BVI Offshore Trusts

The BVI is also a premier jurisdiction for offshore trust formation, offering cutting-edge legislation for wealth preservation and succession planning. The BVI Trustee Ordinance, combined with the Virgin Islands Special Trust Act (VISTA), offers flexibility for clients who require both control and protection.

Popular BVI Trust Structures:

• Discretionary Trusts – Flexible for family wealth distribution
• VISTA Trusts – Allows settlors to retain control over underlying companies
• Purpose Trusts – For charitable or non-charitable objectives
• Asset Protection Trusts – Protects wealth from creditors and legal claims

With strong firewall protections, non-recognition of foreign judgments, and modern trust law, BVI trusts are among the most secure and adaptable offshore solutions available.

BVI’s Global Financial Ecosystem

The British Virgin Islands is a global leader in facilitating:

• Private wealth planning
• International corporate structuring
• Hedge funds and private equity fund formation
• Real estate and intellectual property holding
• Tax-efficient cross-border transactions

Supported by world-class law firms, banks, administrators, and fiduciary service providers, the BVI offers a robust and reliable business environment.

Key Advantages of the BVI as an Offshore Jurisdiction

• No income, capital gains, estate, or inheritance taxes
• World-renowned for flexible, low-cost company incorporation
• Cutting-edge trust legislation with VISTA and asset protection features
• Strong confidentiality and legal protections
• Fast incorporation and minimal compliance burden
• Legal system based on English Common Law
• Recognized and accepted in global financial markets

The British Virgin Islands continues to set the standard for offshore company formation, trust structuring, and global wealth management. Whether you’re launching an international venture, structuring family wealth, or optimizing tax efficiency, the BVI offers legal certainty, tax neutrality, and global credibility.

Contact SCG today to form your BVI Business Company or establish a BVI trust with expert guidance from our experienced team.