Steps to company formation - Vanuatu

Complete our application form - Vanuatu

Upload your documents
Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation.

Register your company successfully
Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully registered.

Process any additional services
Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.

Manage Your company via our client portal
Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.
Vanuatu Company Formation
Good to Know
The appointment of nominees on an international company is permitted in general. However, the Commission of Vanuatu will not permit the appointment of nominees in relation to a company performing restricted activities subject to a special license, such as dealing with securities and other regulated financial activities.
Main Characteristics of Vanuatu companies
Company type
International Company (IC)
Governing corporate legislation
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission is the office responsible for registering Vanuatu companies
Information published relating to company officers
No
Accounting requirement
No accounting / reporting requirements.**
Taxation
No taxes of any sort.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.
Legislation
International companies Act of Vanuatu
Standard currency
Vatu
Time to form
3 to 4 days (upon validation of your identification documents)*
Stability
Vanuatu is a small island uniquely positioned, Vanuatu is determined to preserve the economic growth and stability which makes it an excellent choice for business for clients. Our clients can hence benefit from the tax-friendly regulatory framework where there is no direct taxation in the country.
Communication
Efficient communication means.
Time zone
GMT +11
Secretary required
Yes
Paid up capital requirement
Standard authorised capital: USD 10,000.00
Minimum paid up: USD 1
Minimum paid up: USD 1
Renewal Date
Anniversary date of the company / Each Year
Basis of legal System
Under Common Law.
Minimum directors/shareholders
Minimum of 1 director/shareholder
Bearer shares
No
Documents Required
for the Registration of a Vanuatu company

Vanuatu Company, ideal for:
* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** If the company applies for a financial license, accounting requirements will be applicable
*** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
** If the company applies for a financial license, accounting requirements will be applicable
*** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
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03-Mar-2021
Excellent service though the long duration of the process.
Nelvina was showing great patience . Thank you Nelvina THANK YOU

Excellent service though the long duration of the process.
Nelvina was showing great patience . Thank you Nelvina THANK YOU

01-Mar-2021
SFM have been super helpful and professional, I will keep using them long term. Many thanks.

SFM have been super helpful and professional, I will keep using them long term. Many thanks.

01-Mar-2021
Myriam provided a 5 star customer service, timely responses, full information and excellent help. Among all companies I have used to incorporate SFM is the best by a mile.

Myriam provided a 5 star customer service, timely responses, full information and excellent help. Among all companies I have used to incorporate SFM is the best by a mile.

25-Feb-2021
Snelle en professionele reacties. Behulpzaam als het nodig is. Goede service.

Snelle en professionele reacties. Behulpzaam als het nodig is. Goede service.

25-Feb-2021
The overall feedback is a very good one. I was pleased with how smooth the incorporation process went and the way I have been assisted.
Specifically, I believe that my Client Relationship Manager has understood my requirements, my background and what is the purpose of the company. Also, communication - a highly important point - was very good with my Client Relationship manager as I was offered additional details when I had doubts, I was explained clearly what documents are required from me and I was always informed in what stage the incorporation process is in. Also the replies from the Client Relationship manager were always on time and very professional.

The overall feedback is a very good one. I was pleased with how smooth the incorporation process went and the way I have been assisted.
Specifically, I believe that my Client Relationship Manager has understood my requirements, my background and what is the purpose of the company. Also, communication - a highly important point - was very good with my Client Relationship manager as I was offered additional details when I had doubts, I was explained clearly what documents are required from me and I was always informed in what stage the incorporation process is in. Also the replies from the Client Relationship manager were always on time and very professional.

25-Feb-2021
Myriam est une excellente interlocutrice qui conseille et facilite grandement le process que ce soit par email ou au téléphone.
Les délais sont respectés, les conseils sont efficaces, les **** sont raisonnables.
Il n'y a rien à redire à la qualité de service et rien à attendre de plus: 100% check !

Myriam est une excellente interlocutrice qui conseille et facilite grandement le process que ce soit par email ou au téléphone.
Les délais sont respectés, les conseils sont efficaces, les **** sont raisonnables.
Il n'y a rien à redire à la qualité de service et rien à attendre de plus: 100% check !
