Start a Business in Gibraltar

First establish what your business needs

Company incorporation is one component of business establishment. Depending on the proposed activities, you may also need registrations, licences, premises, banking, accounting and employment arrangements. The correct sequence matters.

Corporate and administrative support

Discuss a suitable incorporation and administration process.
Coordinate company formation, registered office and secretarial arrangements.
Assist with corporate records and continuing filings.
Coordinate with appropriate accounting, legal, tax and other professional providers where their advice is required.
Help arrange introductions for banking and payment applications.

Who we work with

Founders establishing a Gibraltar venture, overseas businesses opening an operation, professional practices and advisers acting for their clients can contact us at an early stage. We can identify the services Sparta can provide and those requiring separate professional authorisation.

Start with a short outline

Explain what you sell or provide, where your customers and owners are based, whether you expect to employ anyone locally and your proposed start date. We can then discuss the appropriate next steps.

Questions clients ask

Does every Gibraltar business need a company?: Not necessarily. The appropriate legal form depends on the activities, ownership, commercial needs and applicable rules.
Do I need a business licence?: Requirements depend on the activity. Some businesses need specific licences or registrations. We can help identify the appropriate authority or specialist adviser.
Can you help with Gibraltar payroll and accounting?: Sparta describes coordination and related support, with work that requires other professional permissions handled separately as appropriate.
Does incorporation allow me to trade immediately?: Not necessarily. Consider client onboarding, trade or regulatory permissions, relevant registrations and banking before commencing activities.

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