BVI Company Registration Form: How To Fill In?

Filling out the BVI Incorporation Form (Form R101) is a key step in officially registering a company under the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004. Whether you’re launching an international business, setting up a holding structure, or establishing a private investment vehicle, this form ensures your company is legally recognized in the British Virgin Islands. The process involves submitting key company details—such as the proposed name, company type, registered agent, and share structure—along with supporting documents like the Memorandum and Articles of Association. In this guide, we’ll walk you through each section of the form clearly and accurately, so you can complete your BVI incorporation smoothly and confidently.

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1. Company Identification

• (A) BC Number: Leave this blank if this is a new company. It will be issued by the Registry.
• (B) Reservation Number (required): Enter the company name reservation number from the BVI Registry. You must reserve a name before incorporating.
• 2. Transaction Date: Fill in the date you’re submitting this form in DD/MM/YYYY format.

3. Proposed Company Name

• Enter the full legal name of the company, exactly as approved in your name reservation.

4. Agent Name

• Write the full name of the licensed BVI registered agent handling the incorporation. (You must use a licensed agent in BVI to file this.)

5. Agent Address

• Provide the complete address of the registered agent. This becomes the company’s default registered office unless otherwise stated in section 10.

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6. Company Type

• Most common: “Limited by Shares”
• Other options: Limited by Guarantee, Unlimited Company, etc.

7. Company Type 2 – SPC or RPC

• Only applicable if you’re forming a Segregated Portfolio Company (SPC) or Restricted Purpose Company (RPC). Leave blank if not applicable.

8. Authorisation to Issue Shares

Choose one:

• NOT authorised to issue shares: Only for companies limited by guarantee.
• Authorised to issue shares:
  • State the number of shares authorized.
  • Indicate whether they are par value shares (tick Yes or No).

9. Bearer Shares

• Select Yes or No to indicate if your company can issue, convert, or exchange shares for bearer shares (note: bearer shares are heavily restricted under BVI law).
• If “Yes,” specify the number of bearer shares allowed.

10. Registered Office

• If different from the agent’s address (Section 5), enter it here.
• Leave blank if using the agent’s office.

11. Attachments

Tick the box to confirm you are attaching the Memorandum and Articles of Association, which are required.

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12. Consent (by Agent)

To be completed by the Registered Agent:

• Agent’s name goes in the blank.
• Authorised signatory signs and prints their full name.
• This confirms the agent consents to act on behalf of the company upon incorporation.

13. Additional Requests (Optional)

Check and complete the quantity and fees for any extra certified or duplicate documents:

• Certificate of Good Standing
• Certified Certificate of Incorporation
• Duplicate Certificate of Incorporation
• Certified/Stamped Memorandum & Articles

At the bottom, sum all fees under Total Funds Submitted.

Conclusion

Completing the BVI company registration form is a foundational step in establishing a legally compliant and internationally recognized business in the British Virgin Islands. By accurately providing company details, selecting the appropriate company type, and working with a licensed registered agent, you ensure that your incorporation process is both smooth and valid under BVI law. Once submitted with the required documents and fees, your company can be swiftly incorporated—often within a few business days—giving you access to one of the world’s most respected offshore jurisdictions. Always double-check the information and consult your agent to avoid delays or rejections.