Seychelles: Corporate, Investment & Dispute Advisory for Global and Africa-Focused Businesses

By ClintonOur Publications

 

The Seychelles is a well-established international business jurisdiction, known for its favourable corporate laws, tax neutrality, and flexible structures like International Business Companies (IBCs), trusts, and foundations. It offers a strategic base for technology companies, private equity funds, family offices, and international trading businesses seeking an efficient platform for cross-border operations into Africa, Asia, and beyond.

Clinton Consultancy delivers end-to-end advisory in Seychelles — from company formation and licensing, to dispute resolution and asset recovery — combining our Africa-wide network with deep sector experience.

Why Choose Clinton Consultancy in Seychelles

Clinton Consultancy is arguably the most networked law firm and consultancy house on the African continent, with a presence that bridges African markets and leading offshore jurisdictions like Seychelles. UK- and Africa-trained, our leadership combines lobbying expertise, cross-border transactional experience, and bespoke client solutions.
We model our service delivery on the Big Four consultancies — offering global-standard execution at more competitive and accessible rates. Many of our consultants have worked for firms like PwC, giving our clients the comfort of international best practice backed by regional insight.

1. Corporate & Regulatory

  • Incorporation of IBCs, Companies (Special Licence), and other permitted corporate forms.

  • Substance planning (resident directors, core income-generating activities, governance cadence).

  • Financial Services Authority (FSA) licensing for funds, fintech, and financial services.

  • Freeport registration for eligible re-export and logistics businesses.

  • Annual statutory filings, corporate secretarial services, and compliance calendars.

2. Financial & Transactional

  • Fund domiciliation and structuring for private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds.

  • Cross-border tax structuring using Seychelles’ tax neutrality and treaty access where applicable.

  • M&A legal coordination and transactional due diligence.

  • Trust and foundation setup for asset protection, wealth management, and succession planning.

3. Immigration & Mobility

  • Residence permits for investors, professionals, and self-employed individuals.

  • Work permits for expatriate employees.

  • Relocation and settlement assistance for dependants.

4. Risk & Disputes

  • Commercial litigation and arbitration in Seychelles and recognised offshore arbitration forums.

  • Asset tracing and recovery in fraud and non-performance cases.

  • Regulatory dispute handling with the FSA or other authorities.

5. Sector-Specific Advisory

  • Fintech and digital asset licensing under Seychelles’ regulatory framework.

  • Family office structuring for UHNWIs with cross-border holdings.

  • Intellectual property registration and portfolio management.

6. Strategic Services

  • Market entry feasibility studies for Seychelles as a regional hub.

  • Lobbying and policy engagement for sector-specific regulatory improvements.

  • Multi-jurisdictional coordination for Africa-wide investment and operational strategies.

Private Equity & Fund Services in Seychelles

Pre-Investment Due Diligence

  • Beneficial ownership and corporate structure verification.

  • Regulatory compliance and licensing checks.

  • Litigation, insolvency, and dispute history searches.

  • Political exposure and reputational risk assessments.

Transaction Support

  • Risk-adjusted investment structuring.

  • Contract review and negotiation.

  • Regulatory liaison to expedite approvals.

  • Post-investment compliance monitoring.

Dispute Resolution & Recovery

  • Civil and criminal litigation for fraud, breach of contract, or non-performance.

  • Asset tracing and enforcement of judgments.

  • Cross-border coordination for multi-jurisdictional disputes.

  • Injunctions and freezing orders to preserve assets.

Fee Categories (amounts provided upon consultation)

  • Transaction Review & Structuring

  • Due Diligence & Intelligence Gathering

  • Litigation & Dispute Management

  • Asset Recovery & Enforcement

  • Post-Investment Compliance Monitoring

Contact Us

If you are considering Seychelles for your corporate structure, fund domicile, or dispute resolution strategy, contact us for a confidential consultation:

 

 

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