In its quest to comply with international standards and keeping abreast of developments in the offshore world, Samoa reviews its legislations regularly, with a view to further diversify its solutions and broaden the range of offshore vehicles readily available.
Samoa IBFC offers this information through the various legislation
SAMOA TRUSTEE COMPANIES ACT 2017
The Trustee Companies Act 2017 regulates trustee companies in Samoa, introducing three types of licenses: Services, Trust, and Composite.
SAMOA TRUSTS ACT 2014
The Trusts Act 2014 governs the creation and administration of trusts in Samoa, offering robust asset protection.
SAMOA FOUNDATIONS ACT 2016
The Foundations Act 2016 outlines how to establish and manage foundations in Samoa.
SAMOA INTERNATIONAL BANKING ACT 2005
The International Banking Act 2005 regulates licensing, operations, and supervision of international banks in Samoa.
SAMOA INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES ACT 1988*
The International Companies Act 1988 sets regulations for incorporating and managing international companies in Samoa.
SEGREGATED FUNDS INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES ACT 2000
The Segregated Fund International Companies Act 2000 defines specialized corporate structures for international companies in Samoa.
INTERNATIONAL MUTUAL FUNDS ACT 2008
Samoa’s regulatory framework ensures transparency, investor protection, and global competitiveness under the International Mutual Funds Act 2008.
INTERNATIONAL AND LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS ACT 1998
The International Partnership and Limited Partnership Act 1998 governs formation and operation of international and limited partnerships in Samoa.
SPECIAL PURPOSE INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES ACT 2012
This Act regulates the establishment, management, and operations of special purpose international companies in Samoa.
INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE ACT 1988
This Act regulates the licensing, operations, and compliance of international insurance businesses in Samoa, ensuring stability and oversight.
TRUSTEE COMPANIES AMENDMENT ACT 2019
This Act clarifies license revocation and surrender for trustee companies, ensuring regulatory compliance and consistency in terminology.
FOUNDATIONS AMENDMENT ACT 2019
This Act updates foundation regulations in Samoa, enhancing governance, compliance, and operational clarity for better legal and administrative standards.