Unlocking Global Opportunity: Cross-Border Structures & Re-Domiciliation under Gibraltar Law

Gibraltar’s position as a dynamic financial centre makes it a preferred destination for international businesses seeking efficient cross-border structures seamless corporate administration and flexible re-domiciliation options. Hassans plays a pivotal role in advising on and executing these complex strategies adding specialist value through legal expertise and efficient project management.

Why Gibraltar? Strategic Advantages for International Businesses

Gibraltar offers a robust legal framework based on English common law delivering predictability and strong investor protections for global clients. Notable regulatory benefits include:

• Highly competitive corporate tax rates of 15%
• Zero VAT and no capital gains or inheritance tax
• Political stability and bilateral arrangements with the UK ensuring market access
• Proximity to major European African and Middle Eastern markets

Whether forming new entities implementing holding structures or managing international funds Gibraltar’s business environment supports cost-effective cross-border solutions.

Re-Domiciliation: Bringing Your Company to Gibraltar

Re-domiciliation allows companies to relocate their legal home to Gibraltar or move out without dissolution or asset transfer preserving both operational history and existing legal obligations. The streamlined process under the Gibraltar Companies Act includes:

• Eligibility checks covering both home and Gibraltar jurisdiction requirements
• Special shareholder resolutions certificates of incorporation and good standing and up-to-date annual returns
• Filing with Gibraltar’s Companies House and registering a local address
• Preserving contracts intellectual property and regulatory licences

Gibraltar’s re-domiciliation regime offers strategic access to the UK financial market and tax efficiency making it particularly attractive for sectors such as financial services insurance gaming fintech and international trade. Reciprocity rules mean that eligibility depends on both Gibraltar and the originating jurisdiction so professional guidance is essential.

Outbound Re-Domiciliation: Moving Gibraltar Companies Abroad

For businesses with expansion ambitions Gibraltar law also enables outbound re-domiciliation helping local companies migrate to other jurisdictions. This is relevant for firms seeking growth in regions with different regulatory or commercial incentives. The process supported by expert legal drafting and due diligence preserves business continuity while meeting compliance standards in the target country.

Cross-Border Structures: M&A Holding Companies and Trusts

Gibraltar is increasingly used for cross-border mergers and acquisitions group holdings joint ventures and succession planning for international families. The regime supports innovative structures leveraging trusts investment vehicles and holding companies all managed within a compliant and tax-efficient framework. Hassans advises on due diligence deal structuring cross-border mergers and risk mitigation ensuring seamless transactions that preserve assets and corporate identity.

How Hassans Adds Value

Navigating cross-border corporate structures and re-domiciliation requires a blend of technical expertise local know-how and international perspective. Our services include:

• Proactive eligibility assessment and regulatory guidance
• Drafting shareholder resolutions articles of association and compliance documentation
• Liaising with Gibraltar and overseas authorities to secure approvals and manage filings
• Coordinating tax regulatory and commercial advice for a smooth relocation or restructuring
• Supporting onward expansion M&A activity and international investment strategies

We combine deep local relationships with UK and global partners ensuring fast efficient service and ongoing legal support whether your business is moving to from or within Gibraltar.

Contact Us for Bespoke Solutions

If you are considering cross-border structuring or re-domiciling your entity our experienced team offers tailored advice to safeguard your interests optimise tax outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance. Let us help you unlock Gibraltar’s advantages for your international business ambitions. Please contact me today and subscribe here for more insights on this topic here.