Samoa Company Formation
Stable Pacific jurisdiction with no corporate tax on foreign-sourced income and strong privacy.
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US$ 1,639
Doing Business in
Samoa: Key Highlights
Explore why the Samoa is a top choice for international business.
Complete Tax Exemption
Zero corporate, estate, inheritance, gift, and stamp taxes on international activities.
High Privacy Protection
No public disclosure of shareholders, directors, or beneficial owners.
Minimal Compliance & Reporting
No annual return, audit, or extensive recordkeeping for non-local business.
Stable & Maritime-Focused Hub
Renowned registry for vessels and a secure, business-friendly Pacific base.
How It Works
Preparation
Request a company name check and eligibility review.
Company Details
Submit company, director, and shareholder information.
Document Submission
Upload required documents for verification.
Additional Services Setup
Optional services such as accounting, trademark, or compliance support are arranged.
Company Management
Receive incorporation documents and manage services via the client portal.
Get Started
Samoa Company Formation
Entity Type | International Company (IC) |
Legal System | Common Law |
Governing Law | International Companies Act 1987 |
Regulator | Samoa International Finance Authority |
Director(s) | Minimum 1 director (individual or corporate). No residency requirement |
Shareholder(s) | Minimum 1 shareholder. 100% foreign ownership allowed |
Incorporation Timeframe | Typically 3-5 working days. |
Professional Officer | Mandatory Registered Agent |
Local Mandates | Registered office and registered agent required in Samoa |
Issued Share(s) | Not required |
Issued Share Capital | No statutory minimum |
Paid-up Capital | Not required |
Accessible Records | Private |
Accounting & Audit | Accounting records required. Financial Statement audit report is not mandatory |
Annual Compliance & Tax Filing | Annual renewal |
Economic Substance | Generally not required for most offshore activities |
Tax Regime | Offshore tax-neutral regime |
Standard Tax Rate | 0% for Foreign-Source Income |
Tax Exemptions | Full tax-neutrality |
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Why Choose Us For Company Formation Service
Mark T.
Singapore
OCC handled our offshore incorporation flawlessly. We opened a BVI company and corporate bank account within weeks.
Laura D.
UK
Professional, responsive and extremely knowledgeable about asset protection.
Daniel R.
Australia
The team guided us through every step of our company setup and compliance process. Everything was delivered on time and with absolute clarity.
Sofia M.
Germany
From consultation to banking support, the experience was seamless. Their client portal makes managing our entities extremely easy.
Ready to Incorporate in Samoa?
Set up your company smoothly with complete tax exemption, maximum privacy, and full professional assistance at every stage.
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