Category: Investments and funds. Country: Vanuatu.
The Vanuatu Investment Promotion Authority (VIPA) is the first point of call for all foreign investors planning to invest in Vanuatu. VIPAs primary role is the promotion of Direct Foreign Investment into the Republic of Vanuatu and to provide a service to all foreign investors from initial inquiry to a projects operational stage and even beyond. It provides general information packages and advice on investment opportunities, incentives and investment procedures in Vanuatu. VIPA is also empowered to facilitate business expansions and variations and to facilitate investors requests for work permits, residence permits, business licences and other government approvals. No foreign investor is allowed to do any business in Vanuatu until an approval is given by the Vanuatu Government through the VIPA Board. VIPA will guide you in undertaking business in Vanuatu and work with you to make your investment in the country a success. Vision. To coordinate and facilitate the creation of highly investor-friendly and welcoming atmosphere for foreign investment in Vanuatu by 2005. Mission Statement. To expeditiously facilitate, promote and foster foreign investment in Vanuatu and to generate greater economic prosperity for the people of Vanuatu.
Service to Investors. VIPA staff are made available to assist investors in the following ways: - Advise you on Government Policies relating to investment in Vanuatu. Advise you on investment opportunities in each economic sector in each province. Advise you on investment procedures in Vanuatu. Facilitate your request for: Residence Permits. Work Permits. Business Licenses. Other information upon request relating to your investment. Facilitate introduction to the relevant line Agencies for technical support, if it is necessary. Facilitate Joint Venture Partnerships with the existing companies, including local investors. Assist in your investment application to VIPA Board.
Provide after care services. VIPA are able to introduce investors to relevant local business contacts that will help facilitate business prospects in Vanuatu. VIPA have the resourses available to help investors pinpoint investment opportunities, and in collaboration with the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry assist investors to identify prospective joint venture partners if needed.
We take your inquiries and concerns and make it our business.
Address: 1st Floor Pilioko House, Port Vila, Phone: 678 24096 Fax: 678 25216
