United Arab Emirates
company formation.
Dubai and RAK free-zone or offshore companies with 0% personal tax and residency options.
Main characteristics+
- Entity type
- Free Zone Company / RAK offshore (ICC)
- Corporate tax
- 0% personal tax; 9% corporate tax above AED 375k, with qualifying free-zone income potentially at 0%.
- Formation time
- 3–10 working days
- Ownership
- 100% foreign ownership allowed
- Local director
- No local director required
A United Arab Emirates offshore company is ideal for+
Best for
- →Trading
- →Holding
- →Relocation & residency
Highlights
- ✓0% personal tax
- ✓Residency visa options
- ✓Prestige
- ✓Banking hub
Documents required+
- ✓Certified passport copy for each director, shareholder and beneficial owner
- ✓Proof of residential address dated within 3 months (utility bill or bank statement)
- ✓Two or three proposed company names, in order of preference
- ✓A short description of the intended business activity
- ✓Shareholding structure (who owns what percentage)
- +Professional or bank reference letter (some jurisdictions)
- +Curriculum vitae / résumé of the main owner (some cases)
The process+
Tell us what you need
Pick a jurisdiction and structure, or let us recommend one from your goals and residency.
Submit details & documents
Share director, shareholder and beneficial-owner details and upload your KYC documents securely.
We handle the filing
Name check, drafting and registration with the local authority — you stay updated throughout.
Receive your company
Get your incorporation pack, then add banking, accounting or compliance support as needed.
United Arab Emirates FAQ.
Everything visitors usually ask about United Arab Emirates — answered upfront.
How long does it take to set up a company in United Arab Emirates?+
Typically 3–10 working days once your documents are complete and verified. We keep you updated at each stage.
How is a United Arab Emirates company taxed?+
0% personal tax; 9% corporate tax above AED 375k, with qualifying free-zone income potentially at 0%. This is general information only — confirm your position with your own tax adviser, as it depends on your residency and activity.
Do I need a local director in United Arab Emirates?+
No local director required. Where a resident director or local substance is needed, we can arrange a compliant solution.
Can a foreigner own 100% of a United Arab Emirates company?+
100% foreign ownership allowed. You do not need to be a resident or citizen to own the company.
What type of entity will I get?+
A Free Zone Company / RAK offshore (ICC). It is the standard vehicle used for international business and holding in United Arab Emirates.
Do I need to travel to United Arab Emirates?+
In most cases, no. The formation is completed remotely with certified documents; we tell you upfront if any step requires your presence.
What documents do I need to start?+
A certified passport copy and a recent proof of address for each owner and director, plus your proposed company name and business activity. The full list is confirmed with your quote.
What is a United Arab Emirates company best used for?+
Commonly: trading, holding, relocation & residency. Tell us your goals and we'll confirm whether United Arab Emirates is the right fit.
How much does a United Arab Emirates company cost?+
It depends on the structure and any extra services (banking, accounting, nominee, apostille). Request a quote and you'll get a clear, itemised proposal — no obligation.
Start your United Arab Emirates company.
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United Arab Emirates companies start at US$6,838 · final price confirmed in your quote