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Import Export Trading

Supporting import and export businesses with international banking, company formation, compliance guidance, and cross-border trade infrastructure across key global jurisdictions.

WHY CHOOSE US

We Build Trust, Not Just Businesses

Partner with a team that combines global experience, innovation, and local insight to help your import export trading business thrive in every market.

Guaranteed Business Bank Account

Bank-focused, transparent support in Hong Kong and key global markets.

Fast & Simple Setup

Set up your company quickly with a fully online process and clear, guided steps.

All-in-One Platform

Company incorporation, accounting, compliance, and banking support — managed in one place.

Deep understanding of import export trading businesses

Expert knowledge and insights tailored specifically for import export trading operations.

100+ Global banking and FinTech network

Access to an extensive network of banking partners and FinTech solutions worldwide.

Ongoing support, not one-off setup

Continuous assistance and guidance throughout your business journey, not just initial setup.

Dedicated Customer Support

Our support team is here to help when you need it, with clear and timely responses.

Our Solutions for Import Export Trading

The Challenge

Commodity traders must comply with multiple regulatory regimes, often involving enhanced AML, trade reporting, and jurisdiction-specific rules.

Our Expertise

  • Offshore and onshore trading entities
  • Holding + operating company structures
  • Substance-aligned jurisdictions setup

Our Solutions

We design compliant offshore structures, assist with substance alignment, and coordinate documentation to meet banking, regulatory, and counterparty expectations.

The Challenge

Commodity trading is often classified as medium- to high-risk, making bank account opening slow or uncertain.

Our Expertise

  • Trade-friendly traditional banks
  • FinTech & EMI multi-currency accounts
  • Sanction-aware transaction flows

Our Solutions

We pre-assess risk, prepare bank-ready profiles, and introduce to the best suited traditional banks or FinTech institutions aligned with the trading model and geography.

The Challenge

Inefficient tax structuring can erode margins in international trading operations.

Our Expertise

  • Trading vs holding optimization
  • Double Tax Treaty-aware structuring
  • Withholding and profit allocation logic

Our Solutions

We help establish tax-efficient trading and holding structures using appropriate jurisdictions, tax treaty considerations, and operational alignment — without aggressive or non-compliant setups.

The Challenge

Large transaction sizes and timing gaps between purchase and sale create liquidity pressure.

Our Expertise

  • Unlocking cash tied in unpaid invoices
  • Shortened cash-conversion cycles
  • Improved working capital availability

Our Solutions

We structure banking and entity flows to support cash-flow efficiency, operational flexibility, and smooth settlement cycles.

Got Questions?

Scale your import-export business with the right banking, corporate structure, and compliance strategy. Speak with Lion Business Co. today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about our company formation, banking, and consulting services.

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📍 🌍 All Countries
🌍 All Countries
📍 Bahamas
📍 BVI
📍 Cayman Islands
📍 EU
📍 Hong Kong
📍 Malaysia
📍 Mauritius
📍 Offshore
📍 Seychelles
📍 Singapore
📍 Switzerland
📍 Turkey
📍 UAE
📍 UK
📍 US

Yes. We support non-resident founders through a combination of traditional banks and fintech/EMI partners across multiple jurisdictions. Eligibility depends on your company structure, transaction flow, and industry.

Yes. We support non-resident founders through a combination of traditional banks and fintech/EMI partners across multiple jurisdictions. Eligibility depends on your company structure, transaction flow, and industry.

Typically 2–6 weeks after all documents are complete and compliance checks are cleared. Fintech/EMI onboarding is often faster; traditional banks can take longer due to stricter due diligence.

Typically 2–6 weeks after all documents are complete and compliance checks are cleared. Fintech/EMI onboarding is often faster; traditional banks can take longer due to stricter due diligence.

Commonly:

Incorporation / registration documents
Passports of directors/shareholders
Proof of address (recent)
Business activity description + transaction flow
Supporting documents (contracts, invoices, website details, etc.)

(Exact requirements vary by bank/jurisdiction.)

Commonly:

Incorporation / registration documents
Passports of directors/shareholders
Proof of address (recent)
Business activity description + transaction flow
Supporting documents (contracts, invoices, website details, etc.)

(Exact requirements vary by bank/jurisdiction.)

In many cases, yes—especially with fintech/EMI partners. Some traditional banks may still require a physical meeting or strong business substance.

In many cases, yes—especially with fintech/EMI partners. Some traditional banks may still require a physical meeting or strong business substance.

A bank pre-assessment reviews your company structure, documents, and business activity before applying. This helps identify the banks most likely to approve your application and reduces the risk of rejection.

Pre-assessment is a risk/fit check before applying. It matches your business profile with banks that have higher approval probability, reducing rejections and saving time.

If a bank rejects your application, we can apply to another bank with adjusted at no additional cost or you may request refund.

On the banking journey, we operate with transparency and risk controls. For eligible services, “No results? Money back—guaranteed” logic applies, aligned with the service-page positioning.

We can pivot to alternative banks/EMIs or you may request for refund

Depends on jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions allow 100% foreign ownership but require a local resident director and/or a local company secretary. We manage these requirements with compliant setups.

Depends on jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions allow 100% foreign ownership but require a local resident director and/or a local company secretary. We manage these requirements with compliant setups.

Usually 1–3 working days once the information and documents are ready. Some jurisdictions may take longer due to approvals, additional checks, or licensing needs.

Usually 1–3 working days once the information and documents are ready. Some jurisdictions may take longer due to approvals, additional checks, or licensing needs.

Generally yes. Most processes can be completed remotely through authorized channels and licensed service providers—banking requirements are separate.

Generally yes. Most processes can be completed remotely through authorized channels and licensed service providers—banking requirements are separate.

Typically:

At least one shareholder
At least one director (local director may be mandatory in some jurisdictions)
Company secretary / registered address (jurisdiction-dependent)
Standard KYC documents

Typically:

At least one shareholder
At least one director (local director may be mandatory in some jurisdictions)
Company secretary / registered address (jurisdiction-dependent)
Standard KYC documents

In many jurisdictions, a low minimum capital (sometimes symbolic, e.g., USD/EUR/SGD 1 equivalent) is sufficient. However, some banks may expect realistic capital relative to the business.

In many jurisdictions, a low minimum capital (sometimes symbolic, e.g., USD/EUR/SGD 1 equivalent) is sufficient. However, some banks may expect realistic capital relative to the business.

Yes. Most jurisdictions require annual reporting (financial statements + annual returns), and many require annual tax filings even if inactive—requirements vary.

Yes. Most jurisdictions require annual reporting (financial statements + annual returns), and many require annual tax filings even if inactive—requirements vary.

Corporate tax is jurisdiction-specific and can include exemptions, incentives, and substance requirements. We provide structuring guidance and connect you with compliant accounting/tax workflows.

Corporate tax is jurisdiction-specific and can include exemptions, incentives, and substance requirements. We provide structuring guidance and connect you with compliant accounting/tax workflows.

“Offshore income” treatment is jurisdiction-specific and depends on:

where revenue is generated
where management/control is located
whether income is remitted
We recommend a structured tax review to avoid misclassification.

“Offshore income” treatment is jurisdiction-specific and depends on:

where revenue is generated
where management/control is located
whether income is remitted
We recommend a structured tax review to avoid misclassification.