Company and post-incorporation support.
The Legal Unit provides legal assistance to the public for the incorporation of companies and the preparation of post-incorporation documents. Under the Companies Act, a company is a body corporate incorporated or continued under that Act. Clients are advised on the nature of a company, the requirements for incorporation and post-incorporation, and the obligations that must be fulfilled.
The Department’s professional service is free of charge. Clients pay only the prescribed fees set under the Companies Act to the Registry of Companies and Intellectual Property.
Available support.
Company incorporation
Information gathering, document preparation and guided submission.
Post-incorporation documents
Preparation of approved documents and changes after incorporation.
Annual returns
Assistance preparing company annual returns.
Use of “Saint Lucia” in a name
Requests to use the words “Saint Lucia”, or any variation, in a business or company name.
CARICOM Rights of Establishment
Requests from CARICOM nationals who wish to engage in commerce or trade in Saint Lucia.
Appointments
An interview with the Legal Officer for services that require consultation.
How incorporation works.
- Name search. Complete a Company Name Search Form at the SBDC and submit it to the Registry of Companies.
- Return the approved name. Bring the approved company name to the Centre with your National ID card.
- Intake. SBDC staff complete an Intake Form and a Company Registration Information Form with basic details about your company.
- Legal interview. Your information is forwarded to the Legal Officer, who will call to arrange an interview.
- Documents and fees. The Legal Officer prepares the documents, and you pay the prescribed Registry fees.
CARICOM Rights of Establishment — requirements.
Documents are sent to the CSME Focal Point at the Department, who interviews the applicant and determines eligibility.
Frequently asked questions.
Where is Legal Services located?
On the 4th Floor of the Heraldine Rock Building, Waterfront, Castries, within the Department of Commerce.
Who can incorporate a company?
One or more persons may incorporate a company by signing and submitting the required documents in the prescribed form. Each person must be at least 18 years old, of sound mind as deemed by a registered medical practitioner in Saint Lucia, and not bankrupt.
How much does this process cost?
The Department’s incorporation and post-incorporation services are free. You pay only the prescribed fees under the Companies Act to the Registry of Companies and Intellectual Property.
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