Entities that have been incorporated in non-English speaking jurisdictions are required to submit the original documents PLUS the English version translated by a certified translator.
The Registry ONLY accept incorporation documents in English Language.
The certificate of good standing option will not be available if the company is currently not in good standing with the Registry. Please contact the Registry cigenreg@gov.ky to determine what needs to be done to bring the company into good standing.
The share capital can be changed by resolution which should state
The resolution is to be sent to ROC through grmanual@gov.ky along with the filing fee.
CAP users to file through the relevant share capital options.
The financial year end can be changed by resolution. The resolution is to be sent to ROC through grmanual@gov.ky along with filing fee.
CAP users to file through optional filing.
The nature of business can be changed by resolution. The Registrar should be notified of such changes:
Companies without a licensed CSP as registered office: Update in CBP when filing annual returns
Companies with Licensed CSP as registered office: Update in CAP
The Registry does not provide legal/business advice. The type of company that is most appropriate for your business model is best determined through consultation with your Legal Counsel.
ROC accepts a certificate of good standing (“COGS”) from other jurisdictions that have been issued no longer than 30 days before the application to the Registry has been submitted. COGS issued by ROC have no expiry date and it is left to the compliance requirements of the requesting institution to determine the criteria for acceptance. ROC suggests 30 days after the issue date.
Any company which carries on business without having a registered office, shall incur a penalty of ten dollars for every day during which business is so carried on. The maximum penalty being $500.
Companies are listed for strike-off after 30 days of not notifying the Registrar of the appointment of a registered office. If that situation is not remedied the company will be removed from the Register on the next strike date.
A registered office address should state the physical location (street name & number, district and country) and the mailing address (Post box number and postal code). Companies which utilize the services of a CSP for its registered office is required to include the name of the CSP in the address.