Shelf Company Services

Purchase a Shelf Company for Business or Compliance Purposes

Amen Gap Services provides ready-made shelf companies in Nigeria for clients who require immediate corporate presence for business, compliance, or contractual purposes. Our shelf companies are fully compliant, inactive, and available for immediate transfer and use.

What Is a Shelf Company?

A shelf company—also known as an aged or off-the-shelf company—is a company that has been duly incorporated under Nigerian law but has never traded, conducted business, or incurred any assets or liabilities. These companies are legally registered and maintained solely for resale to clients who require an already-existing company.

All shelf companies provided by Amen Gap Services are kept compliant, non-operational, and ready for immediate deployment. Upon purchase, we handle the transfer of shares to the new owner, update directors and registered address, and, if required, facilitate a change of company name.

Why Shelf Companies Exist

Shelf companies are incorporated specifically to be held in reserve and sold to buyers who need a pre-existing company without going through the time and process of new incorporation.

How a Shelf Company Differs from a New Company

Unlike newly registered companies, shelf companies:

• Are already incorporated with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)

• Have an established corporate history

• Are ready for immediate use

• Have never traded or incurred liabilities

This makes them ideal for situations where time, compliance, or credibility is critical.

Common Reasons for Purchasing a Shelf Company

1. Bidding for Contracts

Certain contracts require companies to have existed for a specific period before bidding. A shelf company provides the corporate history needed to meet these eligibility requirements, allowing businesses to compete effectively.

2. Corporate Longevity and Credibility

An aged company can enhance credibility with banks, partners, regulators, and clients who may prefer dealing with an established entity rather than a newly incorporated business.

3. Regulatory and Compliance Readiness

Our shelf companies are fully compliant, with annual returns filed as required. They have no assets or liabilities and maintain a clean corporate and regulatory record.

Why Nigerian and Foreign Entities Use Shelf Companies

Shelf companies are commonly used because:

• They are already registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission

• They have obtained a Tax Identification Number (TIN)

• They offer immediate operational readiness

• They provide a clean compliance and credit history

How to Purchase a Shelf Company in Nigeria

To acquire a shelf company, the purchaser buys the share capital from the existing shareholder through a Share Purchase Agreement, which is filed with the Corporate Affairs Commission. Stamp duties arising from the share transfer are paid to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).

Amen Gap Services manages the entire transaction process to ensure a seamless and compliant transfer.

Documents You Will Receive

Upon purchase, you will receive:

• Share Purchase Agreement

• Certificate of Incorporation

• Memorandum and Articles of Association

• Updated CAC Form 1.1 reflecting new ownership and company details

Next Steps

If you require expert guidance on purchasing a shelf company in Nigeria—regardless of the company’s age—Amen Gap Services is ready to assist. We provide compliant shelf companies tailored to your business or regulatory needs and handle all post-purchase updates.

For inquiries or to begin the process, contact us at amengapservices@gmail.com or call us, and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.