Business Setup
Offshore formation coordination
Understand what an offshore structure can and cannot do, and coordinate formation through approved registered agents.
The outcome
You are considering a structure for holding assets or international activity rather than trading in the UAE. We explain the proposed use and its limitations, then coordinate formation with an approved registered agent.
Support available
- A clear explanation of offshore uses and limitations
- Coordination with approved registered agents
- Preparation and collation of formation documents
- Follow-up through to incorporation
Offshore companies do not provide a residence visa or a local operating licence. Tax or legal questions are referred to qualified advisers.
Process
- 1
We discuss the intended use
- 2
We explain options and limitations
- 3
You confirm the scope with us and the agent
- 4
We coordinate the formation documents and follow-up
Questions
Offshore: FAQs
No. An offshore company does not support residence visas or permit trading within the UAE.
In some cases, subject to the rules of the relevant land department and authority. We confirm this with the appropriate parties before proceeding.
Tax treatment depends on your circumstances and the laws that apply to you. We recommend advice from a qualified tax adviser.
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