Puerto Rico

Company FormationPuerto Rico

The Free Associated State of Puerto Rico is a protected U.S. territory in the northeastern Caribbean Sea. It attracts foreign investors because of its legal security and wide range of preferences.

Entrepreneurs who register a business in San Juan or any other city in Puerto Rico can take advantage of tax benefits and deductions. Along with its financial appeal, this territory guarantees privacy.

Opening a company in Puerto Rico is advantageous because of its convenient geographical location and ease of doing business.

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Why Registera Company in Puerto Rico?

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Market access

Access to the market of Latin America, Canada, USA

Stability

Stable economic and political environment

Liberal

Absence of currency controls and regulations

Low taxes

The relatively low tax burden on business

Foreign capital

Ability to open a company in Puerto Rico with 100% foreign capital

Shareholder & director

Requires only one director and one shareholder, which can be the same person

Steps for Registeringa Company in Puerto Rico

Check the uniqueness of the company name in the Registro de Corporaciones y Entidades.

Register the company in Puerto Rico with the Department of State.

Apply to the Puerto Rico Treasury for an Employer Identification Number (EIN).

Obtain a business license (patente municipal)

Open a bank account.

Obtain additional permits and licenses (depending on the type of business).

Business Entitiesin Puerto Rico

  • Sole proprietorship
  • Limited Liability Company (LLC)
  • Partnership: limited – LP, limited liability – LLP
  • Corporation: C corp, S corp, B corp, closed, nonprofit
  • Cooperative

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