TAX EFFICIENCY
Samoa offers zero corporate tax, ensuring optimal tax efficiency for businesses.
HIGH PRIVACY PROTECTION
Strong privacy protections ensure non-disclosure of shareholder information.
SIMPLE SETUP PROCESS
Get your company up and running in just 1-2 business days.*
PACIFIC BUSINESS HUB
Access to international markets from a strategic Pacific location.
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While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.
of your passport, a certified copy of proof of domicile dated less than three months, a curriculum vitae, as well as last 3 months' bank statement. All in original.**
* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
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ASKED QUESTIONS
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What type of company do you register in Samoa?
The type of company that we form in Samoa is known as an International Business Company (IBC), commonly known as offshore companies, and is regulated under the International Companies Act of 1988 and the International Companies Amendment Act 2014 (ICAA). An IBC is a company that is registered in Samoa and conducts its business activity purely outside the island. -
Is a Samoa Offshore Company (IBC) tax liable?
No, IBC companies formed in Samoa are exempt from any form of taxation in Samoa as long as the IBC does not conduct its business in Samoa.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability. -
Will my name be public once I setup a company in Samoa?
No, there is no public register of company officers in Samoa. -
How many directors and shareholders should I appoint to my Samoa IBC?
A minimum of 1 director and 1 shareholder should be appointed to setup a Samoa International Business Company (IBC). -
Do I need to submit accounting records for my IBC company in Samoa?
No accounting/reporting requirements.
However, the International Companies Amendment Act 2014 requires the company to keep all financial records, which should reflect the financial position of a company and to allow for the preparation of financial statements. -
Will my liability be limited if I register my company as an International Business Company (IBC) in Samoa?
The shareholders’ liability in a Samoa IBC is typically limited to the amount of shares respectively held by them. -
Do I need to deposit the paid up capital for a Samoa IBC?
No, there is no paid up capital requirement. The standard share capital is USD 1,000,000 but can be amended to fit your requirements. -
Are bearer shares allowed in Samoa?
No, bearer shares are not allowed in Samoa and tend to disappear from most jurisdictions.
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