Workflow checklist
- Identify the registry. www.companiesregistrygrenada.com
- Check access requirements. Account required: No. Local ID required: No.
- Plan budget. Price range: USD 0.00-19.00. Payment methods: Cash (in person), Bank transfer.
- Anticipate friction. Captcha / 2FA: Unknown. English UI: Yes.
- Plan turnaround. Expected: Instant name search; 2–5 business days for certified extracts.
- Verify recency. Last verified: 17 May 2026. Confirm current pricing at the official registry before submitting.
TL;DR. Grenada’s official company registry is the Companies Registry of Grenada, accessible at companiesregistrygrenada.com. Basic name searches are free; certified extracts cost approximately XCD 50–100 (~USD 19–37). The registry is functional and English-language. Grenada is an OECS member and part of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU) under the ECCB. It is not on the FATF grey list as of May 2026.
What is the official Grenada business registry?
The Companies Registry of Grenada operates under the Ministry of Legal Affairs and administers company registration under the Companies Act (Cap. 90A), which is based on the OECS Model Companies Act framework. The registry covers: companies limited by shares (private and public), companies limited by guarantee, unlimited companies, external companies (foreign branches), partnerships, and business names. International business companies (IBCs) registered for offshore purposes fall under the International Companies Act.
Grenada is a tri-island state comprising the islands of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, with a population of approximately 125,000. It is a CARICOM and OECS member, sharing the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) with seven other ECCB territories. Grenada’s legal system is based on English common law, inherited from British colonial administration; Grenada gained independence in 1974.
The registry portal at companiesregistrygrenada.com provides online company search access. Grenada has a functioning Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme that is relevant for KYC identity screening purposes, as some Grenadian nationals may have obtained citizenship through investment rather than birth.
What can you search?
The Companies Registry online portal supports:
- Company name search (full or partial)
- Registration number lookup
- Status inquiry (active, struck off, dissolved)
Search results include: company name, registration number, legal form, date of incorporation, and current status. Director information, shareholder details, and complete filing histories are available through certified extracts from the Registry office. The depth of online free search is limited to name and status; compliance-grade verification requires a certified extract.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Cost (XCD) | Cost (USD, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Online name search | XCD 0 | USD 0 |
| Certified extract / certificate of good standing | XCD 50–100 | ~USD 19–37 |
| IBC incorporation (government fee) | XCD 250–500 | ~USD 93–185 |
| Business name registration | XCD 25–75 | ~USD 9–28 |
The Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) is pegged to the USD at XCD 2.70 = USD 1.00, maintained since 1976 by the ECCB. Verify fees with the Companies Registry directly before any transaction.
Do you need a local account or ID?
No. The online portal is accessible internationally without registration or a Grenadian identity document. Certified extracts and formal document requests can be arranged through the Companies Registry office (in person or by written request), typically through a local attorney or corporate service provider for foreign buyers.
Is the website in English?
Yes. English is Grenada’s official language, and all Companies Registry materials, the online portal, and official company documents are in English. This makes the registry directly accessible to international compliance buyers.
What’s the turnaround time?
Online name searches are immediate. Certified extracts and formal document requests typically take 2–5 business days. For time-sensitive requirements, engaging a local attorney familiar with the Companies Registry processes is recommended.
Is there an API?
No public API is available from the Grenada Companies Registry as of May 2026. Web-based search only. Compliance platforms should engage a local data partner for systematic Grenada entity lookups.
What you legally cannot do
Grenada’s data protection framework and the Companies Registry terms of use prohibit:
- Automated bulk scraping of the Companies Registry portal for commercial redistribution
- Using personal data from registry records for unsolicited marketing or profiling
- Misrepresenting uncertified online search results as certified official documents
For IBC structures: the International Companies Act requires licensed registered agents to maintain corporate and UBO records. Confidentiality obligations under the Act protect these records from public disclosure; authorised competent authorities can access them. Request UBO declarations from the counterparty or their registered agent for compliance purposes.
For general cross-border due diligence principles, see the Global Business Due Diligence Guide.
Practical tips for foreign compliance buyers
- XCD is pegged to USD. Fixed at XCD 2.70 = USD 1.00 since 1976. No exchange rate risk.
- OECS regulatory context. Grenada is an OECS and ECCU member. Company law is harmonised across OECS members under the Model Companies Act framework. Banking supervision is regional through the ECCB. The Grenada Financial Intelligence Unit (GFIU) handles AML/CFT compliance; the Grenada Authority for the Regulation of Financial Institutions (GARFIN) licenses and supervises banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and other financial entities.
- Domestic vs. IBC track. Domestic companies can operate within Grenada. IBCs are for non-resident ownership, exempt from Grenadian taxes on foreign income, registered through licensed agents. For offshore Grenadian structures, engage the registered agent for due diligence.
- UBO data is not public. Beneficial ownership information is held by licensed registered agents and the GFIU. There is no public UBO registry. Request UBO declarations from the counterparty or their registered agent for KYC purposes.
- Citizenship by Investment (CBI). Grenada’s CBI programme is one of only two Caribbean programmes that grants access to the US E-2 investor visa treaty (the other being Turkey). This makes Grenadian CBI citizenship attractive for non-US investors seeking US business visa access. As a result, some Grenadian CBI citizens have strong economic ties outside Grenada. Nationality screening should account for this.
- FATF status: not grey-listed. Grenada is not on the FATF list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring as of May 2026. It is a CFATF member. Verify current status at fatf-gafi.org.
- GARFIN for financial services. If your counterparty is in banking, insurance, or credit services, check the GARFIN register at garfin.gd in addition to the Companies Registry.
Alternatives if you cannot access the Companies Registry directly
- OpenCorporates: May index some Grenada company data; limited and lagging. Indicative use only.
- Local attorneys: The Grenada Bar Association can provide referrals to local practitioners experienced in Companies Registry searches.
- GARFIN (garfin.gd): For financial services entity verification.
Local data suppliers
No major independent commercial credit bureau operates specifically in Grenada as of May 2026. For credit risk assessment, engage a regional Eastern Caribbean law firm, request certified financial statements from the counterparty, or use the Grenada Chamber of Industry and Commerce for trade references.
FAQ
What is GARFIN?
The Grenada Authority for the Regulation of Financial Institutions (GARFIN) licenses and supervises banks, non-bank financial institutions, credit unions, insurance companies, and pension funds in Grenada. GARFIN works alongside the ECCB (which supervises commercial banks regionally) and the GFIU. If your counterparty holds a financial services licence in Grenada, GARFIN licence verification is essential.
Does Grenada have a public UBO registry?
No. Beneficial ownership data is held by licensed registered agents (for IBCs) and maintained under GFIU oversight. It is not publicly searchable. Request UBO declarations from the counterparty or their registered agent.
What is Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme?
Grenada’s CBI programme, established under the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Act 2013, allows foreign nationals to obtain Grenadian citizenship through qualifying real estate investment or contributions to the National Transformation Fund. Grenada CBI citizenship is particularly sought after because Grenada has a treaty with the United States allowing Grenadian nationals to apply for E-2 investor visas, a pathway not available to citizens of many other countries. Grenadian passports also provide visa-free access to the UK, EU Schengen Area, and over 140 countries.
Is Grenada on the FATF grey list?
No. Grenada is not on the FATF list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring as of May 2026. It is a CFATF member and participates in the Caribbean AML/CFT mutual evaluation process. Verify current status at fatf-gafi.org/en/countries/detail/Grenada.html.
What entity types are registered with the Grenada Companies Registry?
The registry covers: companies limited by shares (private and public), companies limited by guarantee, unlimited companies, external companies (foreign branches), partnerships, and business names under the Companies Act. International business companies (IBCs) are registered under the separate International Companies Act through licensed registered agents.
Last verified: May 2026. Sources: Companies Registry of Grenada (companiesregistrygrenada.com); Grenada Authority for the Regulation of Financial Institutions (garfin.gd); Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (eccb-centralbank.org); FATF Grenada country page (fatf-gafi.org). For the full global due diligence framework, see our Global Business Due Diligence Guide.