Offshore Company Setup

Overview

What is an Offshore Company?

An Offshore Company is a legal entity registered in a jurisdiction outside the country of its business operations or the residence of its shareholders. It is designed for international trading, asset protection, and tax optimization.

Offshore companies in the UAE can be registered under specific jurisdictions like JAFZA (Jebel Ali) or RAK ICC, offering a highly secure environment for global business operations. Orbit Star Services acts as your registered agent to set up and manage your offshore structure smoothly.

Key Benefits of Offshore Company Formation

100% Foreign Ownership

Retain full international ownership of your assets and business structure with absolutely no local sponsor requirements.

Tax Optimization

Minimize tax liability with 0% corporate and personal income taxes on all profits earned outside the UAE.

Privacy & Confidentiality

Protect your commercial operations and identity with complete confidentiality of shareholders and directors' registry records.

No Physical Office Required

Eliminate high lease costs; offshore companies are registered using our agent address, requiring no physical workspaces in the UAE.

Our Services for UAE Offshore Business Setup

Offshore Registration

End-to-end registration process with JAFZA, RAK ICC, or Ajman Offshore jurisdictions.

Registered Agent

Providing the mandatory registered agent address and local legal presence in the UAE.

Articles Drafting

Drafting personalized Memorandum & Articles of Association matching the business activities.

Corporate Banking

Opening offshore corporate bank accounts with leading local and international banks.

Document Attestation

Liaison for notarization, apostille, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) attestation.

Nominee Services

Providing professional nominee directors or shareholders for ultimate corporate privacy.

Annual Renewals

Managing annual regulatory filings, license renewals, and corporate status updates.

Financial Bookkeeping

Assisting with international accounting standards, audit preparation, and corporate financial records.

Step-by-Step Process for Offshore Company Setup

01

Select Registered Agent

Appoint Orbit Star Services as your registered agent, as direct registration of offshore entities by individuals is not permitted by UAE authorities.

02

Choose Offshore Jurisdiction

Determine the most suitable jurisdiction—such as RAK ICC (highly cost-effective) or JAFZA (ideal for corporate holdings)—to house your entity.

03

Submit Proposed Names

Choose three potential names for your company containing "Ltd" or "Ltd." suffix, ensuring they comply with naming regulations.

04

Draft Memorandum & Articles

Draft the Memorandum and Articles of Association (M&AA) outlining the scope of your global operations and capital structure.

05

Documents Submission

Submit the signed application, M&AA, passport copies, and address proof of all shareholders and directors to the registry.

06

Certificate of Incorporation

The registry reviews and approves your submission, issuing your Offshore Certificate of Incorporation, Share Register, and license documents.

07

Bank Account & Management

Set up corporate multi-currency bank accounts in the UAE or internationally, and start conducting global trade and investment activities securely.

Frequently Asked Questions

A UAE Offshore Company is a non-resident business entity registered under specific jurisdictions like RAK ICC or JAFZA. It operates globally outside the UAE, offering high asset protection, confidentiality, and complete tax exemptions on foreign income.

Yes. UAE offshore companies are eligible to open corporate multi-currency bank accounts with local banks, although banks have rigorous compliance (KYC/AML) checks for offshore structures.

No. Offshore companies do not grant eligibility to apply for UAE investor, employee, or dependent visas. If you require UAE residence visas, a Freezone or Mainland company setup is recommended.

No. Offshore companies are not allowed to lease office spaces in the UAE. They must use the registered office address of their appointed registered agent (Orbit Star Services) to satisfy compliance.

No. Offshore entities are strictly prohibited from trading directly within the local UAE market or with UAE residents. They can, however, hold shares in UAE onshore companies or own local real estate properties in designated freehold areas.

Why Choose Orbit Star for Offshore Setup?

Optimal Structure Setup

We advise you on JAFZA and RAK ICC jurisdictions to select the ideal corporate holding or international trade setup.

Secure & Confidential Setup

We ensure maximum confidentiality of your offshore registration, protecting your corporate assets and shareholder registry.

Easy Banking Operations

We guide your bank application process to open corporate multi-currency accounts with top-tier local and global banks.

Compliance & Representation

As your registered agent, we manage annual renewals, document attestations, and compliance keeping your status active.