Incorporation & Registration
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We truly enjoy helping our clients achieve their ambitions for International Expansion

The first step in the process for International Expansion is to form a company via an incorporation in a new market or jurisdiction. Each jurisdiction has its own legal framework to rule and govern businesses activities and at H&CO we have specialists to help navigate the complexities no matter what the country.

Entering a new market isn’t done once you’ve incorporated. To help our clients be able to fully operate we also assist with all necessary registrations like registering to be an employer or for tax identification numbers.

H&CO’s experts are here to help make sure you are able to achieve your business objectives. It is important to notice that an entity formation process widely varies from country to country. It could take less than 24 hours up to many months depending where one has chosen to incorporate an entity. Also, the intial documentation package to start a business may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, but rest assured our experts are here to guide you.

Why H&CO Global Expansion
H&CO empowers people and organizations to achieve their goals through top-tier international professional services. With a network spanning 30 countries and expertise in over a 100, we drive global expansion. Our local knowledge, advanced technology, and strong partnerships ensure clients' smooth and timely success in new markets.
H&CO is dedicated to providing first-class support for global ambitions.
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Global Entity Management Services
Optimize your international operations with our Global Entity Management services, designed to ensure compliance, streamline processes, and reduce risks across multiple jurisdictions. From establishing entities to maintaining compliance with ever-changing regulations, we provide tailored solutions to meet your global business needs. Our team of experts manages your corporate governance, regulatory filings, and statutory obligations, freeing up your time to focus on growth. By centralizing the management of your global entities, we help reduce complexity and improve operational efficiency.
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Global Company Formation & Registration
Expand your business into new markets effortlessly with our Global Company Formation & Registration services. We guide you through every step of the incorporation process, ensuring compliance with local regulations and addressing all legal and administrative requirements. Whether forming a subsidiary, branch, or representative office, our team provides expert advice tailored to your business objectives. With a global presence and local expertise, we make the complex process of establishing your company in foreign jurisdictions seamless and efficient.
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Entity Selection for Foreign Expansion & Investments
Maximize the success of your international ventures with our Entity Selection for Foreign Expansion & Investments services. Our team evaluates your business objectives, market strategy, and tax implications to recommend the most suitable legal structure for your global operations. From limited liability companies to joint ventures, we help you navigate complex regulatory frameworks while minimizing risks and maximizing tax efficiency. With a strategic entity in place, you’ll be positioned for long-term success and sustainable growth in international markets.

International Registered Agents Services
Stay compliant with local regulations and maintain a professional presence with our International Registered Agent services. Acting as your legal representative in foreign jurisdictions, we handle official correspondence, service of process, and legal notices. Our team ensures timely and accurate communication, protecting your business from penalties and maintaining compliance. Whether you’re expanding into one country or multiple, our global network provides a reliable, single-point solution to simplify your operations and reduce the administrative burden.
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Registered Office Address
Establish a credible presence in global markets with our Registered Office services. We provide official business addresses in prime locations worldwide, ensuring compliance with legal requirements for maintaining a registered office. Our service includes mail forwarding, document management, and professional representation, enhancing your company’s reputation and accessibility. Whether you’re starting a new entity or maintaining an existing one, our registered office solutions help you meet statutory obligations while projecting a professional image to clients and stakeholders.
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Cross Border Business Banking Services by Entity Management Service Provider
Facilitate seamless international financial transactions with our Cross-Border Business Banking services. We assist with opening business bank accounts in multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local and international banking regulations. From navigating complex paperwork to managing currency exchange and transaction fees, our team provides comprehensive support. With tailored solutions for global businesses, we help you access banking networks, optimize cash flow, and reduce financial risks, ensuring your operations run smoothly across borders.
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International Entity Annual Filing and Reporting
Ensure your global entities remain in good standing with our International Entity Annual Filing and Reporting services. We manage the preparation and submission of annual financial statements, tax filings, and regulatory reports, ensuring compliance with local laws. Our team monitors deadlines, handles correspondence with authorities, and keeps your business informed of any changes in reporting requirements. By entrusting us with these critical tasks, you can focus on growth while maintaining compliance and avoiding costly penalties.
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Global Entity Document Management
Simplify the organization of your corporate records with our Global Entity Document Management services. We provide a secure, centralized platform for storing, managing, and retrieving documents across all jurisdictions. From incorporation certificates to meeting minutes, our system ensures your records are up-to-date and accessible whenever needed. Our team handles document filing, renewal tracking, and compliance checks, helping you maintain an accurate corporate history while reducing administrative burdens and ensuring regulatory compliance.
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Compliance with Annual Obligations
Meet your statutory requirements effortlessly with our Compliance with Annual Obligations services. We handle all necessary filings, renewals, and disclosures to ensure your business stays in good standing. Our team monitors deadlines, prepares documents, and submits them to the appropriate authorities, eliminating the risk of non-compliance. From corporate tax filings to shareholder reports, we provide end-to-end support tailored to your global operations. Let us take care of your annual obligations so you can focus on your business.

Global Corporate Secretarial Services
Simplify corporate governance with our Global Corporate Secretarial services, designed to support businesses across multiple jurisdictions. We handle board meeting coordination, preparation of resolutions, maintenance of statutory registers, and submission of corporate filings. Our team ensures compliance with local regulations and best practices, enabling you to focus on strategic decisions. Whether managing a single entity or a multinational portfolio, we provide reliable and efficient secretarial support, helping you maintain transparency and meet legal obligations.

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Income tax planning
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High Net Worth Individual Accounting Services
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Income Tax Preparation Services
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International Tax Planning and International Tax Preparation
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Estate Tax Planning and Compliance
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Gift Tax Planning and Compliance
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Charitable Tax Planning and Compliance
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Family Office Tax Services
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Real Estate Tax Planning and Real Estate Tax Preparation
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IRS Tax Audit Representation Services

We're the complete tax service solution
Our Individual Tax Services:
We offer comprehensive taxation services that go beyond basic tax preparation and filing your taxes online. Our experienced tax professionals provide full service and comprehensive services from income planning, tax preparation, to IRS representation, and ensure the accuracy of your federal and state income tax returns. Trust H&CO for reliable and guaranteed tax assistance.
Common Tax Questions
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What should I consider when expanding globally?
There is a lot to consider, but H&CO is here to make what can seem complex very simple.
The key consideration is aligning your business goals with the markets you are looking to enter and a strategic plan in place that helps you achieve those goals. Once you’ve chosen your route to global expansion you should consider ensuring you are operating effectively and compliantly in those markets so you achieve your goals.
Are you looking for international growth? Our team can help you determine the best markets to enter to grow your business
Are you looking for to save costs by outsourcing to another country? Our team has the expertise to help here.
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What country should I choose to expand into?
When expanding globally it is important to consider the main reasons for your expansion and then determining which market and country will help you best to achieve your goals. For example If your expanding to grow your revenue then a market analysis can be done to see where you’d have the most success selling your goods or services.
Alternatively if you are looking to lower costs there are key markets for this as well dependant on your needs as well as areas like language skills and cultural fits when looking at staff.
Get in touch with our team to help walk you through the best countries for your business to expand.
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What is the cost of expanding my business globally?
Costs for expanding globally can vary greatly between countries, strategies and the size of the business growth. Contact our team and we can quickly provide you detailed costs based on your business needs.
If you are looking to hire one employee in one country the costs may be significantly less than in your home country. However if you are looking to enter into multiple countries you need to not only consider the cost of your local providers in each country but also for your central team to manage what could be many providers.
H&CO can streamline all of this for you so that you have one key provider allowing you to control your cost structure when operating globally.
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How much time would it take me to establish an entity in a new country?
The time to establish in a new country can vary from days to months depending on the country. In addition when you are setting up to operate and employee people in a new country it’s important to not just consider the time of incorporating but also how long it takes to register with local authorities and set up bank accounts.
Our team of experts can provide you with exact timings and plans to get you up and operating quickly no matter the country.
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What are the operational risks of expanding globally?
Global Expansion is a great opportunity but ensuring that your operations are run correctly outside your home country is the major risk to consider in order to maximize your investment.
Non compliance with local regulations or not meeting payroll for your employees can mean that your global expansion goals suffer (or fail completely), but they will also take up significant time from your management teams back at headquarters.
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Is it better to use a local or global provider when expanding internationally?
This is a major question companies face. Often local providers can seem more cost effective but in order to maximize that cost effectiveness you must have internal teams that can manage multiple local providers and be able to speak their language to ensure a smooth and compliant operation. Also, it is key any local provider understands international companies as the management of operations for these companies is different.
Global providers, llike H&CO, can give you one firm to manage all your global compliance and when like H&CO they also have expertise on the ground you get the best local knowledge combined with global effeciencies.
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How can I manage a global workforce?
Managing a workforce across multiple countries can be a challenge. By utlizing a global provider, like H&CO, who has local expertise in HR, Payroll, and EOR services you can ensure you have a solution that keeps your employees paid on time and compliant while your Group HR team has their knowledge suplemented by global experts. -
What is EOR?
EOR stands for Employer of Record and is when a third party organization employes a person (or multiple people) on behalf of another organization. This is often used internationally as a way to employ staff when the company wishing to hire an employee doesn’t have a local entity. The service normally includes directly employing the person to a local entity and handling payroll, taxes, benefits, and compliance.
Need personalized consultation for global expansion services?
We have extensive experience in creating tailored strategies and structures to meet your unique business needs worldwide.
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