The Companies (Non-Profit Organisation) Regulations, 2014 (the “Regulations”) came into effect on 6 August, 2014. The Regulations were specifically designed to address the risks faced by non-profit organisations (“NPOs”) relating to money laundering and terrorist financing. They impose a number of obligations on NPOs and on the Registrar General with the ultimate aim of protecting NPOs from being used for money laundering and terrorist financing.

Download PDF

Amendments to the Nominee Regime of Bahamian Companies

The enhanced requirements for nominee shareholders impose clear obligations on both nominee shareholders and companies to ensure that beneficial...

VAT Update in The Bahamas

VAT Exemption on Unprepared Foods Effective 1 April 2026 unprepared foods will be exempt from VAT. Note, however, that...