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What to check before you choose a formation provider

Whoever you choose, check these points before you pay. Here is how we answer each one. We publish all-in prices, government fees included, for 45+ jurisdictions, and we are licensed in Hong Kong (TCSP TC001305).

Provider checklist

Jurisdictions

What to check: Can they set up the company where you need it?

45+ jurisdictions with published options, with more available on request.

Price

What to check: Can you see what’s included in the setup price?

Yes. Required incorporation government fees are included in our listed packages. Any additional requirements are shown separately.

Year-2 renewal

What to check: Will you know the renewal cost before you start?

Yes. We show the year-2 renewal price before checkout.

Required filings

What to check: Are mandatory filings, audits or other requirements explained upfront?

Yes. We identify them upfront and price them separately when they’re not included in the package.

Licensed provider

What to check: Can you verify who is handling your company?

Yes. One IBC Limited is a licensed Hong Kong Trust or Company Service Provider — TC001305.

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More than one company

What to check: Can they quote the whole structure clearly?

Yes. You receive one itemised quote showing each company and service.

Remote setup

What to check: Can you set up without travelling?

Yes, where the jurisdiction allows it. KYC and documents can be submitted through your client portal.

Business account support

What to check: Will they help without promising an approval they can’t control?

We introduce suitable institutions and help prepare your application. The bank or payment institution makes the final decision.

Offshore jurisdictions

What to check: Do they cover established offshore jurisdictions?

Yes. We cover BVI, Cayman Islands, Seychelles, Belize and others.

If setup cannot proceed

What to check: What happens to the money you’ve already paid?

Our service fee may be refunded where applicable. Third-party, government or courier costs already incurred may not be refundable.

Requirements vary by jurisdiction and company structure. Your quote will show what’s included and what, if anything, costs extra.

A self-service app may suit you if...

You already know where and what you want to set up, and you’re comfortable handling most of the process yourself.

Choose OCC if...

You want help choosing the right jurisdiction, a clear view of your costs, and one team to help with both setup and what comes after.

A specialist may suit you if…

You need specialised legal, tax, investment or regulatory advice beyond company formation and corporate services.

Not sure what fits you yet...

You want to compare jurisdictions, costs and requirements before deciding how or where to set up.

Questions people ask before choosing us

Why not use a self-service formation app?

If you already know exactly what you need, a self-service app may be enough.

OCC is a better fit when you want someone to help you compare jurisdictions, understand the costs and requirements, and handle more than just the incorporation.

How do I know you’re a real, licensed provider?

One IBC Limited holds Hong Kong Trust or Company Service Provider licence TC001305.

You can check the licence through the Hong Kong Companies Registry. Our company and office details are also published on this website.

Will the price change after I pay?

Not without explanation.

Your quote shows what’s included before you pay. If your structure or jurisdiction requires something extra, or you ask us to add another service later, we’ll quote it separately before proceeding.

Can you promise me a business account?

No — and neither can another formation provider.

We can suggest suitable banks or payment institutions and help prepare your application. The institution reviews the application and makes the final decision.

What if my company cannot be formed?

It depends on why the incorporation cannot proceed and what costs have already been incurred.

Where applicable, OCC’s service fee may be refunded. Government, third-party or courier fees already paid may not be refundable. Please check our refund policy for the applicable conditions.

Know what it costs before you start.

See the setup price, what’s included and your year-2 renewal cost before placing your order.

Clear pricing starts with knowing what’s included.

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