Samoa
Company Formation
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Company incorporation in 3 days
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Offshore Company Registration in Samoa
International Company (IC)
International Company (IC)
3-day incorporation process
No hidden fee
All-in-one service
Customized company package
Ready-made companies available
Samoa Company Formation Packages
basic
- Unlimited Name Availability Check
- Document Preparation and Filing
- Company incorporation process
- 01 year Company Secretarial service
- 01 year Registered Agent & Local Registered Address
- All Government fee in 01 year
- Digital corporate documents
standard
- One-time fee for application of one bank
- Bank account introduction for any bank in the supported list
- Certificate of Incumbency (if required)
premium
- One-time fee for application of up to 5 banks OR until the account is opened, whichever comes first
- Consulting on suitable alternatives if the first application is not approved
- Remote bank account opening
- Fast response even on weekends
- Frequent updates on the bank account opening process
basic
- Unlimited Name Availability Check
- Document Preparation and Filing
- Company incorporation process
- 01 year Company Secretarial service
- 01 year Registered Agent & Local Registered Address
- All Government fee in 01 year
- Digital corporate documents
Bring your next business venture online
Streamlined process
E-signature
Digitized KYC
Centralized management portal
SamoaCompany Incorporation Process
Create your orders
Enter our online order platform for easy onboarding experience and tailor your orders. We have different packages and additional services that suit your goals. All information filled in is secured over 256-bit encrypted line.
Make payment
You can settle payment for services via flexible payment options including debit/credit card of Visa, Master, Amex or Bank Transfer. After you complete payments, we will provide you a checklist of required information for Samoa company registration.
Collect and verify KYC documents
Once we've received your payment, our customer service will contact you to process the neccessary paperwork. We'll guide you to properly prepare documents for incorporation in Samoa via KYC online form. You can also access our digital Client Portal to proceed with the incorporation steps and keep track of the process anytime, anywhere.
Finish the company registration
The electronic documents are ready after 2 working days of company formation, and it takes 3-7 days for courier the original kit.
KYC Documents Checklist
The following proofs are required for all company members including Directors, Shareholders, Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), and Contact persons.
To establish the identity of a corporation or entity, it is necessary to provide company documents and proofs of its members.
*Note that the list provided, while comprehensive, may not encompass all requirements.
For further personalized consultations tailored to your specific case, please reach out to our support team anytime
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will the records of directors and shareholders be public in Samoa?
The record of directors is not public in Samoa, while it is optional for the shareholders’ information. Thanks to its confidentiality, Samoa is one of the most preferred offshore jurisdictions.
Are there any differences among the suffixes of the name of a Samoa company?
Company names with the same left partial and different suffixes are considered the same. The suffixes which are acceptable in Samoa are: Ltd, Corp, Inc, SA, NV or GmbH.
When should an IBC in Samoa do the accounting and auditing?
In Samoa, companies incorporated under the International Companies Act of 1987 are not liable for any income or corporation tax. Therefore, accounting and auditing are not essential in Samoa.
However, Samoa companies are required to keep financial records which reflect the financial position of the company.
Do I have to pay the renewal fee from the beginning?
The renewal fee in Samoa must be paid before the incorporation anniversary. To avoid last rush minutes, BBCIncorp will make an announcement at least 1 month before the due date for your preparation and settlement.
How much should I invest in the capital of a Samoa company?
There is no minimum required share capital in Samoa. The standard of authorized share capital is USD 50,000. The minimum issued capital is one share. The amount is only for registration, you do not have to pay it up to the government.
How to name a company in Samoa?
The name of an international company in Samoa should meet below conditions at a minimum:
- Not similar or identical to names of existing companies or reserved name list of the Registrar
- Not misleading or undesirable in the opinion of the Registrar
- Containing at its end part of words including “corporation”, “corp”, “incorporated”, “inc”, “limited”, “ltd” or similar words in any language to connote the existence of a body corporate as distinct from any other person or entity.
A company name can be reserved for up to three months.
Are there restricted business activities for an international company?
An international company is prohibited from investing in domestic companies, doing business or settling any property with Samoa residents or domestic companies. However, the company can hold shares in international companies or companies incorporated under International Companies Act.
What types of company are available for registration in Samoa?
An international company, other than a limited life international company, can be registered under the following forms:
- Company limited by shares, or
- Company limited by guarantee, or
- Company limited by both shares and guarantee.
