The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) SPV is one of the most powerful and flexible corporate structures for holding assets, raising capital, international finance, and shareholder agreements. We make it effortless to get started.
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A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in the DIFC is a separate legal entity created for a specific purpose — most commonly for holding assets, joint ventures, project finance, securitisation, capital raising, and international business structures.
The DIFC operates under its own common law framework, modelled after English law, giving your SPV an internationally recognised, robust, and business-friendly legal foundation with the backing of the UAE's most prestigious financial centre.
English law-based, internationally trusted legal structure.
Ring-fence assets with full legal separation from parent entities.
Ideal for sukuk issuance, bond structuring, and equity fundraising.
Flexible structuring of ownership and decision-making frameworks.
The DIFC offers unmatched advantages for structuring special purpose vehicles, with a world-class regulatory environment and strategic market access.
Enjoy zero corporate and personal income tax for 50 years as part of DIFC's guaranteed tax exemption.
No local sponsor required — retain full ownership and control of your SPV structure.
DIFC Courts operate independently with English-language common law, providing world-class dispute resolution.
Access markets across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia from the world's most connected financial hub.
No restrictions on repatriation of profits, capital, or assets — full financial freedom.
Over 50 bilateral investment treaties and comprehensive corporate legislation to protect your interests.
DIFC SPVs are highly versatile, supporting a range of sophisticated financial and corporate structures. Common use cases include:
Transparent pricing with everything included
* Annual renewal fees apply. Government fees subject to change.
Our expert team manages the entire process from consultation to certificate of incorporation.
Our specialists review your objectives, business structure, and shareholding plans to determine the optimal DIFC SPV structure for your needs.
1-2 DaysWe prepare all constitutional documents, Articles of Association, shareholder agreements, and reserve your company name with the DIFC Registrar of Companies.
3-5 DaysWe submit your complete application to the DIFC Registrar and manage all correspondence with the regulatory authority on your behalf.
2-3 DaysUpon approval, you receive your Certificate of Incorporation, share certificates, and complete corporate documentation package from DIFC.
1-2 DaysWe assist with corporate bank account opening and provide ongoing compliance, secretarial, and accounting support to keep your SPV fully operational.
5-10 DaysOur specialist team provides end-to-end DIFC SPV formation services tailored to your investment goals and corporate objectives.