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Remote Incorporation · From Costa Rica

Company Incorporation in United Kingdom From Costa Rica

Register a Private Limited Company (Ltd) in United Kingdom without leaving Costa Rica. LegalKarobar.US handles name reservation, statutory filings with the Companies House, tax registration, and post-incorporation compliance — typical turnaround of 24–48 hours (standard online filing).

✓ Private Limited Company (Ltd) Formation ✓ 1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted) ✓ Tax ID & Bank Account Support ✓ Ongoing Compliance & Filings
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Why United Kingdom

Incorporating in United Kingdom From Costa Rica

  • Register a Private Limited Company (Ltd) in United Kingdom without relocating from Costa Rica
  • 1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted) — no restriction based on your country of residence
  • Companies House filings, tax registration & bank account support handled end-to-end
  • Ongoing compliance coordinated across Costa Rica and United Kingdom time zones

United Kingdom Incorporation Snapshot

Entity Type Private Limited Company (Ltd)
Regulator Companies House
Minimum Directors 1 Director (any nationality, no UK residency required)
Minimum Shareholders 1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted)
Formation Timeline 24–48 hours (standard online filing)
Minimum Capital £1 minimum issued share capital
Corporate Tax 19–25% Corporation Tax (small profits rate 19% under £50k, main rate 25% over £250k)
Step-by-Step

How We Incorporate Your United Kingdom Company From Costa Rica

1

Choose company name & check availability at Companies House

2

Appoint director(s) and register Person(s) with Significant Control

3

File incorporation (Form IN01) online with registered office address

4

Receive Certificate of Incorporation & company number

5

Register for Corporation Tax with HMRC within 3 months of trading

Documentation

What You'll Need From Costa Rica

  • Passport & proof of address for directors/PSCs (Persons with Significant Control)
  • UK registered office address (we provide this)
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • SIC code (business activity classification)
  • Details of share capital & shareholders
  • Common Questions

    United Kingdom Incorporation FAQs for Costa Rica-Based Founders

    Can a person or company from Costa Rica own 100% of a Private Limited Company (Ltd) in United Kingdom?

    In almost all cases, yes — United Kingdom permits 1 shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted), with no restriction based on the founder's country of origin, including Costa Rica.

    Do I need to travel from Costa Rica to United Kingdom to incorporate?

    No, the entire process is handled remotely. We prepare, notarise or apostille (where required), and file all documents with the Companies House on your behalf.

    How long does Private Limited Company (Ltd) registration in United Kingdom take when applying from Costa Rica?

    Typical turnaround is 24–48 hours (standard online filing), though courier time for notarised documents from Costa Rica can add a few extra days depending on your location.

    What tax rate will my United Kingdom company pay?

    United Kingdom applies 19–25% Corporation Tax (small profits rate 19% under £50k, main rate 25% over £250k). We review your structure to confirm the exact liability and identify any relief available under a tax treaty between United Kingdom and Costa Rica.

    Can profits be repatriated from United Kingdom back to Costa Rica?

    Yes, subject to United Kingdom's standard dividend distribution rules. Where a double tax treaty exists between United Kingdom and Costa Rica, we structure repatriation to take advantage of any available relief.

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