サービス事業向けオフショア法人口座 - 報告要件

This is something I've been looking into too. How much 'substance' do you actually need for a small service business? Is it just a registered address, or do you need actual employees there to satisfy the requirements?

It's true that setting up in BVI or Seychelles can seem appealing, but the reporting burden, even for a lean operation, can be substantial and complex. You'll likely need specialized legal and accounting advice, which adds to the overhead.

While the idea of diversifying and payment processing offshore is tempting, don't underestimate the ongoing compliance costs for CRS and FATCA. For a small service business, the administrative burden might outweigh the perceived benefits unless your volume is very high or you have specific tax advantages that justify the complexity.