Know Your BVI Company Setup Cost
Before You Begin
Understand every BVI company formation cost upfront, with government fees and our service fees set out clearly. Compare packages, then let our experts prepare and file your incorporation with the BVI Registry of Corporate Affairs.
- Government fees included
- No hidden charges
- All prices in US dollars
Business Company
Basic
Everything you need to legally incorporate your BVI company
Standard
Incorporation plus the certificates and apostille banks usually ask for
Premium
Everything in Standard, plus full bank account application support
| Services | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
Service Level | |||
| Estimated time for us to complete due diligence and prepare your incorporation paperwork once we have received all documents and information from you. | 5–7 business days | 3–5 business days | 1–3 business days |
| Time the BVI Registry typically takes to incorporate the company and issue the Certificate of Incorporation after we file. | 1–2 business days | 1–2 business days | 1–2 business days |
| Manage your company, documents, and compliance deadlines from a single online dashboard. | Included | Included | Included |
| Your company is incorporated 100% remotely — no travel or in-person visit required. | Included | Included | Included |
| A single point of contact who manages your incorporation from start to finish. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| The ways you can reach our team for help during your incorporation. | Email + live chat | Email + live chat + WhatsApp | |
| Target time to respond to your queries during business days. | 48 hours | 24 hours | 6 hours |
Pre-Incorporation | |||
| Search and verify your preferred company name against the BVI Registry before incorporation, as many times as you need. | Included | Included | Included |
| Reserve your chosen company name with the BVI Registry ahead of incorporation. | Included | Included | Included |
| Official fees paid to the BVI Financial Services Commission for company registration and related document filings, for companies with up to 50,000 authorized shares. | Included | Included | Included |
| Drafting of the application and standard Memorandum and Articles of Association. | Included | Included | Included |
| A licensed BVI registered agent who handles regulatory filings and government correspondence on your behalf (first year included). | Included | Included | Included |
| Official BVI registered office address for receiving legal and government correspondence (first year included). | Included | Included | Included |
| Maximum number of persons in the company structure included at no extra cost. Additional persons can be added on request. | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| Know-your-customer and verification checks required to incorporate the company and meet BVI regulations. | Included | Included | Included |
Post-Incorporation | |||
| Preparation of the Register of Directors and filing it with the BVI Registry as required by law. | Included | Included | Included |
| Official government fee for filing the Register of Directors, included in your package. | Included | Included | Included |
| Ongoing custody and upkeep of the Register of Directors at the registered office. | Included | Included | Included |
| Preparation of the Register of Members and filing it with the BVI Registry as required. | Included | Included | Included |
| Official government fee for filing the Register of Members, included in your package. | Included | Included | Included |
| Ongoing custody and upkeep of the Register of Members at the registered office. | Included | Included | Included |
| Preparation of the Register of Beneficial Owners and filing it through the BOSS system as required. | Included | Included | Included |
| Official government fee for filing the Register of Beneficial Owners, included in your package. | Included | Included | Included |
| Ongoing custody and upkeep of the Register of Beneficial Owners. | Included | Included | Included |
| Ongoing custody and upkeep of all of your company's statutory records at the registered office. | Included | Included | Included |
Corporate Kit | |||
| Electronic version of your Certificate of Incorporation issued on registration. | Included | Included | Included |
| Constitutional document defining your company's objects and structure. | Included | Included | Included |
| Constitutional document defining your company's internal operating rules. | Included | Included | Included |
| Resolution appointing the first director(s) of the company. | Included | Included | Included |
| First board resolution adopting the company's constitutional documents and initial decisions. | Included | Included | Included |
| Letter evidencing each director's acceptance of their appointment. | Included | Included | Included |
| Resolution and record allotting shares to the company's members. | Included | Included | Included |
| Copy of the Register of Directors stamped by the BVI Registry. | Included | Included | Included |
| Copy of the Register of Members stamped by the BVI Registry. | Included | Included | Included |
| Copy of the Register of Beneficial Owners stamped by the BVI Registry. | Included | Included | Included |
| Official certificates evidencing each member's ownership of shares in the company. | Included | Included | Included |
Delivery | |||
| Electronic copies of your complete corporate documentation delivered via email. | Included | Included | Included |
| Courier delivery of your original corporate documentation package to any address worldwide, subject to courier availability. | Included | Included | Included |
| The courier service level used for worldwide delivery of your original documents. | Economy | Standard | Express |
Add-ons | |||
| We obtain the registry-issued original Certificate of Incorporation. The government fee for this service is included. An electronic version is already included in all packages at no additional cost. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Document confirming current directors, shareholders, and company details for third parties. Frequently requested by banks. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Official certificate confirming your company is compliant and in good standing with BVI authorities. The government fee for this service is included. | Not Included | Included | Included |
| Notarization and apostille on one set of up to 5 corporate documents for use in the 128 countries party to the Hague Apostille Convention. The notary and government fees for this service are included. | Not Included | Up to 5 documents | Up to 5 documents |
| An embossed company seal used to authenticate official documents and contracts. | Not Included | Included | Included |
Banking | |||
| End-to-end assistance applying for a business bank or EMI account for your BVI company. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Applications to digital banking providers and electronic money institutions. | Not Included | Not Included | Unlimited |
| Applications to traditional brick-and-mortar banks. | Not Included | Not Included | Unlimited |
| We assess your eligibility before you apply so you only pursue options likely to approve you. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| We recommend banks and providers suited to your business type and profile. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Preparation and review of your bank application package before submission. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Hands-on assistance completing the bank's application forms and requirements. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| We liaise directly with the bank on your behalf throughout the application. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| We track your application status and follow up with the bank until a decision is reached. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
| Guidance on activating and operating your account once it is approved. | Not Included | Not Included | Included |
Government fee on share capital: All packages include the government fee for companies with up to 50,000 authorized shares (US$550 at incorporation and annually). Companies with more than 50,000 authorized shares incur a higher government fee — add US$800 to any package.
Need something more bespoke?
For complex structures and ad-hoc requirements. We design and implement sophisticated ownership arrangements and coordinate across jurisdictions, handled by a dedicated project manager.
- Complex corporate structuring
- Customized Articles of Incorporation
- Unlimited members & nominee arrangements
- Multi-jurisdictional coordination
- Dedicated project manager
- Expedited priority processing
- Ad-hoc advisory and support
Annual Renewal
Your first year is included with incorporation. From year two onwards, keep your company in good standing with our annual renewal — Basic, Standard, and Premium plans available.
- Annual government license fee
- Registered Agent service
- Registered Office address service
- Annual Return (AR) filing
- Economic Substance (ES) filing
- Compliance dashboard & reminders
- Custody of statutory records
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about cost of setting up a BVI company using Expanship
If you have no special requirements and are not planning to have your BVI company recognised elsewhere—such as opening bank accounts or registering with other platforms—the Basic package makes the most sense, since it includes all the essentials to legally incorporate a company in the British Virgin Islands. If you want a hassle-free package that already includes the documents and certifications banks and platforms most frequently request—Certificate of Incumbency, Certificate of Good Standing, and apostille—we recommend the Standard package. If you also want hands-on help opening a business bank account, the Premium package adds full bank application support. Understanding your BVI company cost upfront helps you make the right decision for your business needs.
The Standard package includes everything in the Basic package, plus the documents third parties most often ask for: the registry-issued original Certificate of Incorporation, Certificate of Incumbency, and Certificate of Good Standing, notarized and apostilled. The importance of this becomes evident when you open a bank account for your BVI company or register with other platforms—they usually require these documents, and often need them certified. By opting for Standard, you receive all of these at a more economical price than requesting them individually after incorporation. When evaluating BVI company fees, the Standard package offers the best value for businesses planning to operate internationally.
The Enterprise package suits businesses requiring sophisticated arrangements beyond standard incorporation. This includes complex corporate structuring with multi-layered ownership, nominee director or shareholder services for enhanced privacy, customized Memorandum and Articles addressing unique governance needs, expedited priority processing for urgent timelines, and multi-jurisdictional coordination when establishing entities across several countries simultaneously. Enterprise clients also receive dedicated ad-hoc advisory support for specialized matters. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements and receive a tailored proposal.
Every package includes a total of US$825 in government fees: the incorporation government fee together with the government fees for filing the Register of Directors, Register of Members, and Register of Beneficial Owners with the BVI authorities. In the Standard and Premium packages, the government fees for the additional certificates they include—such as the registry-issued original Certificate of Incorporation and the Certificate of Good Standing—are covered as well. There is nothing extra to pay to the government for your incorporation.
Yes. Every package includes the government fees for companies with up to 50,000 authorized shares. If your company is authorized to issue more than 50,000 shares, the government charges a higher fee, so we add US$800 to any package. Most companies are comfortably set up within the 50,000-share tier, so the standard package price applies.
Absolutely not. Transparency is at the core of how we operate. What you see is what you pay—no hidden fees, no surprises. Our BVI incorporation cost includes all-inclusive packages designed to give you complete peace of mind. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients, and that starts with being upfront and honest about pricing from day one. Every fee is clearly listed, and we'll never charge you for something you didn't expect.
Your first year is included with incorporation. From year two onwards, your BVI company needs an annual renewal to stay in good standing, which covers the annual government fee, registered agent and registered office services, and the required filings our team prepares and submits. Our renewal packages start at US$1,499 per year for Basic, with Standard (US$1,999) adding the certificates banks frequently request and Premium (US$2,749) adding notarization and apostille. You can find the complete breakdown on our BVI compliance pricing page.
Please contact our team and we will see whether we can assist with changing your package—though we cannot promise it. Whether a change is possible depends on how far your order has progressed, since some commitments are made on your behalf early in the process, such as government fees that have already been paid. If you are unsure which package fits, we recommend speaking with us before placing your order.
We recommend paying your BVI company set up cost via bank transfer for the smoothest experience. We also accept debit and credit card payments for your convenience. Unfortunately, we do not currently accept cryptocurrency as a payment option. Once you're ready to proceed, we'll provide detailed payment instructions along with your invoice.
Unfortunately, no. If you've already researched the market, you'll know that our pricing is competitive—if not among the lowest available. We offer affordable BVI company formation without compromising on quality or service. We don't follow shady pricing practices or bait-and-switch tactics. Our prices are transparent and fair, designed to provide you with quality service for your business's lifetime. That's why we're firm with our pricing structure.
Not Sure Which Package Fits?
Tell us about your plans and the package you have in mind. Our specialists will confirm it is the right fit, answer your pricing questions, and guide you through every step of the incorporation—no commitment required.