Scope of the Commitment
Where a startup is accepted into the program, TKEG Expat ™ (South Africa) waives its professional fees for a period of twelve months. During that year we undertake the formation of the company and its ongoing compliance, including the following:
- Company incorporationBank accountRegistered addressAccounting and bookkeepingTax registrationAnnual return
The waiver applies to TKEG Expat ™ (South Africa)'s professional fees only. Government charges remain payable by the applicant where the relevant jurisdiction imposes them.
Eligible Jurisdictions
The program is currently available in two jurisdictions: the United States and the United Kingdom. Further jurisdictions may be added in due course.
An applicant may not select their own country of residence. The program is intended to assist founders in establishing a presence abroad; accordingly, a founder resident in the United Kingdom may apply in respect of the United States, and a founder resident in the United States may apply in respect of the United Kingdom.
Eligibility
To be considered, an applicant must satisfy each of the following:
- The applicant is an early-stage startup — recently formed, or not yet trading at scale.
- The applicant has not previously incorporated a company in the chosen jurisdiction.
- The founders are resident outside the chosen jurisdiction.
- One pro bono grant is available per founder or founding team.
- The founders are able to complete TKEG Expat ™ (South Africa)'s standard know-your-client (KYC) and onboarding procedures.
- Admission to the program is at TKEG Expat ™ (South Africa)'s discretion and remains subject to review and available capacity.
Applying
1
Application
Submit the startup and the chosen jurisdiction.
2
Review
TKEG Expat ™ (South Africa) confirms eligibility and completes KYC and onboarding.
3
Commencement
The twelve-month period of complimentary service begins.
