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Formation
Forex Company Formation — Jurisdiction Comparison
Bridging FX — 9+ years helping clients with company formation, licensing, compliance and regulated brokerage setups.
Bridging FX
Specialist in Forex jurisdiction & licensing
Founded2016
FocusDFSA / FSC / Others
Turnaround4–12 weeks
Quick Overview
Compare top brokerage jurisdictions — regulation strictness, tax benefits, cost, and setup speed. Use this to pick the best jurisdiction for your brokerage.
- Licensing & compliance support
- Corporate & tax planning
- Post-setup reporting
Why Choose Us?
- Expert advisory support
- Fast setup & integration
- Compliance guaranteed
- Custom solutions for your needs
- Ongoing support & reporting
Jurisdictions Interactive Map
Formation Breakdown
DFSA — Dubai
High regulatory standards (onshore)Onshore
- Regulation Strictness: High
- Tax Benefits: 0% Corporate Tax
- Setup Speed: 3–6 months
- Estimated Cost: $50k–$150k
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
FSC — Mauritius
International-friendly, medium regulationOffshore
- Regulation Strictness: Medium
- Tax Benefits: 3% Effective
- Setup Speed: 2–4 months
- Estimated Cost: Lower than DFSA
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
ADGM — Abu Dhabi (FSRA)
High regulatory standards (onshore)Onshore
- Regulation Strictness: High
- Tax Benefits: 0% Corporate Tax
- Setup Speed: 3–6 months
- Estimated Cost: $50k–$150k
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
FSA — Seychelles
International-friendly, medium regulationOffshore
- Regulation Strictness: Medium
- Tax Benefits: 3% Effective
- Setup Speed: 2–4 months
- Estimated Cost: Lower than DFSA
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
FSRA — St. Lucia
High regulatory standards (onshore)Onshore
- Regulation Strictness: High
- Tax Benefits: 0% Corporate Tax
- Setup Speed: 3–6 months
- Estimated Cost: $50k–$150k
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
AOFA — Comoros (Anjouan)
International-friendly, medium regulationOffshore
- Regulation Strictness: Medium
- Tax Benefits: 3% Effective
- Setup Speed: 2–4 months
- Estimated Cost: Lower than DFSA
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
LFSA — Malaysia
High regulatory standards (onshore)Onshore
- Regulation Strictness: High
- Tax Benefits: 0% Corporate Tax
- Setup Speed: 3–6 months
- Estimated Cost: $50k–$150k
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
FCA — United Kingdom
International-friendly, medium regulationOffshore
- Regulation Strictness: Medium
- Tax Benefits: 3% Effective
- Setup Speed: 2–4 months
- Estimated Cost: Lower than DFSA
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
CySEC — Cyprus
High regulatory standards (onshore)Onshore
- Regulation Strictness: High
- Tax Benefits: 0% Corporate Tax
- Setup Speed: 3–6 months
- Estimated Cost: $50k–$150k
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
ASIC — Australia
International-friendly, medium regulationOffshore
- Regulation Strictness: Medium
- Tax Benefits: 3% Effective
- Setup Speed: 2–4 months
- Estimated Cost: Lower than DFSA
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
IFSC — Belize
High regulatory standards (onshore)Onshore
- Regulation Strictness: High
- Tax Benefits: 0% Corporate Tax
- Setup Speed: 3–6 months
- Estimated Cost: $50k–$150k
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
VFSC — Vanuatu
International-friendly, medium regulationOffshore
- Regulation Strictness: Medium
- Tax Benefits: 3% Effective
- Setup Speed: 2–4 months
- Estimated Cost: Lower than DFSA
Pros/Cons: Pros: Global credibility, innovation hub. Cons: Stricter audits.
Our Services: Application drafting, compliance audits, integration with BridgeX CRM for DIFC reporting.
Comparison Table
Formation Jurisdictions
| Aspect | DFSA (Dubai) | FSC (Mauritius) | ADGM (Abu Dhabi) | FSA (Seychelles) | FSRA (St. Lucia) | AOFA (Comoros) | LFSA (Malaysia) | FCA (UK) | CySEC (Cyprus) | ASIC (Australia) | IFSC (Belize) | VFSC (Vanuatu) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regulation Strictness | High | Medium | High | Medium | High | Medium | High | Medium | High | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
| Tax Benefits | 0% | 3% Effective | 0% | 3% Effective | 0% | 3% Effective | 0% | 3% Effective | 0% | 3% Effective | 0% | 3% Effective | 1.5–2% |
| Setup Speed | 3–6 Months | 2–4 Months | 3–6 Months | 2–4 Months | 3–6 Months | 2–4 Months | 3–6 Months | 2–4 Months | 3–6 Months | 2–4 Months | 3–6 Months | 2–4 Months | 3–5 Months |
| Cost | $50k–$150k | Lower | $50k–$150k | Lower | $50k–$150k | Lower | $50k–$150k | Lower | $50k–$150k | Lower | $50k–$150k | Lower | Medium |
| Market Credibility | High | Good | High | Good | High | Good | High | Good | High | Good | High | Good | Medium |
Formation Process
Formation Breakdown
Formation Process (Detailed)
A clear step-by-step approach with timelines — we handle documentation, licensing, and reporting.
1
Initial Consultation
Assess business goals, jurisdiction fit, and document checklist — custom proposal with timeline & cost.
2
Preparation & Registration
Company incorporation, bank introductions, compliance setup, and licensed personnel as required.
3
Submission & Approval
Submit to regulator, respond to queries, and complete pre-launch checks. Typical regulator timelines vary.
4
Launch & Post-Setup
Operational handover, compliance reporting, CRM and back-office integration options.
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Let’s Choose your Formation
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