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Get your official Company Certificate of Incumbency issued by your company's registered agent in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). We handle the entire retrieval process securely—ideal for banking, corporate verification, and global compliance requirements.

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Official Certificate of Incumbency documentation from BVI Registered Agent
Overview

Understanding Your Certificate

Essential information about obtaining and using your official BVI Certificate of Incumbency issued by your company's Registered Agent.

Who Can Obtain
Our Customers
Any company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands can obtain its Certificate of Incumbency, if it administered by us.
Official Verification
Not Available
No government verification portal exists. Apostille or legalization available if authentication is needed.
Validity Period
No Legal Expiry
A Certificate of Incumbency does not have a fixed expiry date, but its requesters generally require one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Turnaround Time
1-3 Days
Standard processing takes 1-3 business days from request to delivery
Format
PDF & Physical
Available as certified digital PDF or original physical hard copy
Language
English
All BVI documents are issued in English as the official business language

Official Statement About a Company's Compliance

A BVI Certificate of Incumbency is an official document issued by your company's Registered Agent that confirms the current directors, officers, and shareholders of your company. This document provides verified information about your company's leadership and structure and is essential for banking, corporate verification, and regulatory compliance.

Who Issues?
Your Registered Agent
The Certificate of Incumbency is issued and signed by your company's Registered Agent, not the BVI Registry.
Document Access
Private Document
This certificate is not filed with any registry and cannot be obtained through public searches.
Certificate Contents

What's Included in Your Certificate

Detailed breakdown of each section and element found on your BVI company's certificate of incumbency

01

Jurisdiction and Applicable Legislation

Displays the jurisdiction as Territory of the British Virgin Islands at the document header. These documents reference the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 as governing legislation. This establishes the legal framework under which the incumbency information is certified.
02

Registered Agent Letterhead

Features the official letterhead and branding of your registered agent at the top of the document. This identifies the issuing authority and confirms the agent's authorization to certify company information under BVI regulations.
03

Document Title and Date

Features the official title "Certificate of Incumbency" prominently displayed on the document along with the issuance date. The date is critical as it establishes when all listed information was current and verified by the agent.
04

Company Name and Number

The official company name appears in bold formatting along with the unique BVI company registration number. This permanent identifier remains unchanged throughout the company's lifetime and serves as the most reliable method for identifying the specific company.
05

Directors Information

Lists all current directors of the company including their full legal names and appointment dates. For each director, the certificate shows when they were appointed to the board. This section confirms who has authority to act on behalf of the company.
06

Officers Information

Details all current company officers including President, Secretary, Treasurer, and other designated positions. Shows the full name of each officer and their specific title within the company. This establishes the management structure and signing authorities.
07

Shareholders Information

Provides information about current shareholders and their shareholding details. May include shareholder names, share classes, and number of shares held. Note that beneficial owner details are not disclosed on this certificate—only the registered shareholders appear. The level of detail depends on the company's privacy settings and share structure.
08

Registered Office and Agent

States the company's registered office address in BVI and identifies the registered agent. This registered agent certificate BVI information is crucial for official correspondence and confirms where legal documents should be served.
09

Agent Seal, Signature and Date

The official registered agent seal is positioned at the document's bottom-left corner. The agent's authorized signature and certificate issue date appear on the bottom-right for authentication. The certificate date is critical as it establishes when all listed information was current and verified.

Why Choose Our Service

Trusted by 500+ businesses worldwide for fast, verified retrieval of British Virgin Islands documents including BVI certificates of incumbency.
Complete end-to-end solution covering retrieval, apostille authentication, and additional certification options for international use of your document.
Secure, confidential processing with full data protection and regulatory compliance standards — your company information stays private and protected.
3–5 day standard delivery with express service available for urgent requests, ensuring quick access to your official Certificate of Incumbency BVI.
Use Cases

Common Uses for Your BVI CoI

Where and why you'll need your certificate of incumbency BVI document

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Banking Requirements

Banks worldwide require an incumbency document as part of their Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures when opening corporate accounts, updating authorized signatories, or granting banking powers to company officers.

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Corporate Governance

Essential documentation for board meetings, shareholder resolutions, and corporate decision-making processes. Provides official verification of who has authority to act on behalf of the company.

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Business Transactions

Required for major business deals, partnerships, and commercial agreements where counterparties need to verify who has authority to bind your offshore entity contractually.

Legal documents and compliance paperwork for regulatory submissions

Regulatory Compliance

Government agencies and regulatory bodies often require this document to verify company management structure and authorized representatives for licensing and compliance purposes.

Pricing

Affordable Certificate Retrieval

Obtain your BVI Certificate of Incumbency through our professional retrieval service

Expanship-Managed Companies

Professional Certificate of Incumbency retrieval for BVI Business Companies managed by Expanship

US$ 179
Per certificate

What's Included

Prepared and certified by qualified professionals
Current directors, officers, and shareholders listed
Professional document formatting and preparation
Secure digital delivery included
Additional copies available on request
Physical Delivery Express courier delivery worldwide +US$169
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Certification Options:
Registered Agent Certification +US$0 | Apostille Certification +US$249 | Notary Public Certification +US$149
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Process

How to Get Your Certificate of Incumbency BVI

Our streamlined 5-step process ensures you obtain your official BVI company document quickly and securely

Step 01

Submit Your Request

Apply by providing your company details and required documentation. Our team reviews your application within 24 hours of submission. You'll need your company name, registration number, and proof of authorization to request the certificate.

Submit Your Request
Step 02

Agent Verification

We liaise directly with your registered agent to verify your company's current directors, officers, and shareholders for retrieval. This ensures all information on your certificate is accurate and up-to-date with the company's registry records.

Agent Verification
Step 03

Document Issuance

Your registered agent issues the official certificate of incumbency British Virgin Islands with all current company officer and director information verified. The certificate is signed, sealed, and dated by the registered agent as proof of authenticity.

Document Issuance
Step 04

Authentication (Optional)

Get your document authenticated by Apostille or a notary public to ensure international recognition and legal validity. Apostille certification is recognized in 110+ Hague Convention countries, while notarization may be required for other jurisdictions.

Authentication (Optional)
Step 05

Secure Delivery

Receive your BVI incumbency certificate via secure courier or digital delivery, with full tracking and confirmation to your specified address worldwide. Digital copies are delivered within hours, while physical originals typically arrive within 1-3 business days.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about obtaining your certificate of incumbency BVI

Your company must be in good standing before a certificate can be issued. Requirements include: annual filings and fees up to date, no pending liquidation or receivership, current information on directors and shareholders on record, and all government and agent fees paid in full. We can help resolve any outstanding matters by getting your company transferred to our administration.

A BVI certificate of incumbency is an official document issued by your company's registered agent that lists the current directors, officers, and shareholders of your company. This certificate of incumbency British Virgin Islands confirms who has authority to act on behalf of the company and is essential for banking and business transactions.

No, this service is exclusively available to our customers whose BVI companies are under our administration. If your offshore company is currently managed by another registered agent, you can transfer it to us to become eligible for our wide range of services—including BVI company certificate of incumbency retrieval, compliance support, and more—making your business journey easier and more streamlined.

A BVI certificate of incumbency has no fixed legal expiry date. However, banks and institutions typically require a recently issued document—most accept certificates issued within the last 6 months, while some stricter institutions may require one issued within 3 months.

Standard processing for a BVI certificate of incumbency takes 1-3 business days.

The BVI certificate of incumbency is issued by your company's registered agent, not the BVI Registry or FSC. This is different from a Certificate of Good Standing, which is issued by the Registry. Your registered agent certifies the information from records they maintain at the registered office.

Yes, you can view a sample on our website. We also provide a professionally scanned digital copy of your actual certificate delivered via secure email. The digital copy is widely accepted by banks and business partners.

No, you don't need to visit BVI to get your certificate. We handle the entire process remotely on your behalf, including liaising with your registered agent and coordinating all necessary documentation and payments.

The certificate of incumbency BVI cost is US$179, which is an all-inclusive one-time fee. This includes agent fees, professional document retrieval, verification of company records, digital scanning, secure delivery, and expert handling throughout the process. There are no hidden fees.

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