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Belize International Bank Account

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Price: £425.00

A Belize Bank Account can be opened for businesses which have been incorporated in most jurisdictions including the UK. We work with this particular bank located in Belize as they meet our high standards on confidentiality, have an excellent reputation and offer a wide range of banking services which we believe will suit most requirements. This bank offers a wide range of different products and services.

The bank will not accept companies that have business activities related to Crypto and the gaming industry. 

Why Belize?

  • A good location for asset protection and wealth management
  • Stable currency and economy
  • Straightforward banking systems
  • Full range of traditional and non-traditional banking services.
  • Accounts available in USD, GBP and EURO.
  • The only international bank on the beautiful island of Ambergris Caye Belize.
  • English speaking country
  • Belize has a stable growing economy with a zero-tax jurisdiction, and strong bank secrecy laws.

About the Bank

  • The banks history begin in 1996 as a Belizean mortgage company, and after continued success over several years the decision was taken to become an international bank.
  • Their license permits us to conduct financial services with both individuals and corporations located outside of Belize.
  • The management team consists of international experts with extensive financial experience across many sectors, and industries whose primary mission is to manage, preserve and enhance the wealth of all bank clients.
  • Five prestigious awards include: Best Offshore Bank for CARICOM 2021 as awarded by International Investor Magazine, and the Best Private Bank in Central America for 2021 as awarded by Global Banking & Finance Review.

Timescale

Once all documents and bank forms have been received by the bank, it usually takes around 2-3 week for the account to be opened.

Please be aware when transferring the initial deposit this could extend the time frame as transferring overseas.

Banking Advantages

  • Provides a wide range of banking products to its clients
  • Multi currencies available
  • Accounts can be set up remotely
  • Operated online through a secure 24/7 online banking platform

Corporate Documents Required

  • We require Corporate Documents for the company that is opening a Belize Bank Account. The Corporate Documents must be certified as a true copy of the original.
  • The following Corporate Documents are required:
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Memorandum and Articles – Or similar document containing the companies rules
  • Certificate of Good Standing/Incumbency – if company is over 1 year
  • Register of Directors and Members
  • Document showing who the Beneficial Owner is
  • Organogram / Structure Chart of the company
  • Business Plan
  • All LLC's will require a Operating Agreement for an additional cost.

We can assist you with obtaining the required corporate documents and also with the notarisation and apostille of the documents. Please contact us for assistance.
If the company is older than 1 year, we will require a Certificate of Good Standing. We can assist you with obtaining a Certificate of Good Standing from the relevant authority.

Personal Documents Required

The bank requires the following personal documents from each officer, beneficial owner and authorised signatories within the company:

KYC is required for all individuals holding 10% or more shares in the company.

  • Certified true copy of the current Passport – clearly showing the photographic image
  • Original or certified true copy of proof of residential address dated within the last 3 months. This could be a Utility Bill, Bank Statement, Credit Card Statement etc..
  • Bank Reference Letter
  • CV

If any of the above documents are not in English, a translated copy must be obtained.

Documents required for any Corporate Officer:

  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Memorandum and Articles – Or similar document containing the company's rules
  • Register of Director/Shareholder/Member
  • Share Certificate
  • Certificate of Good Standing/Incumbency – if company is over 1 year
  • Document showing who the Beneficial Owner is

All Due Diligence documents should be in either English, if not the documents should be translated into English or French and certified the same.

Certification Requirements

When a document requires certifying, an Accountant, Solicitor, Lawyer or Certified Auditor must certify the documents in English and the certificate must state the following:

  • ‘I hereby certify that this document is a true copy of the original’
  • The Certifiers printed name
  • Name of the Organisation
  • Status/Position
  • Date Certified
  • Contact Information including Email Address and Contact Number

Transaction Fees

Please refer to fee schedule for further details. View

Currencies Available

United States Dollar (USD), Great British Pound (GBP), Euro (EUR)

Visit Required?

A Belize Bank Account does not require a visit to open this Business Bank Account. The Account can be opened remotely via email and telephone communication.

Initial Deposit

The initial deposit required for a Belize Bank Account is 1,000, payable in the currency the account is opened in. This amount should be kept in the account at all times.

Please Note: The Bank also has an application fee of 175 payable in the account currency.

Banking Facilities Available

  • 24/7 access to your account via online banking
  • Available in multi currency
  • Free Internet Banking
  • USD Debit Cards avaliable - please note transactions will incur currency conversion fees

Why Choose CFS Formations?

CFS will provide a fast, simple and transparent service that goes the extra mile to ensure complete customer satisfaction. We have a dedicated accounts manager who works within the bank which we liaise with to ensure the account opening runs as smoothly. Our experienced team will offer full support throughout the bank application.

Bank Account Introductions are not guaranteed, although we do try our best to ensure the account is opened. The Banks criteria can change without prior notice.

Unfortunately, the Bank Account opening is at the discretion of the Bank and their decision is out of our control.

If the Bank decline your application for a Bank Account, kindly note that refunds cannot be provided as we have still processed the application for you.