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What is the company registry in Bahamas?
The Government of the Bahamas - Registrar General's Department
Registrar General’s Department, Cor. Of Shirley and Charlotte Street, P.O. Box N 532, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
About Bahamas
The Bahamas Companies Registry is located in Nassau and was founded in 1862.
Bahamas is an island country within the Lucayan Archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean. The main language of Bahamas is English which is spoken by 98.8% of the population with other languages such as Bahamianese and Haitian Creole spoken by a small percentage. The local currency is the Bahamian dollar (BSD). The population of Bahamas is over 0.42 million.
Bahamas Economy
The Real GDP in Bahamas is in the region of $13.224 billion with a GDP per capita of $32,000. Bahamas economy growth has been bolstered by tourism, services, construction, and private consumption. The leading export commodities for Bahamas are refined petroleum, ships, aluminum, postage stamps/documents, plastics.
Main Trading Partners of Bahamas
The leading export and import partners for Bahamas are:
Exports: US 49%, Cote d'Ivoire 20%, Germany 9%, Thailand 7%, Poland 4%
Imports: US 59%, South Korea 6%, Germany 6%, China 5%, Brazil 4%
Bahamas Certificate of Incorporation
The Bahamas Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the local company register and we can provide a copy of this company incorporation certificate where available. A certificate of incorporation is a legal document that proves a company is registered with the local register and has met all the requirements to do so.
Bahamas Certificate of Good Standing
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Bahamas company registry. A Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) is an official document that confirms a company's legal compliance and good standing. The availability and information provided on the certificate of good standing will vary for each jurisdiction.
Reasons to obtain company documents
An extract from the Bahamas register can be used for many reasons including:
Background checks on potential Bahamas customers / suppliers
Litigation claims
Check potential employers
Wills and Probate
Regulation for Bahamas Company Register
There are regulations for all company registers and in Bahamas the relevant laws are:
1992 Companies Act
2000 International Business Companies Act
What information is free to view at Bahamas Company Registry?
In some jurisdictions certain information is free to view and in Bahamas the following information can be viewed free of charge:
Bahamas Company Name
Bahamas Registered Number
Bahamas Incorporated Date
Bahamas Registered Office
Bahamas Annual Fees Paid To Date
Bahamas Share Capital
Bahamas Officers & Directors (and their addresses)
Do you need to register / sign up at the Bahamas Company Registry?
Yes you need to sign up at the local Bahamas register to order, obtain and download registered documents..
Number of Registered Companies in Bahamas
There are over 250,000 companies registered in Bahamas.
Types of Companies in Bahamas
Businesses in Bahamas can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
Bahamas Domestic Limited Company
Bahamas Company Limited by Guarantee
Bahamas Public Company
Bahamas International Business Company (IBC) - this legal entity is best used for global trading.
Bahamas Trust - this legal entity is best used for tax planning.
Bahamas Private Foundation
Bahamas Investment Fund - this legal entity type is best used for assetmanagement services
Other Bahamas Company Registry Services
Bahamas Company Register provides a wide range of services which includes:
Bahamas Permits & Licenses
Can you order a Bahamas Apostille Certificate?
Yes, Bahamas agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. Therefore, Bahamas accepts the Apostille Certificate for Bahamas Company Registry Search Documents in place of any further legalisation process.
Bahamas signed up to the Hague Convention on 10th July 1973.
What is the language(s) of the Bahamas Company Registry?
The Bahamas Company Register is in English language.
Bahamas Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Bahamas has seven embassies and high commissions abroad, as well as 33 consulates and three other representations.
Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, hosts seven embassies and high commissions, and in addition there are a total of 43 consulates and another representations located in the Bahamas.
Bahamas Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Bahamas. Our local partner is based in Freeport which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Bahamas including Nassau, Marsh Harbour and Alice Town. Our agents can make discreet enquiries at the location to confirm if company currently trades at the address and take photographs along with any other special requests.
Bahamas Country Rating
The current bond ratings for Bahamas from the major credit bureau(s) is listed below. Rating factors include the current account balance, debt payment history and timeliness, banking and financial operations, future economic outlook, and national economic strength.
Bahamas Moody's rating: Ba2 (first obtained in 2020)
Bahamas Standard & Poors rating: BB- (first obtained in 2020)
Bahamas Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Bahamas Debt Collection service on a No Win No Fee basis. All debts are pursued by our local office/partner in the country/jurisdiction where the debtor is located including Bahamas.
Bahamas Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Bahamas. Our specialist Bahamas skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Bahamas Business Credit Reports
Creditreform provides Bahamas Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Bahamas. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Bahamas Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Bahamas?
The extracts / documents available will vary depending on the jurisdiction and company type. If you can provide details on the company we can check availability to confirm what extracts are available and provide quote.
2. What is the difference between a company extract and a credit report?
A company extract provides official information/documentation which can include where available such as a company's registration, directors, and share capital. A credit report provides information about a company's finances, ownership and credit worthiness.
3. Is shareholder information available in Bahamas?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Bahamas?
Financial information is usually required to be filed at the local register but is not always publicly available. Financial information is more publicly available in Europe compared to other regions globally where there is not always a legal requirement.
5. What is the cost to obtain company extracts?
The cost of obtaining company extracts varies depending on the jurisdiction, access to the local register and the delivery speed required. We will always provide a no obligation quote before proceeding.
6. What is the delivery time to obtain company documents?
The delivery time to obtain company documents depends on the jurisdiction and access to the local register. We will always provide the documents by email where possible to speed up delivery.