Business Setup
Offshore Company Registration in the UAE
Holding, asset-protection and international trading structures — no visa, no office required.
A UAE offshore company (RAK ICC or JAFZA Offshore) is a registered non-resident vehicle used for holding shares and property, protecting assets and invoicing international trade. It carries no visa entitlement and no requirement for physical premises, which makes it inexpensive to maintain — but it is a structuring tool, not a substitute for a trading licence. We advise on whether an offshore vehicle is the right instrument for your objective before registering one.
What's included
What you get with offshore company registration
- Suitability assessment against your holding, trading or succession objective
- Registered agent appointment and jurisdiction selection
- Incorporation documents, MOA and articles
- Certificate of incorporation and share certificates
- Registered office address through a licensed agent
- Guidance on offshore bank account options
Paperwork
Documents you'll need
Gather these and the process moves quickly. We'll tell you if anything else is required for your specific case.
- Certified passport copies for all shareholders and directors
- Proof of address dated within the last three months
- Bank reference or professional reference letter
- Curriculum vitae for each shareholder
- Brief description of the intended activity and source of funds
What it costs
Transparent pricing, in writing
Cost depends on your activity, ownership and the scope you need. We give you an itemised written quote — government fees separated from our fee — before anything is filed.
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Get started with offshore company registration
One short form. A consultant who knows this specific service will come back to you with the cost, the timeline and what they need from you.
Ready to start your UAE business?
Tell us what you are trying to build and we will map the licence, the visas, the banking and the timeline — free, and with no obligation.