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What is the company registry in Vanuatu?
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission
1. Port Villa (Main Office):
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission, Companies House, PMB 9023, Rue Bougainville, Port Vila, Vanuatu
2. Santo Office:
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission, Millenium Building, PMB05, Luganville Santo
About Vanuatu
The Vanuatu Companies Registry is located in Port Vila and was founded in 1993.
Vanuatu officially the Republic of Vanuatu is an island country in Melanesia located in the South Pacific Ocean. The main language of Vanuatu is Bislama which is spoken by 70% of the population with other languages such as English and French spoken by a small percentage. The local currency is the Vatu (VUV). The population of Vanuatu is over 335,908.
Vanuatu Economy
The Real GDP in Vanuatu is in the region of $999.162 million with a GDP per capita of $3,100. Vanuatu economy growth has been bolstered by tourism, services, construction, and private consumption. The leading export commodities for Vanuatu are fish, ships, perfume plants, wood, copra.
Main Trading Partners of Vanuatu
The leading export and import partners for Vanuatu are:
Exports: Thailand 49%, Japan 19%, Cote d'Ivoire 10%, China 7%, USA 3%
Imports: China 26%, Australia 15%, Angola 11%, Fiji 9%, NZ 8%
Vanuatu Certificate of Incorporation
The Vanuatu 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.
Vanuatu Certificate of Good Standing
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu register can be used for many reasons including:
Background checks on potential Vanuatu customers / suppliers
Litigation claims
Check potential employers
Wills and Probate
Regulation for Vanuatu Company Register
There are regulations for all company registers and in Vanuatu the relevant laws are:
Vanuatu Companies Act of 1986
Vanuatu International Business Companies Act of 1992
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission Act of 1993
What information is free to view at Vanuatu Company Registry?
In some jurisdictions certain information is free to view and in Vanuatu the following information can be viewed free of charge:
Vanuatu Company Name
Vanuatu Company Number
Vanuatu Date of Incorporation
Vanuatu Entity Status (Registered / Inactive)
Vanuatu Entity Type
Vanuatu Business Activity
Vanuatu Annual Return Filing Month
Vanuatu Annual Return Last Filed Date
Vanuatu Registered Office Address (includes email)
Vanuatu Directors (Name, Residential Address, Nationality, Date Appointed)
Vanuatu Shareholders (Name, Residential Address, Nationality, Date Appointed)
Vanuatu Number of Shares
Do you need to register / sign up at the Vanuatu Company Registry?
No, you do not need to sign up at the local Vanuatu register to order, obtain and download registered documents.
Number of Registered Companies in Vanuatu
There are over 5,000 companies registered in Vanuatu.
Types of Companies in Vanuatu
Businesses in Vanuatu can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
Vanuatu 'Local' Limited Company
Vanuatu Exempted Company
Vanuatu International Company
Vanuatu Overseas Company
Vanuatu General Partnership
Vanuatu Limited Partnership
Vanuatu Trusts
Other Vanuatu Company Registry Services
Vanuatu Company Register provides a wide range of services which includes:
Vanuatu Financial Dealers License
Vanuatu Business Name Renewal
Vanuatu Company Annual Return
Vanuatu Association Annual Report
Can you order a Vanuatu Apostille Certificate?
Yes, Vanuatu agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. Therefore, Vanuatu accepts the Apostille Certificate for Vanuatu Company Registry Search Documents in place of any further legalisation process.
Vanuatu signed up to the Hague Convention on 30th July 1980.
What is the language(s) of the Vanuatu Company Registry?
The Vanuatu Company Register is in English language only.
Vanuatu Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Vanuatu has five embassies and high commissions abroad, as well as 15 consulates and three other representations.
Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, hosts six embassies and high commissions, and in addition there are a total of nine consulates and another representations located in Vanuatu.
Vanuatu Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Vanuatu. Our local partner is based in Port Vila which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Vanuatu including Luganville, Sola and Isangel. 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.
Vanuatu Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu.
Vanuatu Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Vanuatu. Our specialist Vanuatu skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Vanuatu Business Credit Reports
Creditreform provides Vanuatu Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Vanuatu. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Vanuatu Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Vanuatu?
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 Vanuatu?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Vanuatu?
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.