Offshore Company Formation

International Business

Setup your Offshore company in the UAE

Unique features of offshore companies.

Entrepreneurs looking to conduct international trade or holding activities should consider opening a Dubai offshore business. This structure is cost-effective, tax-efficient and provides access to the global market with little administrative work required.

An offshore company is a legal business entity that is set up with the intention of operating outside its registered jurisdiction and/or the location of its ultimate ownership. A UAE offshore company benefits from exemption from local corporate taxation. Unlike other jurisdictions that are considered primarily for taxation purposes, the UAE has a highly regulated banking system, sophisticated infrastructure and facilities, cutting-edge telecommunications networks, and easy access to international markets.

Typical uses of an Offshore Company

International Business Company

Flexible corporate vehicle to facilitate worldwide investments and global trade.

Holding company

Flexible corporate vehicle to hold shares in subsidiary companies.

Special Purpose Vehicle

Company to hold specific assets such as real estate.

Project company

Vehicle to own and operate a specific project while reducing the exposure of shareholders to liability.

Segregated portfolio

Company Use of segregated portfolios for different assets can insulate each. asset from liability and permit the separation of ownership from management and control.

Offshore jurisdictions in the UAE

RAKICC

RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is one of the fastest-growing international corporate registries with an excellent reputation for compliance and professional services. RAK ICC is responsible for the registration and incorporation of International Business Companies. RAKICC is a leading provider of IBC formation services, headquartered in Ras Al Khaimah with an additional office in Dubai.

JAFZA

One of the largest Free Zone in the world, and the largest customs bonded zone in the Middle East. JAFZA offers different company types including Offshore companies. JAFZA enjoys a central location in an unrivalled ecosystem that has allowed them to grow over the last three to four decades, just as their proximity to Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and Expo 2020 Dubai has helped them become an ideal hub for global trade and a well-integrated business setup solution provider.

Did you know?

Offshore companies can own properties in Dubai

Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed memorandums of understanding (MoU) with RAKICC, RAKEZ, DIFC and JAFZA for the registration of land and freehold properties. This allows entities based in these jurisdictions to purchase and register properties with the DLD

Free Zone Companies

The UAE offers investors more than 40 multidisciplinary free zones. We handle the entire company formation process for you, and get your company incorporated quickly and efficiently.

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Mainland Companies

Mainland companies are companies registered with the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai or any related department in other Emirates.