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That is generally a dangerous claim. UK-incorporated companies are normally within UK Corporation Tax, while management from abroad can also create residence or tax issues in another country.

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Why this matters

That is a dangerous claim: UK-incorporated companies are normally within UK Corporation Tax, and managing the company from abroad can also create tax residence issues in another country.

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Evidence

Primary sources

  1. Set up a limited companyGOV.UK / Companies House
  2. Identity verification at Companies HouseCompanies House
  3. Corporation Tax and VATHM Revenue & Customs

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