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EU-Registered Company  ·  Madeira, Portugal

Buy a Ready-Made Company
in Madeira, Portugal

Fast • EU-Compliant • 100% Remote

Purchase a ready-made company in Madeira and start operating in the European Union immediately — without waiting for incorporation. Clean corporate history, fully registered, ready for ownership transfer.

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EU Jurisdiction — Portuguese & EU law
5% Corporate Tax — IBCM licensed entity
100% Remote — No travel required
Why Madeira

Why Buy a Ready-Made Company in Madeira

Madeira combines EU credibility, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility — making it one of the most attractive jurisdictions for international business.

Immediate Market Entry
Skip incorporation delays. Get a fully registered, ready-to-use company structure and start operating in the EU from day one — no waiting, no bureaucracy.
EU Legal Standing & Full Compliance
Your company operates under Portuguese and EU law — giving you recognised credibility with European banks, partners, regulators, and institutions worldwide.
Flexible Ownership
No restrictions on foreign shareholders or directors. Full international ownership and control from anywhere in the world — 100% remote transfer possible.
Company Options

Madeira Company Options: LDA vs IBCM

Madeira offers two main company types for international business. Choose based on your operations and tax optimisation goals.

Tax Category Standard LDA
Local & EU-focused operations
IBCM Licensed Company ★ Recommended
International trading, IT, consulting, holding
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) 14.7% standard
11.9% SME rate on first €50,000
5% CIT on eligible profits
Subject to licensing & substance requirements
Value Added Tax (VAT) 22% (may be reduced) 22% (may be reduced)
Same VAT rates apply
Capital Gains Tax Taxed at 14.7% corporate rate Taxed at 5% IBCM rate
If qualifying under IBCM regime
Royalty Withholding Tax 25%
May reduce to 0–15% under treaties
0–10%
Depending on EU directives or treaties
Dividend Withholding Tax 28% standard
May reduce to 0–15% under EU directives
0% on dividends
To non-resident shareholders (subject to rules)
Interest Withholding Tax 25%
May reduce to 0–15% under treaties
0–10%
Depending on EU directives or treaty relief
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Key takeaway: The IBCM company offers one of the most competitive EU tax regimes — 5% CIT and 0% dividend withholding tax — while remaining fully EU-compliant and recognised worldwide.
What's Included

What's Included in the Ready-Made IBCM Package

Everything you need to start operating in the EU — delivered digitally, no travel required.

✦  Package Includes

IBCM Licensed Company — clean history, never traded, no debts

Certidão Permanente — official live extract from the Commercial Registry

Portuguese Corporate Tax Number (NIPC)

Transfer of shares to the new owner

Appointment of new directors or managers

Registration of authorised share capital and contribution after acquisition

Registration with Portuguese Tax Authorities and Social Security (if required)

Ready to Start?

Get your custom quote and see available IBCM companies — personally matched to your business goals.

100% Remote Process No travel to Madeira required — ever
  • Only your passport copy needed to start
  • Full document package delivered digitally
  • One partner for registration & compliance
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Free consultation · No commitment

Optional Add-Ons

Extra Optional Services

Need more than the base package? We cover everything — from banking to legal support — so you never need a second partner.

Corporate & Personal Bank Account
Assistance with opening a business or personal bank account in Portugal or EU.
Legal Address in Madeira
Registered office address in Madeira for your company — required for all official correspondence.
Accounting & Ongoing Compliance
Monthly bookkeeping, annual filings, and full compliance with Portuguese tax law.
VAT & EORI Registration
VAT and EORI number registration for companies involved in EU trading and import/export.
Apostilled Corporate Documents
Preparation of apostilled documents for international use — banks, contracts, and institutions worldwide.
Business & Legal Advisory
Strategic business advisory and legal support for structure, operations, and expansion decisions.
Company Amendments
Changes to shareholders, directors, business activities, registered address, or share capital.
Share Capital Registration
Registration or update of share capital in accordance with Portuguese company law.
Not Sure What You Need?
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before buying a ready-made company in Madeira.

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Take advantage of Madeira's unique tax and business opportunities. Get a personally matched ready-made company — fully remote, no hidden fees.

Excellent | Trustpilot 4.9 · 2000+ reviews
EU JurisdictionPortuguese & EU law
5% Corporate TaxIBCM licensed entity
100% RemoteNo travel required