Offshore company

Unleash your global possibilities

Known for its strategic location, world-class infrastructure and investor-friendly policies, the UAE offers an ideal environment for setting up an offshore company. Benefit from a tax-efficient structure that allows your business to thrive on the global stage while benefiting from a business-friendly regulatory environment.

The advantages of an offshore company:

Simple foundation

Our experienced team of professionals will ensure a smooth and straightforward process for setting up an offshore company. We will guide you every step of the way, from selecting the appropriate offshore jurisdiction to obtaining the necessary licenses and permits to ensure your company is fully compliant.

Tax efficiency and asset protection

Offshore companies are designed to improve tax efficiency and asset protection for international companies. Our experts can advise you on how to optimize your tax strategy so that you can generate more profits and protect your assets.

Confidentiality and privacy

Offshore offers a high level of confidentiality and privacy for business owners. Rest assured that your company information will remain confidential so you can conduct your global affairs discreetly and with peace of mind.

Access to global markets

Setting up an offshore company in the UAE opens doors to a world of opportunities. Benefit from easy access to international markets to expand your business and tap into lucrative markets worldwide.

Flexible corporate structure

Offshore companies offer a flexible corporate structure that allows you to customize your company according to your specific business needs. This adaptability ensures that you can optimize the structure of your company to achieve your desired goals.

What you should look out for

Careful consideration and comprehensive legal advice is crucial to understand the advantages and disadvantages of an offshore company and to ensure that the formation of such a company meets your individual business objectives and complies with applicable laws and regulations.

There are many different offshore financial centers around the world that attract offshore companies and businesses. Some of the best known and most common offshore financial centers are:

  • Dubai (United Arab Emirates): Dubai offers an attractive offshore platform for companies looking to expand their business in the Middle East and North Africa.
  • British Virgin Islands (BVI): The BVI is one of the most popular offshore financial centers and offers a variety of benefits such as tax privileges and confidentiality.
  • Cayman Islands: The Cayman Islands are known for their stable economy and, like the BVI, offer favorable tax conditions.
  • Hong Kong: Hong Kong is an important financial center in Asia and attracts many companies looking to do business in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Mauritius: Mauritius is an up-and-coming offshore financial center in Africa, offering favorable tax benefits and a stable economy.
  • Singapore: Singapore is a leading financial center in Asia and offers a favorable business environment for offshore companies.
  • Panama: Panama is known for its offshore company structures and offers competitive tax advantages.
  • Seychelles: The Seychelles offer a favorable offshore platform for companies and private individuals.

It is important to note that the legality and benefits of offshore companies depend heavily on compliance with national and international laws and regulations. It is highly recommended to seek professional advice from our legal and financial experts before deciding to incorporate an offshore company. Each offshore financial center has its own regulations and conditions that should be considered depending on the specific business requirements and objectives.

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Free zones have specific license categories that cover certain business activities. The business activities are often geared towards the free zone's specialized industries.
In most free zones, companies are exempt from corporate taxes for a period of 15 to 50 years. There is also no VAT on most business transactions within the free zone.
Free zones often have flexible regulations regarding office locations and can also offer virtual offices.
Free zones usually have less strict regulations regarding the employment of foreigners and visa requirements for employees.
Free zones often have simplified corporate governance requirements and less formal procedures.
A Freezone company may establish branches outside the Freezone, but these branches are subject to the rules of the relevant Mainland authorities.
A Mainland company can operate in most industries and has a wider range of business opportunities.
A Mainland company is usually required to pay business taxes, depending on the nature of its business activities. VAT also applies to most business transactions.
A Mainland company must have a physical office location in the UAE.
For a Mainland company, the general labor regulations of the UAE apply.
A Mainland company is subject to more extensive corporate governance rules and formalities.
A Mainland company can establish subsidiaries in the UAE and abroad.

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