IBC Company Incorporation in Seychelles - Complete Guide
Why and how to set up an International Business Company in Seychelles.
The Seychelles International Business Company (IBC) is a fast, affordable and tax-neutral vehicle, popular for holding, international trading and asset protection. It's powerful when used correctly - and a liability when used naively. Here's the full picture.
What an IBC is
An IBC is a flexible offshore company that doesn't conduct business within Seychelles and is exempt from local tax on foreign-sourced income. It's designed for international activity, not domestic trade.
Benefits
- Quick formation and low ongoing cost.
- Strong confidentiality.
- No local taxation on offshore-sourced income.
Requirements
At least one director and one shareholder (which can be the same person), a registered agent and a registered office in Seychelles. Modern rules also require keeping accounting records - covered in our Seychelles IBC compliance checklist.
Use it wisely
An IBC works best paired with real substance and banking arranged elsewhere, so partners and banks take it seriously and you stay compliant with international standards. If you're comparing it against an onshore holding structure, read best country for a holding company.
See live Seychelles pricing on the Seychelles formation page, or start your IBC with us.