Form a Holding Company Abroad
For European Entrepreneurs
Protect your assets, minimize your tax burden
and structure your business activities professionally – through an offshore holding company.
General information about Holding Companies
What is a Holding Company and how does it work?
What is a Holding Company?
A holding company (or investment company) is a legal entity that does not engage in commercial activity itself, but holds shares or stock in other companies. Its role is to act as an "umbrella" over one or more subsidiaries, maintaining control and – often – profits.
In practice, the holding company receives dividends from its subsidiaries, may own real estate, intellectual property, investment portfolios, or other assets, and serves as the focal point of the corporate structure. It is, simply, the company that owns other companies.
The way it operates depends on its country of formation, but the logic remains the same: centralized management, legal protection, and tax efficiency.
Where to form a Holding Company
Choosing the country of formation is a critical decision. Each jurisdiction has its own characteristics – tax, regulatory, and practical.
Wyoming, USA, is perhaps the most accessible and flexible option for non-Americans seeking a reliable structure with zero state-level corporate tax.
It does not require a local director, has low operating costs, and offers strong asset protection.
It is an ideal choice as a holding company.
Important note: If your activities are outside the USA, then your Holding company will not pay US corporate tax!
When do you need a Holding company?
An LLC is the perfect choice for various business activities, such as:
You have two or more businesses
If you operate multiple companies – whether in the same country or different ones – a holding company allows you to manage them coordinately and move capital between them efficiently.
You want to protect high-value assets
Real estate, intellectual property, investment portfolios, or cash can be "housed" in the holding company, away from the risks of the operating company.
You are planning investments or financing
Investors (business angels, VCs) often want to enter structures with clear corporate hierarchy. A clean holding structure increases credibility and facilitates negotiations.
Considering business succession or sale
Transferring shares of a holding company is usually more tax-efficient than selling a business activity or assets separately.
You have significant profits you want to reinvest
If your operating companies generate profits that you don't intend to distribute immediately, accumulating them in a holding company — with potentially zero taxation — can prove to be a significant advantage.
How to Form a Holding Company
Discover the advantages of a US Holding Company!
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Jurisdiction and Entity Type Selection
Analyze your goals — tax optimization, asset protection, investment management — and choose the country that best serves your needs. The type of company (LLC, Limited, SA) is determined by applicable law.
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Preparation of Formation Documents
Typically required: company articles of incorporation, shareholder and director details, identity verification (passport, proof of address), and in some countries, additional certificates.
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Registration with the Companies Registry
Documents are filed with the competent authority in the country of formation. In many jurisdictions (e.g., Wyoming, USA), the process can be completed remotely, without physical presence.
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Obtaining a Tax ID and Bank Account
The company needs a tax identification number and a bank account to operate. Opening a bank account is often the most challenging step due to increased KYC/AML requirements.
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Transfer of Shares or Assets
Once the holding company is formed, shares of subsidiary companies or other assets are transferred to it. This process requires careful attention to avoid undesirable tax liabilities.
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Compliance and Annual Obligations
Every company has annual obligations: financial statements, annual report, registration renewal. In parallel, Greek residents have reporting obligations in Greece for the income they receive.
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