Offshore Company In UAE

Company Formation In Offshore Jurisdictions Across United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Setting up an Offshore Company in Dubai from the USA

 

If you want to set up an offshore company in Dubai from the USA you need to follow a clear process and requirements. First you need to choose the right business structure for your needs, RAK ICC, JAFZA or Ajman offshore are the popular ones.

 

Next you need to gather all the required documents. This will include passport copies, proof of address, bank reference letters and a comprehensive business plan. Once you have all the documents ready you need to submit them for approval and licensing.

 

The last stages involve opening a corporate bank account in the UAE. Depending on your situation you might also need to get an Emirates ID and a residence visa.

Where to Set Up

 

The UAE government has created multiple offshore jurisdictions to attract global investors, especially from USA.

 

American entrepreneurs can consider the following offshore zones:

 

Ras-Al-Khaimah (RAK)

 

Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA)

 

These offshore zones allow US investors to open multi-currency bank accounts and manage global operations.

 

Don’t get UAE offshore companies mixed up with free zone companies. A free zone company is an onshore business that allows partial trade within the UAE and is eligible for 0% corporate tax. It also allows shareholders, directors and employees to apply for UAE residency visas, whereas offshore companies don’t.

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Why Form an Offshore Company in the United Arab Emirates

 

Global business made easy with an offshore company in UAE, no taxes on profits and gains.

 

Shareholders and directors of offshore company remain anonymous; their names are not published in any public register

 

Offshore company in Dubai is tax free for corporate and personal taxes, a big bonus for US entrepreneurs.

 

Opening an offshore business bank account in Dubai is easy and supported by local and international banks.

 

100% tax free environment for offshore business activities outside UAE.

 

Full foreign ownership allowed for American nationals and other international investors.

 

Free repatriation of capital and profits, multi-currency transactions made easy.

Uses of an offshore company

Flexibility of Offshore Companies

Offshore companies are very flexible legal entities and can be used for various international business structures. When used strategically, offshore companies can reduce tax and increase confidentiality for US entrepreneurs and investors. But forming a company in a no-tax offshore jurisdiction doesn’t mean you are exempt from complex tax laws in high-tax countries like USA. Offshore incorporation doesn’t give you a blanket exemption from personal income tax in your home country. But when used strategically, these companies allow profits to grow in tax-neutral environments, giving  startups a faster growth and global competitiveness.

Practical Obstacles

Despite the tax and privacy benefits, actual implementation of an offshore structure runs into legal and regulatory hurdles, especially due to anti-avoidance tax laws in USA and other high-compliance jurisdictions. USA authorities like the Income Tax Department may apply GAAR (General Anti-Avoidance Rules) to offshore entities.

Consultation Recommendations

It is highly recommended to consult a chartered accountant (CA) or international tax advisor in USA before setting up an offshore company. Also, one must understand the laws of the country where the offshore company will operate. This dual legal awareness ensures that the company operates legally while enjoying the tax benefits of offshore jurisdictions.

Offshore Company Functions

Offshore companies can function as international trading agents, brokers or holding companies. They are used as intermediaries for import-export businesses, sourcing products from one country and selling in another while the company is registered in a third (offshore) jurisdiction. For USA businesses, this model can be very effective in managing margins and reducing tax liabilities. Offshore sales and procurement companies allow tax-free profit accumulation, which can then be re-invested for global expansion, innovation and increased competitiveness.

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Offshore Company Requirements

Offshore companies are easier to set up than you think. Offshore corporate services are similar to many modern financial centers in terms of setting up a company but quicker, less hassle and cheaper. Setting up a company involves preparing and submitting:

  • Memorandum of Association

Articles of Association

Know Your Customer (KYC) documents

Corporate Application Document

Name, Date of Birth, Social Security or National Insurance Number

Notarized Bank Statement

Banking Reference Letter

Professional Reference Letter

Copy of Passport for Identity verification

Copy of Utility Bill to confirm your physical address

The Memorandum of Association describes the company’s external affairs and complements the Articles of Association which describes the company’s internal dynamics and structure, including purpose, positions, duties and financial obligations, meeting minutes and day to day activities. These documents are sent off to the relevant jurisdiction’s Corporate Registers Office.

A Certificate of Incorporation, the legal document that confirms the formation of a new company, is issued once the Registrar has approved these documents. Once incorporated a new company will have additional requirements such as the appointment of the first director, the first meeting and the appointment of company officers, registration of directors (where nominee services can be used), issuance of shares and opening of international bank accounts.

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