What is a DIFC Prescribed Company?
A DIFC Prescribed Company is a special purpose entity established for limited and specific business activities. It offers lower setup and maintenance costs compared to other DIFC company types, making it attractive to French companies, family offices, and investment groups. French investors can use a DIFC Prescribed Company to hold assets, manage private wealth, conduct structured finance transactions, or support intra-group operations from within a UAE jurisdiction.
Introduced to attract global investors including French entrepreneurs and business families, this structure offers a cost-effective, tax-efficient, and legally robust platform in Dubai. DIFC Prescribed Companies operate under DIFC Prescribed Company Regulations, providing flexibility, confidentiality, and compliance within a recognised international financial centre.
Benefits of DIFC Prescribed Companies for French Investors
Cost Effective
Enjoy significantly lower registration and renewal fees, making it ideal for French SMEs, family businesses, and holding companies expanding into Dubai’s DIFC.
Tax Friendly
Benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income and no personal income tax, supporting French HNIs, startups, and investors in managing international operations efficiently.
Secure Asset Protection
DIFC offers a robust legal framework to hold intellectual property, overseas investments, and family wealth, ensuring protection from volatile jurisdictions.
Global Recognition
Operate from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a globally recognised financial hub, enhancing credibility and building trust with partners and investors.
No Office Space Required
No physical office needed, helping French companies avoid high rental costs and expand internationally with minimal infrastructure.
Versatile
Ideal for structured finance, intra-group operations, asset management, and private wealth management, offering French investors full flexibility for their business objectives.
Eligibility Criteria for DIFC Prescribed Companies
To establish a Prescribed Company, the applicant must meet specific eligibility requirements. These include:
Qualifying Applicants
- DIFC-registered entities
- Entities controlled by GCC nationals
- Family offices
- Startups approved by the DIFC Authority
Qualifying Purposes
- Holding legal titles to GCC-registered assets
- Structured finance and securitization
- Family wealth management
- Supporting intra-group operations
Restricted Activities
Prescribed Companies cannot engage in regulated or retail activities.
DIFC Prescribed Companies (French-focused)
Asset Holding Hold and manage real estate, intellectual property, or overseas assets under a secure UAE-based structure, ideal for French investors diversifying internationally.
Structured Finance Facilitate cross-border financing, securitisation, and investment transactions for French businesses and investors seeking efficient international structuring.
Family Wealth Management Protect and structure family wealth, succession plans, and estate assets – ideal for French HNIs and families planning global wealth protection.
Group Support Provide centralised services for French conglomerates or startups managing multiple entities across different jurisdictions.
Tech Startups Establish a tax-efficient holding entity for French tech ventures aiming to attract global funding and scale their operations internationally.
Cost of Setting Up a DIFC Prescribed Company
The cost of establishing a DIFC Prescribed Company is significantly lower than standard DIFC entities. Key expenses include:
Application Fee
Paid to the DIFC Registrar of Companies
Annual Fees
Cover ongoing compliance and renewals
Legal & Consultancy Fees
For drafting and submitting required documents
Why Choose Flying Colour for DIFC Prescribed Company Formation?
At Flying Colour Business Setup Services, we specialize in setting up DIFC Prescribed Companies with efficiency and professionalism.
Here's how we can assist:
Tailored Solutions
Our team provides tailored solutions based on your specific goals.
Tailored Solutions
We design solutions based on your specific needs, ensuring your objectives align with DIFC regulations.
Hassle-Free Process
We handle documentation, application submission, and communication with DIFC authorities on your behalf.
Transparent Pricing
Enjoy competitive and transparent pricing with no hidden charges.
Comprehensive Support
From registration to annual renewals, we provide ongoing support to ensure compliance.
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