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Wealth Planning Engineering: Combined Structures
Wealth planning requires legal and corporate engineering capable of integrating multiple instruments—such as trusts, holding companies, LLCs, BVI companies, wills, and shareholders’ agreements. This coordinated set of tools is commonly referred to as a combined structure. In the BVI context, the most commonly used combination includes: A BVI company for the centralization of international assets; A trust for succession planning and asset protection; LLCs in other jurisdiction

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19 hours ago1 min read


DAA, DCBE and Beyond: Obligations of Brazilian Residents with Assets Abroad
The management of international wealth by Brazilian tax residents requires heightened attention to tax and regulatory obligations. Brazilian legislation, which is constantly evolving and aligned with global transparency standards, imposes a series of reporting requirements designed to identify and tax assets held outside the country. Below are the main obligations applicable to individuals and entities with international investments or structures, such as bank accounts, offsh

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3 days ago2 min read


New Registration Requirements in the BVI: Enhanced Corporate Security
As of January 2, 2025, companies incorporated in the British Virgin Islands are subject to new corporate requirements that significantly increase corporate transparency. The main changes focus on the centralization and continuous updating of corporate registers, ensuring that competent authorities have fast and accurate access to information, without resulting in unrestricted public disclosure. One of the key changes is the mandatory filing of the Register of Members (ROM) w

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Feb 32 min read


Use of Joint Tenancy in BVI Companies
In international wealth and succession planning, the choice of share ownership structure can directly impact the efficiency and continuity of a corporate structure. In the British Virgin Islands (BVI), one of the most commonly used mechanisms for this purpose is Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship (JTWRS) . What is Joint Tenancy? Joint Tenancy is a form of co-ownership in which two or more individuals jointly hold title to the same shares. Its key feature is the Right of

Aurora
Jan 92 min read


Changing Your Registered Agent in the BVI: When Is the Right Time?
Every company in the BVI must maintain an authorized Registered Agent (RA) in the jurisdiction. It is not uncommon for a Registered Agent to undergo administrative or corporate changes that may lead to service and support levels falling below expectations — and sometimes even result in excessive, unjustified, or unexpected costs. In such cases, shareholders and/or directors may choose to change their Registered Agent. The process to transfer a Registered Agent with Aurora, fo

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Dec 9, 20251 min read


STF Reaffirms Unconstitutionality of ITCMD Taxation on Donations and Inheritances Involving Foreign Elements
The Brazilian Federal Supreme Court (STF) has once again ruled on the collection of the Inheritance and Donation Tax (ITCMD) in situations involving assets, donors, or heirs located abroad, reinforcing the understanding that Brazilian states and the Federal District lack the authority to impose the tax in such cases without a prior federal supplementary law. In the judgment of Direct Action of Unconstitutionality (ADI) No. 6,838, the STF Plenary struck down provisions of Law

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Nov 24, 20252 min read


Responsibilities of the Registered Agent
In the British Virgin Islands (BVI) , the role of the Registered Agent is essential for the incorporation and ongoing maintenance of companies. It is a legal requirement established under the BVI Business Companies Act , which mandates that every company incorporated in the jurisdiction must, at all times, retain a duly licensed agent to act as its local representative and to ensure full compliance with all regulatory obligations before the Financial Services Commission (F

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Nov 17, 20251 min read


The Role of the Registered Agent in the BVI — and How Aurora Stands Out in This Market with Excellence
In the British Virgin Islands (BVI), every company must, by law, be linked to a registered agent duly licensed by the local authority, the Financial Services Commission (FSC). This Registered Agent acts as the company’s legal representative before the government and is responsible for ensuring compliance with local regulations and maintaining mandatory corporate records. The registered agent’s duties include: Incorporation of the company and filing of legal documents; Mainten

Aurora
Sep 24, 20253 min read


Why Choose the BVI for Incorporating Your Offshore Company?
In a global environment that increasingly demands transparency, legal certainty, asset protection, and tax efficiency, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) stand out as one of the most attractive jurisdictions for investors seeking to establish offshore companies. Key Advantages Compared to Other Jurisdictions When compared to other jurisdictions, such as Panama, Belize, or the Bahamas, the BVI excel due to their unique combination of: Legal and political stability; Speed and sim
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Sep 17, 20252 min read
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