Carrying on Business in Bermuda

When an entity needs a licence or permit to carry on business in the Bermuda domestic market, and how to apply.

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When you need a license

Local entities, exempted entities, and the exceptions.


Applying for a local company license

For a local company where Bermudian control is below sixty per cent.


Applying for an exempted company license

To carry on business in Bermuda beyond the permitted exceptions.


Applying for an LLC license

The LLC equivalents of the company licence regime.


Applying for an overseas company or partnership permit

For entities formed outside Bermuda.


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