There are a number of basic requirements that must be fulfilled before a New Zealand Company can be established. In order to complete its incorporation, a proposed New Zealand Company must have:

• A unique name, which has been reserved and approved with the New Zealand Companies Office
• One or more Shareholders, who may be an individual or a corporate shareholder
• One or more eligible Director
• Issued capital of one or more shares
• Registered Office Address in New Zealand
• Address for Service in New Zealand