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Begin with what the business will actually do
Describe your product or service in plain language. Explain who will buy it, how you will deliver it, and whether you expect to sell locally, internationally, or both. A useful setup discussion starts with that operating picture, rather than choosing a package from its headline price.
Separate the activities you need at launch from ideas you may pursue later. For example, a consulting business that may eventually sell a product should distinguish its immediate work from its future plans. This helps the conversation stay focused without ignoring likely changes.
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Map the people and practical requirements
Write down the proposed owners and the roles they expect to take. Describe whether you expect to work remotely, use a physical workspace, employ staff, or rely on external providers. These are planning inputs, not a statement that any particular setup option will meet them.
- Proposed owners and decision-makers
- Where the business expects to work and serve customers
- Expected staffing and residency-related questions
- Target start date and practical constraints
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Set a working budget, not just a headline number
Consider the costs around establishing and operating the business. Ask which professional services, authority charges, workspace arrangements, and additional tasks are included in a proposal. Banking support, visas, bookkeeping, and a website should not be assumed to be part of company formation unless the scope says so.
Keep a separate list of recurring costs and one-time work. You do not need precise figures before the first discussion, but you should know what your budget needs to cover. No cost estimate in an informal conversation should replace a written quotation for a confirmed scope.
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Leave with a clear record of the next steps
Ask what decisions remain open, what information needs checking, and who will do each task. Confirm when specific requirements will be verified with the relevant authority. An initial discussion is useful when it produces a clear path to the next decision, even if you are not yet ready to proceed.
For your first website enquiry, send a short summary. Do not attach passports, banking records, or other sensitive documents. Detailed document requests should follow a confirmed service scope and an appropriate sharing method.
- What is included and excluded?
- Which requirements still need confirmation?
- What should I prepare next?
- What approvals or third parties does the process depend on?