Corporate Services

Fiduciary Trust Service Provider

PYGG is a fully licensed fiduciary trust service provider in Curaçao, regulated by the Central Bank of Curaçao and St. Maarten. We uphold the highest fiduciary standards, ensuring unwavering loyalty, care, confidentiality, and accountability in managing assets for our clients and beneficiaries.

Our fiduciary services cater to corporate clients, private individuals, and their successors, offering expertise in:

• Asset protection & estate planning
• Company formation, domiciliation & management
• Legal, financial, accounting & tax advisory

With over 100 years of combined expertise and cutting-edge technological resources, we simplify complex and straightforward business operations while aligning with short- and long-term financial objectives. Our extensive global network connects clients with top-tier tax, legal, and financial professionals, ensuring compliance and optimal financial structuring.

Private Foundations (SPF - Stichting Particulier Fonds)

The Curaçao Private Foundation (SPF) is a flexible estate planning tool designed for asset protection and succession planning. Originally established for charitable and non-profit purposes, it now serves as a trust-like structure with enhanced privacy benefits.

Key Features:

• Legal separation of assets from the founder’s estate

• Limited distribution restrictions, allowing broad financial planning options

• Exemption from profit tax, making it ideal for international estate structuring

Governed by the 1998 SPF Law, the Curaçao Private Foundation is a powerful vehicle for individuals and families seeking a secure and tax-efficient way to manage wealth.

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Curaçao Investment Company (CIC/CBV)

Curaçao is a premier jurisdiction for asset protection, wealth management, and cross-border investments, particularly between Latin America and Europe.

The Curaçao Investment Company (CIC) is an internationally recognized vehicle for businesses and investors seeking passive income from a stable, business-friendly jurisdiction.

Why Establish a CIC?

• Attractive tax benefits for global investors
• Strong legal framework aligned with international standards
• Efficient regulatory environment with minimal bureaucracy

PYGG provides comprehensive support for establishing and managing CICs, handling everything from company formation to ongoing compliance, ensuring a smooth and efficient setup. [LEARN MORE]

Other Structures for Doing Business

Curaçao offers a diverse range of legal entities tailored to various business, financial, and estate planning needs. PYGG is happy to assist in setting up and managing these structures, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and long-term success for our clients.

• Foundation (Stichting) – A legal entity without shareholders, primarily used for charitable or non-profit purposes.
• Association (Vereniging) – A membership-based organization designed for non-profit activities such as clubs, unions, and professional groups.
• Cooperative (Coöperatie) – A business structure where members engage in economic activities for mutual benefit, commonly used in finance, agriculture, and insurance.
• Mutual Guarantee Company (Onderlinge Waarborgmaatschappij) – A specialized cooperative primarily used in the insurance sector for risk-sharing among members.
• Public Limited Liability Company (Naamloze Vennootschap, N.V.) – A corporate entity suitable for larger businesses, allowing for public or private share issuance.
• Private Limited Liability Company (Besloten Vennootschap, B.V.) – A flexible corporate structure with restricted share transfers, ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises.
• Public Partnership (Openbare Vennootschap, OV) – A partnership where all partners are jointly and severally liable, often used for professional services or family businesses.
• Silent Partnership (Niet Openbare Vennootschap, NOV) – A partnership where one or more partners remain undisclosed to third parties, commonly used for investment and joint ventures.
• Limited Partnership (Commanditaire Vennootschap, CV) – A partnership with general partners who manage the business and limited partners who contribute capital but have no managerial authority or liability beyond their investment.

E-Commerce & Digital Business

 Curaçao has emerged as a leading e-commerce hub, offering a robust ICT infrastructure, including:

• A Tier IV data center for secure hosting solutions
• Direct satellite & submarine fiber-optic connectivity
• One of the fastest and most reliable internet services in the Caribbean

Business-Friendly E-Commerce Regulations

• Legally recognized electronic agreements, supporting seamless digital transactions
• Economic incentives tailored for e-commerce companies
• Regulated and supervised internet gaming & entertainment industry

With its business-friendly regulatory framework, Curaçao provides an ideal environment for e-commerce, fintech, and digital entrepreneurs looking to establish a presence in a tax-efficient jurisdiction.