Company Formation · Vanuatu

Vanuatu Offshore Company Formation, Done Right

Incorporate a tax-neutral Vanuatu International Company with 100% foreign ownership, no corporate or capital-gains tax, no minimum capital, and strong privacy. One team handles incorporation, registered agent and office, and bank account introductions end to end.

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50+ yrs combined experience
15+ jurisdictions

Setup time: A few business days
Foreign ownership: 100%
Min. capital: No minimum
Corporate tax: 0% (tax neutral)
Public register: No (private)
Registered agent: Required (VFSC)

Why Choose Vanuatu for Company Formation?

Vanuatu is a tax-neutral offshore jurisdiction in the South Pacific, used for international trading, holding, asset protection, and online business. The Vanuatu International Company (IC) pairs a tax-neutral regime with strong privacy and simple ongoing compliance:

Tax Neutral. No corporate income tax, capital gains tax, or withholding tax at the Vanuatu level

100% Foreign Ownership. Full foreign ownership with a minimum of one shareholder of any nationality

No Minimum Capital. No statutory minimum paid-up capital requirement to incorporate

Fast Incorporation. An International Company can typically be incorporated within a few business days

Strong Privacy. No public register of beneficial shareholders or directors

Flexible Structure. One director and one shareholder, who can be the same person, of any nationality

Stable Pacific Jurisdiction. An English-language common law framework in an independent Pacific republic

Simple Compliance. No mandatory audit and no public filing of accounts for a standard International Company

Vanuatu Company Types

International Company (IC)

Min. capital: No minimum
Shareholders: 1 minimum (any nationality)
Best for: The standard tax-neutral vehicle for international trading, holding, and online business

Holding Company (IC)

Min. capital: No minimum
Shareholders: 1 minimum (any nationality)
Best for: Holding shares in subsidiaries and group structuring

Local (Domestic) Company

Min. capital: Varies
Shareholders: 1 minimum
Best for: Carrying on business within Vanuatu itself (subject to local rules)

Limited Partnership

Min. capital: No minimum
Shareholders: General + limited partners
Best for: Investment and fund-style arrangements with flexible profit sharing

Common Uses for Vanuatu Companies

International Trading

Import, export, and cross-border trading operations with tax-efficient invoicing and international payments.

Holding Structures

Hold shares in subsidiaries and structure groups within a tax-neutral, flexible framework.

Asset Protection

Ring-fence assets within a private, flexible framework for international individuals and families.

Online Business

Operate e-commerce, digital products, SaaS, and international consulting through a tax-neutral vehicle.

Note: Costs are indicative and may change with your requirements and regulations. Contact us for a tailored quote.

How Vanuatu Incorporation Works

Vanuatu International Companies are incorporated under the International Companies Act and supervised by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), and must act through a licensed registered agent who also provides the registered office. There is no minimum capital, a single shareholder and a single director of any nationality are permitted, and a standard International Company has no mandatory audit and no public filing of accounts. An International Company is an offshore vehicle: it is generally not intended to trade within Vanuatu, and it does not provide residence visas, but it can hold international bank accounts. Regulated financial activity such as forex or securities dealing requires a separate Financial Dealers Licence from the VFSC.

Common Company Types

International Company (IC). The standard tax-neutral vehicle for international trading, holding, and online business.

Holding Company (IC). Used to hold shares in subsidiaries and for group structuring.

Local (Domestic) Company. For carrying on business within Vanuatu itself, subject to local rules.

Limited Partnership. Used for investment and fund-style arrangements with flexible profit sharing.

Core Requirements and Documents

Shareholder and director documents: passport copies and proof of address for each individual, plus bank references and a source of funds declaration
Licensed registered agent and office: a Vanuatu International Company must appoint a VFSC-licensed registered agent who provides the registered office
Ongoing records: proper accounting records and ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) information must be maintained, with no public filing required for a standard International Company

Last reviewed: June 2026. Reflects current Vanuatu VFSC and International Companies Act requirements.

Vanuatu Company Formation Process

From confirming the right structure to incorporation, banking, and ongoing renewals, here is the step-by-step path.

Confirm Vanuatu Is the Right Fit

We begin with a consultation to understand your structuring objectives and confirm whether a Vanuatu International Company suits your needs, considering cost, privacy, banking access, and your target markets. We advise on the appropriate structure for international trading, holding, asset protection, or online business.

Reserve the Company Name

We submit your preferred company name through a Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) licensed registered agent and confirm availability and compliance with naming rules before incorporation.

Prepare Documentation and Due Diligence

We prepare the required documents (passport copies, proof of address, bank references, and a source of funds declaration), complete KYC and AML checks, and assemble the incorporation package for submission through your licensed registered agent.

Incorporate the Vanuatu International Company

We manage incorporation under the International Companies Act with the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) through a licensed registered agent, including the company constitution and the appointment of the registered agent and registered office, typically completed within a few business days.

Arrange Corporate Services and Banking

We put your registered agent, registered office, and corporate documents in place and support bank account opening through our network of banking partners, including digital banks and traditional banks in Singapore, Hong Kong, Mauritius, and the UAE.

Maintain Compliance and Renewals

We set up your ongoing compliance framework, including accounting records and beneficial ownership records, and manage the annual renewal (government fee plus registered agent) so the company stays in good standing.

Total timeA few business days to incorporate (indicative)

Have questions about the process?

Our experts are here to guide you through each step and answer your questions.

Why Choose AURNÉ for Vanuatu Formation?

Our team provides efficient, cost-effective service with international structuring experience:

Streamlined Process. Efficient formation with a minimal documentation burden for the client

Banking Network. Introductions to digital and traditional banks that consider Vanuatu companies

Multi-Jurisdiction Experience. Able to coordinate Vanuatu with UAE, British Virgin Islands, Seychelles, or other structures where needed

Compliance Support. Annual renewals, beneficial ownership records, and corporate maintenance

Transparent Pricing. Clear, competitive fees with no hidden costs

Integrated Solutions. Company formation combined with accounting, tax, and compliance services

Vanuatu Company Formation - Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vanuatu International Company offshore formation, tax neutrality, the separate financial dealer licence, banking, and compliance requirements.

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Vanuatu Offshore Company Formation, Done Right

Licensed CSP

50+ yrs combined experience

15+ jurisdictions