Namibia Company Documents
What Company Documents can I order?
We provide the following company documents in Namibia where available:
- Namibia Certificate of Incorporation
- Namibia Memorandum & Article of Association
- Namibia Certificate of Good Standing
- Namibia Accounts (where available)
- Namibia Commercial Extract
Namibia Prices & Delivery
We will provide a no obligation quote with our prices and delivery times once we know your requirements. Please complete the form below in order for us to provide you with a quotation.
What is the source of the documents/extracts?
The company documents/extracts are obtained from the local Namibia company register. The registry is called Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA).
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What is the company registry in Namibia?
Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA)
3 Rühr Street, Northern Industrial Area, P.O.Box 185, Windhoek, Namibia
About Namibia
The Namibia Companies Registry is located in Windhoek.
Namibia officially the Republic of Namibia is a country on the west coast of Southern Africa. The main language of Namibia is Oshiwambo which is spoken by 49.8% of the population with other languages such as Khoekhoegowab and Kavango spoken by a small percentage. The local currency is the Namibian dollar (NAD). The population of Namibia is over 3.10 million.
Namibia Economy
The Real GDP in Namibia is in the region of $29.944 billion with a GDP per capita of $10,100. Namibia economy growth has been bolstered by tourism, services, construction, and private consumption. The leading export commodities for Namibia are diamonds, gold, fish, radioactive chemicals, ships.
Main Trading Partners of Namibia
The leading export and import partners for Namibia are:
- Exports: South Africa 28%, Botswana 11%, China 10%, Zambia 5%, France 4%
- Imports: South Africa 41%, China 7%, Nigeria 5%, India 4%, UAE 4%
Namibia Certificate of Incorporation
The Namibia Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the local company register and we can provide a copy of this company incorporation certificate where available. A certificate of incorporation is a legal document that proves a company is registered with the local register and has met all the requirements to do so.
Namibia Certificate of Good Standing
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Namibia company registry. A Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) is an official document that confirms a company’s legal compliance and good standing. The availability and information provided on the certificate of good standing will vary for each jurisdiction.
Reasons to obtain company documents
An extract from the Namibia register can be used for many reasons including:
- Background checks on potential Namibia customers / suppliers
- Litigation claims
- Check potential employers
- Wills and Probate
Regulation for Namibia Company Register
There are regulations for all company registers and in Namibia the relevant laws are:
- Commercial Code of 2004
What information is free to view at Namibia Company Registry?
In some jurisdictions certain information is free to view and in Namibia the following information can be viewed free of charge:
- Namibia Registration Number
- Namibia Company Name
- Namibia Date Registered
- Namibia Company Status
Do you need to register / sign up at the Namibia Company Registry?
No, you do not need to sign up at the local Namibia register to order, obtain and download registered documents.
Number of Registered Companies in Namibia
The number of registered companies is not Publicly Available in Namibia.
Types of Companies in Namibia
Businesses in Namibia can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
- Namibia Close Corporation
- Namibia Companies (Private, Public and Section 21)
- Namibia Sole Trader
- Namibia Partnership
- Namibia Trusts
- Namibia Co-operatives
- Namibia Foreign or External Companies
Other Namibia Company Registry Services
Namibia Company Register provides a wide range of services which includes:
- Namibia Intellectual Property
- Namibia Patents
- Namibia Trademarks
- Namibia Industrial Designs
Can you order a Namibia Apostille Certificate?
Yes, Namibia agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. Therefore, Namibia accepts the Apostille Certificate for Namibia Company Registry Search Documents in place of any further legalisation process.
Namibia signed up to the Hague Convention on 30th January 2001.
What is the language(s) of the Namibia Company Registry?
The Namibia Company Register is in English language only.
Namibia Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Namibia has 29 embassies and high commissions abroad, as well as 75 consulates and three other representations.
Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, hosts 33 embassies and high commissions, and in addition there are a total of 29 consulates and one other representation located in Namibia.
Namibia Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Namibia. Our local partner is based in Windhoek which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Namibia including Rundu, Luderitz, Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. Our agents can make discreet enquiries at the location to confirm if company currently trades at the address and take photographs along with any other special requests.
Namibia Country Rating
The current bond ratings for Namibia from the major credit bureau(s) is listed below. Rating factors include the current account balance, debt payment history and timeliness, banking and financial operations, future economic outlook, and national economic strength.
- Namibia Moody’s rating: Ba3 (first obtained in 2020)
Namibia Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Namibia Debt Collection service on a No Win No Fee basis. All debts are pursued by our local office/partner in the country/jurisdiction where the debtor is located including Namibia.
Namibia Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Namibia. Our specialist Namibia skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Namibia Business Credit Reports
Creditreform provides Namibia Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Namibia. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Namibia Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Namibia?
The extracts / documents available will vary depending on the jurisdiction and company type. If you can provide details on the company we can check availability to confirm what extracts are available and provide quote.
2. What is the difference between a company extract and a credit report?
A company extract provides official information/documentation which can include where available such as a company’s registration, directors, and share capital. A credit report provides information about a company’s finances, ownership and credit worthiness.
3. Is shareholder information available in Namibia?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Namibia?
Financial information is usually required to be filed at the local register but is not always publicly available. Financial information is more publicly available in Europe compared to other regions globally where there is not always a legal requirement.
5. What is the cost to obtain company extracts?
The cost of obtaining company extracts varies depending on the jurisdiction, access to the local register and the delivery speed required. We will always provide a no obligation quote before proceeding.
6. What is the delivery time to obtain company documents?
The delivery time to obtain company documents depends on the jurisdiction and access to the local register. We will always provide the documents by email where possible to speed up delivery.
Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA)
3 Rühr Street, Northern Industrial Area, P.O.Box 185, Windhoek, Namibia
The Namibia Companies Registry is located in Windhoek.
Namibia officially the Republic of Namibia is a country on the west coast of Southern Africa. The main language of Namibia is Oshiwambo which is spoken by 49.8% of the population with other languages such as Khoekhoegowab and Kavango spoken by a small percentage. The local currency is the Namibian dollar (NAD). The population of Namibia is over 3.10 million.
The Real GDP in Namibia is in the region of $29.944 billion with a GDP per capita of $10,100. Namibia economy growth has been bolstered by tourism, services, construction, and private consumption. The leading export commodities for Namibia are diamonds, gold, fish, radioactive chemicals, ships.
The leading export and import partners for Namibia are:
- Exports: South Africa 28%, Botswana 11%, China 10%, Zambia 5%, France 4%
- Imports: South Africa 41%, China 7%, Nigeria 5%, India 4%, UAE 4%
The Namibia Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the local company register and we can provide a copy of this company incorporation certificate where available. A certificate of incorporation is a legal document that proves a company is registered with the local register and has met all the requirements to do so.
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Namibia company registry. A Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) is an official document that confirms a company’s legal compliance and good standing. The availability and information provided on the certificate of good standing will vary for each jurisdiction.
An extract from the Namibia register can be used for many reasons including:
- Background checks on potential Namibia customers / suppliers
- Litigation claims
- Check potential employers
- Wills and Probate
There are regulations for all company registers and in Namibia the relevant laws are:
- Commercial Code of 2004
In some jurisdictions certain information is free to view and in Namibia the following information can be viewed free of charge:
- Namibia Registration Number
- Namibia Company Name
- Namibia Date Registered
- Namibia Company Status
Do you need to register / sign up at the Namibia Company Registry?
No, you do not need to sign up at the local Namibia register to order, obtain and download registered documents.
Number of Registered Companies in Namibia
The number of registered companies is not Publicly Available in Namibia.
Types of Companies in Namibia
Businesses in Namibia can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
- Namibia Close Corporation
- Namibia Companies (Private, Public and Section 21)
- Namibia Sole Trader
- Namibia Partnership
- Namibia Trusts
- Namibia Co-operatives
- Namibia Foreign or External Companies
Other Namibia Company Registry Services
Namibia Company Register provides a wide range of services which includes:
- Namibia Intellectual Property
- Namibia Patents
- Namibia Trademarks
- Namibia Industrial Designs
Can you order a Namibia Apostille Certificate?
Yes, Namibia agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. Therefore, Namibia accepts the Apostille Certificate for Namibia Company Registry Search Documents in place of any further legalisation process.
Namibia signed up to the Hague Convention on 30th January 2001.
What is the language(s) of the Namibia Company Registry?
The Namibia Company Register is in English language only.
Namibia Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Namibia has 29 embassies and high commissions abroad, as well as 75 consulates and three other representations.
Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, hosts 33 embassies and high commissions, and in addition there are a total of 29 consulates and one other representation located in Namibia.
Namibia Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Namibia. Our local partner is based in Windhoek which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Namibia including Rundu, Luderitz, Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. Our agents can make discreet enquiries at the location to confirm if company currently trades at the address and take photographs along with any other special requests.
Namibia Country Rating
The current bond ratings for Namibia from the major credit bureau(s) is listed below. Rating factors include the current account balance, debt payment history and timeliness, banking and financial operations, future economic outlook, and national economic strength.
- Namibia Moody’s rating: Ba3 (first obtained in 2020)
Namibia Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Namibia Debt Collection service on a No Win No Fee basis. All debts are pursued by our local office/partner in the country/jurisdiction where the debtor is located including Namibia.
Namibia Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Namibia. Our specialist Namibia skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Namibia Business Credit Reports
Creditreform provides Namibia Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Namibia. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Namibia Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Namibia?
The extracts / documents available will vary depending on the jurisdiction and company type. If you can provide details on the company we can check availability to confirm what extracts are available and provide quote.
2. What is the difference between a company extract and a credit report?
A company extract provides official information/documentation which can include where available such as a company’s registration, directors, and share capital. A credit report provides information about a company’s finances, ownership and credit worthiness.
3. Is shareholder information available in Namibia?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Namibia?
Financial information is usually required to be filed at the local register but is not always publicly available. Financial information is more publicly available in Europe compared to other regions globally where there is not always a legal requirement.
5. What is the cost to obtain company extracts?
The cost of obtaining company extracts varies depending on the jurisdiction, access to the local register and the delivery speed required. We will always provide a no obligation quote before proceeding.
6. What is the delivery time to obtain company documents?
The delivery time to obtain company documents depends on the jurisdiction and access to the local register. We will always provide the documents by email where possible to speed up delivery.
