Can you transfer a company to Gibraltar without starting again?

Yes. Re-domiciliation allows a company to transfer its registration to Gibraltar while preserving its legal identity, existing contracts, brand history, and corporate record. The company continues as the same legal entity — just registered in a new jurisdiction.

Who is this for?

Companies currently registered in another jurisdiction that want to move to Gibraltar for tax, regulatory, or operational reasons — without the disruption of dissolving and re-incorporating.

How does re-domiciliation work?

Continuity of identity

The company retains its legal personality, contracts, bank accounts, licences, and history. There is no dissolution and no new company — just a change of registered jurisdiction.

Process

The company applies to the Gibraltar Companies House for continuation in Gibraltar, while simultaneously applying to deregister in the current jurisdiction. We manage both processes in coordination with your advisers in the departing jurisdiction.

Documentation

Adapted memorandum and articles that comply with Gibraltar company law, board resolutions, shareholder approvals, and a certificate of good standing from the current jurisdiction.

How it works

1. 1

   Eligibility assessment

   We confirm that the departing jurisdiction permits outward continuation and that Gibraltar can accept the company.

2. 2

   Compliance and due diligence

   Full KYC/AML on beneficial owners and a review of the company's history and current status.

3. 3

   Document preparation

   Adapted memorandum and articles, board and shareholder resolutions, good standing certificate.

4. 4

   Filing in Gibraltar

   Application to the Companies House for continuation in Gibraltar.

5. 5

   Deregistration in departing jurisdiction

   Coordinated with your local advisers to complete the departure process.

Key considerations

• Not all jurisdictions permit outward re-domiciliation. We can advise on whether this route is available for your company.
• The company's existing contracts, liabilities, and obligations continue unchanged. This is a key advantage over dissolution and re-incorporation.
• Tax advice is essential. The move may trigger exit taxes in the departing jurisdiction or change the company's tax residence.
• Banking and regulatory relationships should be reviewed before the transfer to ensure they continue post-move.

Frequently asked questions

• How long does re-domiciliation take?

  Typically 2-4 months, depending on the speed of deregistration in the departing jurisdiction. The Gibraltar registration process itself is relatively quick.

• Does the company keep its existing contracts?

  Yes. The company retains its legal identity, so all existing contracts, agreements, and obligations continue unchanged.

• Will we need to inform counterparties?

  Generally yes, as a matter of good practice — though legally the company is the same entity. Banks, regulators, and key commercial counterparties should be notified of the change of jurisdiction.

• Are there tax implications?

  Potentially. The departing jurisdiction may impose exit taxes or clawback provisions. Gibraltar itself does not charge an entry tax. You should take tax advice in both jurisdictions before proceeding.

• Can any company re-domicile to Gibraltar?

  The departing jurisdiction must permit outward continuation, and Gibraltar must accept the company type. Most common company types (limited by shares) from major jurisdictions are eligible.

• What happens to the company number?

  The company receives a new Gibraltar registration number. The original number in the departing jurisdiction is cancelled as part of the deregistration process.