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What is the company registry in Saint Helena?
The Companies Registry (Ascension Island & Saint Helena)
Companies Registry, Essex House, Main Street, Jamestown, St Helena, STHL 1ZZ
About Saint Helena
The Saint Helena Companies Registry is located in Jamestown.
Saint Helena is one of the three constituent parts of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory. The main language of Saint Helena is English which is spoken by 99% of the population. The local currency is the Saint Helena pound (SHP). The population of Saint Helena is over 4,439.
Main Trading Partners of Saint Helena
The leading export and import partners for Saint Helena are:
Exports: Singapore 33%, USA 16%, Japan 10%, Turkey 10%, Senegal 8%
Imports: UK 34%, Greece 26%, Spain 16%, South Africa 15%, Namibia 2%
Saint Helena Certificate of Incorporation
The Saint Helena 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.
Saint Helena Certificate of Good Standing
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Saint Helena 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 Saint Helena register can be used for many reasons including:
Background checks on potential Saint Helena customers / suppliers
Litigation claims
Check potential employers
Wills and Probate
Regulation for Saint Helena Company Register
There are regulations for all company registers and in Saint Helena the relevant laws are:
Article 215 of the Decree on Companies
Decree on Companies of 2004
What information is free to view at Saint Helena Company Registry?
None but a Saint Helena company extract/profile will include where available:
Saint Helena Company Name
Saint Helena Representatives
Saint Helena Director and proprietors
Saint Helena Current status (active/inactive)
Saint Helena Type of Business
Saint Helena Full address
Do you need to register / sign up at the Saint Helena Company Registry?
No, you do not need to sign up at the local Saint Helena register to order, obtain and download registered documents.
Number of Registered Companies in Saint Helena
No, you do not need to register at the Saint Helena Company Registry.
Types of Companies in Saint Helena
Businesses in Saint Helena can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
Saint Helena private company limited by shares
Saint Helena private company limited by guarantee
Saint Helena public company
Saint Helena foreign companies
Can you order a Saint Helena Apostille Certificate?
Yes, Saint Helena agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. Therefore, Saint Helena accepts the Apostille Certificate for Saint Helena Company Registry Search Documents in place of any further legalisation process.
Saint Helena signed up to the Hague Convention on 24th February 1965, as a part of the United Kingdom.
What is the language(s) of the Saint Helena Company Registry?
The Saint Helena Company Register is in English language only.
Saint Helena Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Saint Helena has one representation abroad.
Jamestown, the capital of Saint Helena, hosts two representations, and in addition there are one consulates located in Saint Helena.
Saint Helena Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Saint Helena. Our local partner is based in Jamestown which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Saint Helena including Longwood and Georgetown. 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.
Saint Helena Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Saint Helena 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 Saint Helena.
Saint Helena Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Saint Helena. Our specialist Saint Helena skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Saint Helena Business Credit Reports
Creditreform provides Saint Helena Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Saint Helena. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Saint Helena Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Saint Helena?
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 Saint Helena?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Saint Helena?
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.