Entity Types & Fees
Compare different business structures and understand the associated fees
Entity Types
Private Limited Company
Most common business structure for small to medium enterprises
Key Features
- Limited liability protection for shareholders
- Shares cannot be offered to the general public
- Maximum of 50 shareholders
- Separate legal entity from its owners
- Perpetual succession
Requirements
- Minimum 1 director (resident or non-resident)
- Minimum 1 shareholder
- Registered office in Trinidad and Tobago
- Articles of Incorporation
- Annual return filing
Ideal For
- Small to medium-sized businesses
- Family businesses
- Startups seeking investment
- Businesses requiring limited liability protection
Fee Structure
| Service | Private Ltd | Public Ltd | Non-Profit | Partnership | Sole Trader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Name Reservation | TTD 25 | TTD 25 | TTD 25 | TTD 25 | TTD 25 |
| Incorporation/Registration | TTD 560 | TTD 800 | TTD 300 | TTD 250 | TTD 100 |
| Annual Return Filing | TTD 200 | TTD 400 | TTD 100 | TTD 50 | N/A |
| Late Filing Penalty (per month) | TTD 100 | TTD 200 | TTD 50 | TTD 25 | N/A |
| Change of Directors | TTD 50 | TTD 50 | TTD 50 | N/A | N/A |
| Change of Registered Address | TTD 25 | TTD 25 | TTD 25 | TTD 25 | TTD 25 |
| Certificate of Good Standing | TTD 100 | TTD 100 | TTD 100 | TTD 100 | N/A |
Note: All fees are in Trinidad and Tobago Dollars (TTD). Fees are subject to change. Please refer to the latest fee schedule for the most current information.
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Estimated Costs
Name Reservation:TTD 25.00
Incorporation:TTD 560.00
Annual Return (first year):TTD 200.00
Total Upfront Cost:TTD 785.00
Annual Recurring Cost:TTD 200.00
This calculator provides an estimate only. Actual fees may vary based on specific circumstances and any changes to the fee structure.
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