Dmitri Mihhailov
General Partner
Leads Prifinance's corporate practice and oversees client engagements, with senior expertise in international company structuring and bank-account setup.
Register a company in St Lucia
- territorial taxation and remote setup.Company registration in St Lucia allows you to establish an IBC remotely in a common-law jurisdiction with territorial taxation. Since the 2019 reform, foreign-source income sits outside the local tax net, there is no minimum share capital, and incorporation can be completed through a licensed registered agent within a few business days. For founders seeking a flexible Caribbean structure without relocating, it is one of the region’s more straightforward options.
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Saint Lucia · at a glance
Legal formIBC · International Business Company
Time to set up1-3 business days
Tax on foreign income0% - territorial
Capital gains / dividendsNot taxed
Min. share capitalNo minimum
Remote setupYes - via registered agent
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St Lucia in brief
A practical Caribbean jurisdiction for international structures.
St Lucia is an Eastern Caribbean nation, a member of the OECS and Commonwealth, with English common law shaped partly by its French history and an EC dollar pegged to the USD since 1976. An IBC is formed through a licensed registered agent and can be incorporated within days. Foreign founders face no citizenship or residency restrictions, and the company can be managed entirely from abroad.
The 2019 reform moved St Lucia to a territorial system, placing foreign-source income outside the local tax base for companies regardless of their former regime. A separate attraction is its citizenship-by-investment programme, launched in 2015 and available alongside the standard corporate structure. For founders, this means a company with 0% local tax on foreign income today and an optional CBI track if citizenship later becomes part of the strategy.
Packages & pricing
Company registration in St Lucia - cost and packages.
01 - IBC · INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COMPANY
Company
from$4,100USD · registration
Remote offshore company registration in St Lucia includes name reservation, registry filing, government fees and the first year of the registered agent and office.
✓Company name check and reservation✓IBC registration and all government fees✓Memorandum and articles of association✓Registered agent and office - first year✓Corporate documents with apostille✓Free pre-incorporation consultation
Optional add-ons: nominee services - on request · certified document sets - from $150 · annual renewal - from $1,200/year.
Start with Company →02 - IBC · INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COMPANY
Most popularCompany + Bank Account
from$6,000USD · registration + account
A working St Lucian IBC with a bank or fintech account - multi-currency IBAN, cards and online banking, arranged remotely.
✓Everything in Company✓Account with an EU / Caribbean EMI or bank - multi-currency, SWIFT / SEPA✓Account application and KYC file preparation✓Introduction to 2-3 suitable institutions✓Compliance onboarding support✓Dedicated account manager
Start with Banking →These are starting prices; the final quote is confirmed before work begins. St Lucia has no paid-in capital requirement, while the government fee and registered-agent charges are itemised separately.
What you can do
Popular reasons to open a company in St Lucia.
An IBC may carry out almost any lawful international business, and founders are not restricted by citizenship or residence. One company can combine several activities, while banking, insurance and other regulated sectors require separate licensing.
International trading
Import, export, brokerage and cross-border invoicing with suppliers and customers worldwide.
Consulting & services
Management, IT, marketing and advisory services for international clients.
Holding & investment
Holding shares, real estate and investment portfolios, with dividends and capital gains outside local taxation.
E-commerce
Online stores, digital products and subscription businesses settled in USD or EC dollars.
Tourism & CBI real estate
Resort and villa projects, including developments approved under the citizenship-by-investment programme.
IP & royalties
Holding trademarks, software and content and licensing them to operating companies.
Why Saint Lucia
Key advantages of the jurisdiction.
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Territorial taxation
Since the 2019 reform, income earned outside St Lucia sits outside the local tax net.
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Low overall cost
Incorporation starts from $4,100, with annual maintenance from $1,200.
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Flexible CBI programme
The citizenship programme has operated since 2015 and provides several investment routes.
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Registered in days
Clean filings submitted through a licensed agent are normally approved within 1-3 business days.
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Privacy
There is no public register of shareholders or beneficial owners; records remain with the licensed agent.
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English common law
St Lucia is an OECS member with familiar corporate mechanics and a currency pegged to the US dollar.
How it compares
St Lucia alongside the main Caribbean alternatives.
St Kitts remains the original CBI name, Dominica competes on price, Grenada offers the E-2 route, and Antigua is often considered for families. St Lucia distinguishes itself through its newer programme, flexible investment options and relatively accessible company costs. Figures current as of 2026.
| Country | Tax on foreign income | CBI highlight | Fully remote incorporation |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Lucia | 0% - territorial | Newest · refundable bond route | Yes - 1-3 days |
| St Kitts & Nevis | 0% | The original - platinum standard | Yes - 1-3 days |
| Dominica | 0% - territorial | Cheapest programme | Yes - budget twin |
| Grenada | 0% - territorial | US E-2 route · China | Yes - 1-3 days |
| Antigua | 0% - territorial | Best for families | Yes - 1-3 days |
St LuciaRemote ✓
Tax on foreign income0% - territorial
CBI highlightNewest · refundable bond route
St Kitts & NevisRemote ✓
Tax on foreign income0%
CBI highlightThe original - platinum standard
DominicaRemote ✓
Tax on foreign income0% - territorial
CBI highlightCheapest programme
GrenadaRemote ✓
Tax on foreign income0% - territorial
CBI highlightUS E-2 route · China
AntiguaRemote ✓
Tax on foreign income0% - territorial
CBI highlightBest for families
Requirements
What St Lucian law actually requires.
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Shareholders - one or more individuals or companies of any nationality; no residency conditions and no public disclosure.
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Director - at least one director is required, who may live anywhere and also be the sole shareholder; corporate directors are permitted.
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Share capital - there is no minimum and no paid-in requirement; capital may be denominated in any currency.
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Registered agent & office - a licensed registered agent and registered office in St Lucia are mandatory and included in the package.
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Name - the company name must be distinguishable and end in Ltd, Corp, Inc or an equivalent suffix; sensitive terms such as bank or insurance require the relevant licence.
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Records - internal registers of directors, shareholders and beneficial owners, together with basic accounting records, are maintained by the agent and are not published.
How it works
From application to a registered company - within days.
To open an offshore company in St Lucia, the incorporation is handled through a licensed registered agent. The founder signs remotely, and most clean applications are approved within a few business days.
01Same day
Free consultation
We confirm whether St Lucia fits the project - company only or company plus a CBI track - and agree the full cost in advance.
021 day
KYC & documents
Passports, proof of address and a short business description; the incorporation package is prepared.
03Hours
Name reservation
The company name is checked and reserved with the registry.
041-3 days
Registry filing
The registered agent files the incorporation and pays the government fee.
053-5 days
Documents & apostille
You receive the certificate, articles and corporate registers, apostilled for use abroad.
061-3 weeks
Banking
The company is introduced to suitable EMIs or banks and supported through account opening.
Quick facts
Legal formIBC
Min. share capitalNo minimum
Government feeFrom ~$300/year
Standard processing1-3 business days
Public registersNone
Annual accountsNot filed
CBI trackFrom $240,000
Clean applications filed through a licensed agent are normally approved within one or two business days.
On the ground
On the ground in St Lucia.
Prifinance - St Lucia
Castries
Castries, St Lucia
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Offshore incorporation specialists
Your setup is run by a team that files Caribbean structures through licensed agents every week.
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Registered agent & office
A licensed agent and registered office in Castries are included, keeping the company in good standing while you operate remotely.
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Banking & CBI support
EMI-first account routes, KYC preparation. And citizenship guidance across contribution, real-estate and bond options.
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Also in Hong Kong, London, Dubai & more
A network of offices across Europe, the Gulf and the Americas. One team for your whole international structure.
We also have offices in
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
5/F, Yau Lee Centre, 45 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong
Vilnius
Lithuania
Gedimino pr. 2
London
United Kingdom
7 Bell Yard
Prague
Czech Republic
Vlkova 532/8, Žižkov
Berlin
Germany
Rankestraße 26
Madeira
Portugal
Rua da Alegria 31, 1F
Budapest
Hungary
Korányi Sándor u. 4
Istanbul
Türkiye
Perpa Ticaret Merkezi, A Blok
Dubai
UAE
33 Level, Al Saqr Business Tower
Toronto
Canada
1110 Finch Avenue West, suite 406
Singapore
Singapore
3 Church Street, #29-68 Samsung Hub
Bangkok
Thailand
Unit P01, Penthouse, VASU1, 1 Sukhumvit 25 Alley
Foshan
China
A-Tower, Yuneng Digital Plaza, 46 Lishui Avenue South
Almaty
Kazakhstan
Republic Square 13
Bishkek
Kyrgyzstan
32 Razzakov Street
Taxation 2026
Territorial taxation with no local tax on foreign income.
St Lucia’s 2019 reform replaced the previous ring-fenced regimes with one territorial principle: companies are taxed only on St Lucian-source income. An IBC earning abroad pays no local tax on those profits and files no tax return for them, while local-source business is taxed at the standard rate.
Foreign income - 0%
Profits earned outside St Lucia sit outside local taxation, with no tax filing on those profits.
Local income - 30%
The standard corporate rate applies only to St Lucian-source business.
No hidden add-ons
No capital gains tax or withholding on dividends and interest to non-residents on foreign income.
Substance & records
Corporate records remain with the licensed agent; economic-substance rules apply only to relevant finance activities.
Levies in 2026
Tax on foreign-source income0%
CIT on St Lucian-source income30%
Capital gains taxNone
Withholding for non-residentsNone on foreign income
Annual government feeFrom ~$300
Exchange controlsNone offshore
Annual renewal and the fixed government fee remain mandatory even for dormant companies and keep the entity in good standing.
Your team
The specialists who'll handle your case.
Eugeniu Bevziuc
Corporate services advisor
Advises clients on company formation, VAT and ongoing compliance, coordinating each step of the setup across the EU.
Alex Danila
Company formation specialist
Your day-to-day contact - coordinates incorporation, documents and the bank introduction, from the first call through to launch.
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Talk to a specialist →FAQ
Common questions about company registration in St Lucia.
Can I open a company without visiting St Lucia?+
Yes. The entire process - from KYC to the registry filing - is completed remotely through lawyers and a licensed registered agent. Original corporate documents are sent by courier after incorporation.
How much does company registration in St Lucia cost?+
Turnkey incorporation starts from $4,100, including government fees and the first year of the registered agent and office. Packages with account-opening support start from $6,000.
How long does incorporation take?+
Clean applications are normally approved within 1-3 business days, while the apostilled set of corporate documents follows within the next several days.
Will the company pay tax in St Lucia?+
Not on foreign income. Since the 2019 reform, taxation has been territorial, so profits earned outside the island remain outside the local tax net. The standard 30% rate applies only to St Lucian-source business.
Are the owners visible in a public register?+
No. St Lucia does not maintain a public register of shareholders or beneficial owners. The information remains with the licensed agent and is disclosed only under a lawful request.
Does the company file accounts or tax returns?+
No accounts or tax returns are filed on foreign earnings. The company must still maintain internal accounting records and corporate registers with its agent and pay the fixed annual fee.
What is special about St Lucia’s citizenship programme?+
Launched in 2015, it is the youngest of the five principal Caribbean programmes. Available routes include contributions from $240,000, approved real estate and, historically, the region’s only refundable government-bond option.
Do I need a St Lucian passport to own the company?+
No. An IBC may be owned by a person of any nationality. The CBI programme is an optional parallel track and is not required to own or operate the company.
How do I open a bank account for a St Lucian company?+
Traditional banks can be cautious with small-island IBCs, so many companies first use European or Caribbean EMIs offering multi-currency IBANs, cards and SWIFT / SEPA access. A conventional bank account can then be added where the company profile and KYC support it.
St Lucia or St Kitts - which one should I choose?+
The corporate structures are broadly similar. St Kitts has the longer-established citizenship brand, while St Lucia offers a newer programme, lower pricing and additional investment flexibility. The better option depends on the owner’s budget and objectives.
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