BAP International review
Updated October 12, 2026 · ForgeCue Editorial Team
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Our verdict
For founders planning a Vanuatu presence, BAP International acts as a chartered accounting and business consulting firm handling local and international incorporations. It suits small businesses and international organisations wanting accounting, trust formation and immigration support alongside formation in one place.
Key facts
- Best for
- Businesses forming companies or trusts in Vanuatu
- Registered agent
- nominee shareholder service included in annual representation fee (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Turnaround time
- 2 days (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Jurisdictions
- VU (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Headquarters
- Vanuatu (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Founded
- 1971 (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Support channels
- Email, Phone (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Audience
- Small business, Enterprise
- Official website
- bap-international.com
Apps and profiles
- Elsewhere
- LinkedInfacebook.com
Pros and cons
Pros
- Handles both local company incorporation and international company incorporation
- Offers trust formation alongside valuations, auditing and accounting support
- Advises on licences, permits, residency and citizenship applications
- Operates from Port Vila with origins dating back to 1971
Cons
- Focuses on Vanuatu structures, which limits choice for other jurisdictions
- Combines formation with accounting work, adding complexity for simple filings
Who it suits
- Small businesses seeking Vanuatu incorporation
- International organisations needing trust and accounting support
- Founders pursuing residency alongside business setup
Who should look elsewhere
- Founders seeking formation outside Vanuatu
Core features
BAP International handles local company incorporation and international company incorporation, plus trust formation and business valuation. It provides yearly auditing, general accounting and insolvency and business recovery assistance. The team advises on licences and permits required to live or conduct business in Vanuatu and processes those permits. It supports strata title work over leases and body corporate management. It also assists with immigration matters, including residency and citizenship applications, alongside accounting software implementation and training.
How BAP International compares
Frequently asked questions
What company formation services does BAP International offer?+
BAP International handles local company incorporation and international company incorporation for clients in Vanuatu. It also forms trusts and provides business valuations. The work sits alongside accounting and consulting support for new and established businesses.
Where is BAP International based?+
BAP International operates from Port Vila in Vanuatu and serves clients locally and internationally. Its team includes 3 partners and 26 staff. The Vanuatu base supports its focus on local companies, offshore clients and immigration related business needs.
How long has the firm been operating?+
The firm traces its origins back to 1971. It has practiced for more than 50 years as a chartered accounting and business consulting firm. Its history covers auditing, accounting, consulting and company work for small and larger organisations.
What other business services does it provide beyond incorporation?+
Beyond incorporation, BAP International provides auditing, accounting, insolvency and business recovery services. It advises on licences and permits and assists with strata titles and body corporate management. It also helps with residency and citizenship applications for those living or doing business in Vanuatu.
When was BAP International founded?+
BAP International was founded in 1971. (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
How can I contact BAP International support?+
BAP International offers support through Email, Phone. (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
Sources
- bap-international.com checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Audience
“Whether you own a small business or an international organisation”
- bap-international.com/about checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Founded
“The firm's origins date back to 1971”
- bap-international.com/contact checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Headquarters, Support channels
“1st Floor B&P House, Kumul Highway, Port Vila, Vanuatu”
- bap-international.com/services/corporate-services checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Jurisdictions, Registered agent, Turnaround time
“Incorporating international or local companies”
Compiled from 4 source pages, checked October 13, 2026. We did not open an account.
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