Benefits of Starting a Business in Luxembourg

  1. 01Political and social stability under a parliamentary monarchy
  2. 02Exemplary taxation regime
  3. 03Easy access to the EU and global market
  4. 04Highly skilled and diverse workforce
  5. 05Business friendly policies
  6. 06Favorable business incentives and grant schemes
  7. 07Stable and competitive economy
  8. 08Valuable international relations
  9. 09Dynamic and emerging industries
  10. 10High quality traditional and digital infrastructure

Company Formation Luxembourg – How to Register

Company formation in Luxembourg is made easy with Bolder Launch’s incorporation services. We can help you with the processes needed to successfully and firmly set up your company in Luxembourg. To assist you with every step needed to get you closer to your company formation, we have simplified the process into steps. Check out our timeline below!

Contact us for a free consultation, and quote, to see what the required solution would be for your firm.

Timeline and procedure of Luxembourg company formation

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STEP 1: Choose the form of the company and its relevant components 

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STEP 2: Verify the availability and reservations of the chosen company name 

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STEP 3: Collection of KYC documents 

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STEP 4: Open a bank account on behalf of the company in process of being incorporated 

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STEP 5: Deposit the minimum capital requirement 

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STEP 6: Drafting of the company deed and supporting documents by the notary 

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STEP 7: Issuance of the blocking certificate by the bank attesting that an amount equivalent to the share capital of the company is blocked on its bank account 

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STEP 8: Signing of the deed of incorporation  

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STEP 9: At this stage, the company is incorporated 

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STEP 10: Send the deblocking certificate to the bank and the share capital is available 

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Types of Businesses to Register in Luxembourg

All the companies are registered at the Trade and Companies Register in Luxembourg. Depending on the type of activity, a business license may be requested. 

Sole proprietorship

This is the simplest type of business since an entrepreneur is the only party involved in the business and the business decisions. It does not have a separate legal personality.

Partnership

Luxembourg introduced the Special Limited Partnership or Société en commandite spéciale (SCSp). It is composed of at least one general partner and one limited partner.

Capital company

Capital companies consist of capital contributions in the form of transferable company shares, such as partnership limited by shares, private LLC and public limited company.

Luxembourg Company Formation – Why Work with Bolder Launch?

When establishing or maintaining a company or a special purpose vehicle (SPV), it is crucial to work with an experienced professional and business partner. In an increasingly complex financial environment, an expert partner can help understand and manage risks.

Bolder Launch has extensive credentials in managing companies and SPVs for corporate and institutional clients, alternative investment managers and capital market participants. Our services include multi-jurisdictional tax and operational structuring. We keep our clients informed of regulatory, legislative and compliance matters, so they are in good standing with local and international requirements.

Nicolas Charbonnet

Head of Corporate

Our Luxembourg Company Formation Services

Bolder Launch provides incorporation services for all kinds of businesses looking for expanding avenues in Luxembourg. We can help SMEs and multinational companies from around the world to set up and accomplish business goals in Luxembourg. Our extensive services include:

Company Formation

Company Formation

Market Entry

Corporate Support

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Relocate Staff

Corporate Support

Market Entry

Accounting

Accounting

Legal

Legal

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Locations We Serve

Give Your Business a Headstart in Luxembourg


The Americas

  • United States
  • Cayman Islands
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Nevis
  • Curaçao

EMEA

  • The Netherlands
  • Luxembourg
  • Switzerland
  • Slovakia

Asia

  • Singapore
  • Hong Kong
  • The Philippines

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. In Luxembourg, the company validly exists immediately after the signature of the deed by the notary and before its registration with the Luxembourg Trade and Companies Register.

In such case, the notary issues a "certificat de coutume", which is an equivalent of the Trade and Companies Register certificate.

The notary signs a deblocking certificate to be shared with the bank attesting that the company has been incorporated. Assuming that all the KYC formalities have been properly performed by the bank, the company can use the cash upon receipt of the certificate from the bank.

On the same deed of incorporation, a resolution from the shareholders is taken to appoint directors who can act immediately after incorporation.

Yes. However, the formalities may differ depending on the form of the company.

Yes. Professionals in the financial sector are required to obtain a license from the Ministry of Finance (Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier).

Yes. Regardless of the type of registered business you have, it is necessary to have a physical address in Luxembourg.

It depends. A business permit/license is required for those who engage in specific activities. However, there are also special cases and other relevant permits for certain types of professions.

The taxes applicable to companies in Luxembourg are corporate income taxes. Companies are also required to apply value-added tax to the products and services that they offer.

Yes. A bank account with the appropriate share capital in a Luxembourg bank is an essential requirement in setting up a company in Luxembourg

Guide to Luxembourg Company Formation

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