The Seychelles International Business Company (IBC) is one of the world's most widely used offshore holding vehicles — cost-efficient, fast to form, and suitable for asset holding, trading, and IP ownership structures.
The Seychelles IBC is governed by the International Business Companies Act 2016 and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). It offers a zero-tax regime for non-Seychelles-sourced income, complete foreign ownership, and a straightforward formation process — making it a preferred offshore vehicle for international holding structures, joint ventures, and investment platforms.
Marensa Advisory advises on Seychelles IBC formation as part of broader offshore holding architectures — often alongside Mauritius GBC or UAE free zone entities — providing end-to-end incorporation, registered agent services, and compliance support.
Form a Seychelles IBCThe Seychelles IBC is widely used but requires careful post-formation compliance to remain in good standing with the FSA.
Seychelles IBCs are widely used but often poorly maintained — leading to compliance gaps, banking difficulties, and FSA deregistration risk. Annual compliance management is essential.
Marensa Advisory forms Seychelles IBCs as part of a complete compliance package — ensuring registered agent engagement, UBO disclosure, and annual renewal are all properly managed.
Start the ConversationNo. There is no requirement for Seychelles-resident directors. All directors can be non-resident foreign nationals. However, some banking partners may require at least one director from a FATF-compliant jurisdiction.
Yes. A Seychelles IBC is commonly used as a holding vehicle for shares in companies in other jurisdictions — UAE free zones, Mauritius GBCs, UK Ltds, or other international entities.
For virtual asset activities, a separate VASP registration with the FSA is required in addition to IBC formation. The VASP registration is the licence — the IBC is the corporate vehicle.
Annual IBC renewal fees typically range from USD 200–400 depending on the registered agent. Total annual compliance costs including registered agent fees typically total USD 800–1,500 per year.