Our Services

Personal Tax Services

• Individual self-assessment tax return
• Review of your UK tax position
• Registering you with HM Revenue & Customs for a UTR number
• Dealing with the preparation and filing of past self-assessment tax returns
• UK taxation advice relevant to your personal situation
• Application for Tax Residence Certificates

UK Company Services

If you wish to set up a UK company for group holdings, domestic and international trade or intellectual property maximisation we can help you with all aspects from formation to annual statutory and financial maintenance and compliance.

We can assist with the formation and statutory/financial maintenance of a LTD, PLC and LLP entity

We can offer estate planning consultancy services along with yacht and aircraft registration across multiple jurisdictions. We also provide crewing and personnel services as well as expert administration of ownership structures.

Authorised Agent Services

We are a UK-regulated agent authorised by Companies House to complete verification checks for overseas companies registering with the Register of Overseas Entities.

We are also an Authorised Corporate Service Provider Agent, likewise, authorised by Companies House to carry out verification checks on directors and Persons of Significant Control.

Limited Companies – LTD

The most commonly used corporate structure in the UK is the Limited Company (LTD). We facilitate the formation process electronically through software linked directly to Companies House and usually the new company is registered within one or two days.

There is no minimum standard share capital, however, we recommend incorporating a company with a share capital of £1,000. The corporate purpose is very broad allowing you to use the LTD according to your needs and business opportunities. We can provide registered officers.

Public Limited Company – PLC

Unlike the LTD a Joint Stock company must have an authorised minimum of £50,000 allotted share capital; 25% of the nominal value of those shares and any share premium must be fully paid-up before the PLC can commence business or exercise borrowing powers. It requires at least two owners (shareholders) and two directors and a qualified company secretary. A physical presence in London is not required nor are there any residency restrictions applied to the parties involved.

Limited Liabilities Partnership – LLP

An LLP is a legal business entity with limited liability. Two or more individuals or companies may form an LLP. Whilst the business is legally a body corporate and, in many ways, is similar to a LTD, the partners can limit their personal liability and avoid putting their personal assets at risk. An LLP is taxed as a partnership. An important feature of an LLP, which distinguishes it from a limited company, is that the members can define the rights and duties that they owe each other.

Banking Services

Opening current accounts: We can assist you with the opening and management of a corporate current account for UK trading companies with a virtual bank.

Corporate current accounts: UK residence of directors and/or shareholders is a requirement in most cases.

Trusts and Foundations

We have been providing trust and fiduciary services for three decades in numerous jurisdictions.

These structures are used for asset protection, succession planning, discretion as well as compliant tax planning. We form trusts, foundations and hybrids for families who require secure yet flexible asset protection. We draft trust deeds, prepare trust accounts, act as trustees and protectors.

We can provide a comprehensive and coordinated service to high-net-worth families.

Besides the financial, legal, tax, asset and investment management we are also able to assist with concierge and personal demands of family members including assistance with international philanthropic wishes.

Formation and Administration Services of Offshore Entities

Through our affiliated company Western Hong Kong Limited we can assist you with the formation and annual maintenance of offshore companies in jurisdictions such as Panama, New Zealand, Canada, Ireland, the BVI, the USA and UAE.

Please contact Irene Potter at info@westernhk.com for more details and to discuss your specific needs.