Frequently Asked Questions

A Vanuatu International Company (IC) can be formed in as little as 48 hours once all documents are submitted. The entire process is handled remotely — you never need to visit Vanuatu.

Vanuatu imposes zero corporate income tax on international income. There is no capital gains tax, no withholding tax, and no inheritance tax. Vanuatu operates as a fully zero-tax jurisdiction for offshore companies.

No. Vanuatu does not maintain a publicly accessible register of shareholders or directors. Ownership information is held by the registered agent and the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) but is not available to the general public.

Yes. Foreign nationals can own 100% of a Vanuatu International Company with no restrictions. There is no requirement for local shareholders or directors.

No. The entire Vanuatu company formation process can be completed remotely. Documents are prepared electronically and submitted by your registered agent. You do not need to visit Vanuatu at any stage.

The total cost for a Vanuatu International Company in the first year starts from USD 890, which includes the government registration fee, registered agent fee, and registered office address. Annual renewal from USD 590.

You need a certified copy of your passport, proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement dated within 3 months), and a completed application form. Corporate shareholders require certified copies of their constitutional documents.

A minimum of one director is required. Directors can be of any nationality and do not need to reside in Vanuatu. Nominee director services are available if you require privacy.

There is no minimum share capital requirement for a Vanuatu International Company. The standard authorised share capital is typically USD 50,000 divided into 50,000 shares of USD 1 each, though this can be varied.

The Vanuatu Development Support Programme (DSP) grants Vanuatu citizenship in exchange for a non-refundable contribution starting at USD 130,000 for a single applicant. Processing typically takes 30-60 days and includes a Vanuatu passport with visa-free access to 90+ countries.

A Vanuatu passport grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 90 countries, including the UK, Russia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and all EU Schengen area countries.

Yes. The DSP program allows a principal applicant to include a spouse, dependent children under 18, and dependent parents over 50. A family of four can obtain citizenship from approximately USD 180,000.