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VANUATU

Business Investment

Company formation with VIPA/VFIPA foreign-investment approval

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Company formation with VIPA/VFIPA foreign-investment approval

Business licensing, banking introductions and operational setup support

Sectors open to investors

Tourism & Hospitality
Real Estate & Development
Construction & Infrastructure
Agriculture & Food
Professional & Digital Services
Trade & Logistics
01

Business Setup

Coordination for company formation, foreign-investment approvals, licensing and banking introductions.

02

Investment

Introductions to property/project developers, business opportunities and relevant Vanuatu investment professionals.

03

Settlement

Property handover support, local service introductions, relocation planning and ongoing administration.

Foreign-owned businesses may require investment approval and business licensing before operating.

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What’s attractive, and what still
applies

Vanuatu is a low-direct-tax jurisdiction - not a no-cost one.

ATTRACTIVE FEATURES
  • ✓ No income tax system - confirmed by Vanuatu Customs & Inland Revenue.
  • ✓ No direct income/company tax or capital gains tax, per Investment Promotion material.
  • ✓ No foreign-exchange controls on investment.
COSTS THAT MAY STILL APPLY
  • − VAT currently applies at 15% on most taxable goods and services.
  • − Rent tax, customs/excise, stamp/registration costs and business licence fees.
  • − Ongoing record-keeping obligations for businesses and property investors.
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Discuss residential, resort and mixed-use options with our team.

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