In this article we will discuss the Jersey Companies Registry, company registration in Jersey, and opening bank accounts for Jersey companies.
This information will be relevant for anyone considering Jersey for company registration. Likewise, it will be useful for anyone with a Jersey company looking to open bank accounts.
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Table of Contents
- Jersey Companies Registry
- How to Register a Company in Jersey
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Do You Want Help Opening Bank Accounts?
Jersey Companies Registry
The Jersey Companies Registry is available through the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC). The registry includes information on a range of entities, including companies, foundations, and partnerships. Available information includes entity names and registration numbers, relevant dates, entity type, and current status. Documents that have been filed for each entity with the JFSC are also publicly available.
Importantly, Jersey is a well-organized offshore jurisdiction that offers a wide range of benefits to individuals seeking corporate registration. Additionally, as we’ll discuss below, incorporation is a straightforward process that mirrors other jurisdictions with similar status. Though, Jersey also offers expedited processing including company registration in as little as two hours.
With this in mind, if you are looking for a jurisdiction for offshore incorporation, Jersey may be worth considering. However, as always, it’s important to consider all of the variables, including your objectives, the jurisdictions involved, and if you need access to payment processing like Stripe, and the Stripe Fees in the UK you need to consider. We’ll take a closer look at these in the next section of the article.
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How to Register a Company in Jersey
To register a company in Jersey, an individual must choose a company name, select the nature of business, provide a local registered address, submit a memorandum and articles of association, submit information on the beneficial owners and directors, and pay the relevant government fees to the Jersey Financial Services Commission.
This is the same process if your company is incorporated with the Isle of Man Company Registry.
Other Required Information
Jersey company registration also has ongoing requirements that companies need to meet. This includes the submission of an annual confirmation statement to the Jersey Financial Services Commission, and the submission of changes related to beneficial owners, directors, and other relevant corporate changes.
Jersey Company Documents
Alternatively, if you are looking for Jersey company documents for existing companies, you can use the publicly available registry on the Jersey Financial Services Commissions’ website to search. Company searches can be completed by company name or registration number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are three of the most common questions that we receive from business owners looking to register a company in Jersey. If you have further questions you would like answered, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly.
Why Are Companies Registered in Jersey?
Jersey is a reputable jurisdiction for company registration. In addition to tax efficiency, Jersey offers a stable political and economic environment and a strong rule of law. Not surprisingly, many companies are registered in Jersey by individuals from around the world seeking these benefits.
What Is the Jersey Equivalent of Companies House?
The Jersey equivalent of Companies House is the Jersey Companies Registry, which is maintained by the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC). The Jersey Companies Registry is very similar to the UK Companies House, though there are differences in the information that is immediately available to the public.
How Many Businesses Are Registered in Jersey?
Jersey has more than 30,000 registered entities including over 1500 regulated entities, involved in banking, insurance, and other financial services. That said, the vast majority of these entities are not local businesses engaged in domestic trade. Instead, they include LLCs, corporations, foundations, and trusts used to facilitate international trade, investments, and holding.
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