What is the beneficial owner declaration for a Vanuatu company?
Last updated: Oct 21, 2026, 17:46 (UTC+08:00)
A signed form naming each individual who ultimately owns or controls the company, directly or through other entities. The agent files it with the VFSC, which does not publish it. The VFSC's 2026 guidance asks agents to look more closely at ownership chains, so include every layer on day one.
Source: Legal person and UBO risk assessment guideline (2026), Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC)