Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Dubai Offshore: GWS is the leading business consultant and service provider for company formations in Dubai and other Emirates, and fully licensed and regulated by the relevant authorities. ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Pages - [Intermediaries](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/about-us/intermediaries/): GWS Middle East FZE has, over the years, built successful relationships with professional intermediaries, such as banks, asset managers, accountants, lawyers, trustees and consultants. - [Citizenship & Residency](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/citizenship-residency/): The taxation of companies and legal personalities depends on the company headquarters or the place of effective management. In the context of tax optimization, the place of personal tax liability, i.e. income or wealth taxation in the home country, must also be taken into account. - [Asset protection](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/asset-protection/): Another decisive advantage for entrepreneurs and wealthy personalities is the multitude of solutions for predictive asset protection. In broad terms, this means separating assets from yourself. This helps protect your assets over the long term. It can help if you face liability or family law disputes. It can also help if laws change in your home country. - [International Tax Planning in Dubai](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/international-tax-planning-dubai/): International tax planning is one of the most important success factors for companies nowadays. In an increasingly digital, globalized world, it is important to find the optimum framework and location advantages for your own company in order to fully improve taxation at company level and private income tax. - [My Bookings](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/events/my-bookings/): CONTENTS - [Tags](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/events/tags/): CONTENTS - [Categories](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/events/categories/): CONTENTS - [Locations](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/events/locations/): CONTENTS - [Events](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/events/): CONTENTS - [Home](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/): The formation of a company in Dubai or in one of the freezones in the United Arab Emirates, like a RAK Freezone company or a RAK offshore company offers endless possibilities for international entrepreneurs and investors. Our experienced team would be glad to assist you with the Dubai company formation and with a bank account in Dubai or in any major financial centre. Dubai Offshore banking is an excellent solution for net-worth individuals seeking an offshore bank account in one of the most stable and well known jurisdictions. We provide for our net-worth clients Dubai Company Formation and Offshore Companies with a Dubai bank account. - [FAQs](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/templates/faqs/): Analyzing financial information using ratios - [Contact](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/contact/): Conrad Hotel, 19th FloorP.O. Box 5610Sheikh Zayed Street, Dubai - [About Us](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/about-us/): GWS Group, founded in the Principality of Liechtenstein, is a leading international company service provider and the most awarded international trust company. With offices in Dubai and Ras al Khaimah, GWS advises wealthy investors, multinational corporations and start-ups. With a vast expertise in tax optimization, international tax strategies and the establishment and management of companies and foundations, GWS offers clients first-class services and forward-looking, future-proof solutions. - [Dubai Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/dubai-company-formation/): The United Arab Emirates is a confederation of seven Emirates, most of which have extensive autonomy. The most famous emirates include Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Together with the Emirates Ajman, Ras al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm al Quwain, they form the Federation of the United Arab Emirates. For a company formation, it is usually less important in which Emirate you chose to incorporate, what matter is are the conditions and the infrastructure offered by the respective Emirate. Each Emirate has its own commercial register and free trade zones, which offer international investors the best conditions. Dubai company formation or one of the other Emirates offers numerous advantages and benefits. - [News](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/news/) - [Pages](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/templates/) ## Locations ## Projects - [RAK Digital Assets Oasis](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/rakdigitalassetsoasis/): RAK Digital Oasis Freezone is an area designated by the government of Ras al Khaimah for companies to operate with minimal restrictions for non-regulated activities in the virtual assets sector, making them ideal for entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes. And now, with the launch of RAK Digital Assets Oasis, a new freezone dedicated to digital assets and cryptocurrencies, there has never been a better time to set up a company in the UAE. - [Fujairah Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/fujairah-company-formation/): IFZA (Fujairah International Free Zone) is located in the Emirate of Fujairah, 90 kilometres from Dubai and is characterized by its strategic position, being the UAE’s only access to the Indian Ocean and thus operating a multipurpose port that offers access to major global shipping routes. - [Ajman Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/ajman-company-formation/): Ajman Free Zone is located in the Emirate of Ajman, close to Dubai and is characterized by its advantageous location on one of the main arteries between Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The establishment of a free trade company in Ajman is non-bureaucratic for foreigners. - [Umm Al Quwain Free Trade UAQFTZ Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/umm-al-quwain-free-trade-uaqftz-company-formation/): UAQFTZ (Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone) is located in the Emirate of Umm Al Quwain, 45 kilometers from Dubai and is characterized by its advantageous location on one of the main arteries between Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The establishment of a free trade company in Umm Al Quwain is non-bureaucratic for foreigners. - [Sharjah Media City – SHAMS Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/sharjah-media-city-shams-company-formation/): SHAMS (Sharjah Media City Freezone) was established in 2017 and is located in the Emirate of Sharjah in the immediate vicinity of Dubai. SHAMS Freezone is one of the youngest and most modern free trade zones in the United Arab Emirates and is characterized by its strategic location. As a media free zone, it offers optimal framework conditions and a state-of-the-art infrastructure for start-ups in creative areas, the Internet, media, services and modern consulting companies. Modern legislation also allows for the establishment of holding companies. The establishment of a free trade company in Sharjah is non-bureaucratic for foreigners. - [RAKICC Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/rakicc-company-formation/): RAKICC (Ras al Khaimah International Corporate Center) also known by its former name “RAK Offshore” is the commercial register for International Business Companies of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, near Dubai (United Arab Emirates). RAKICC / RAK Offshore Companies offer the fastest and most cost-effective way to set up a company in the United Arab Emirates and benefit from the high international reputation of the business location. Compared to classic offshore locations such as Panama, BVI or the Cayman Islands, the United Arab Emirates enjoy a much better reputation among investors, business partners, banks and authorities and still benefit from the complete tax exemption and the modern corporate law of the United Arab Emirates. - [RAKEZ Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/rakez-company-formation/): RAKEZ (Ras al Khaimah Economic Zone) was established in 2000 and is 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport in the Emirate of Ras al Khaimah. The Emirate, which is particularly popular with tourists and expatriates, offers modern legislation for international investors and a liberal framework for all areas of the company. With state-of-the-art office infrastructure, industrial areas and luxurious residential complexes, Ras al Khaimah is one of the particularly ambitious Emirates. For foreigners, company incorporation in the Ras Al Khaimah free trade zone is simple and unbureaucratic. - [DIFC Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/difc-company-formation/): DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre), located in the heart of Dubai, is one of the most prestigious freezones in the United Arab Emirates. DIFC companies are active in the financial sector like banking business, asset management, brokerage, fin-techs and insurance companies. The Dubai International Financial Centre is setting international standards in the regulation of financial service providers. - [JAFZA Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/jafza-company-formation/): JAFZA (Jebel Ali Free Zone) was established in 1985 and is located between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone is one of the oldest and largest free trade zones in the world and extends over 57 sq km. The establishment of a free trade company in Jebel Ali is non-bureaucratic for foreigners. - [DMCC Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/dmcc-company-formation/): DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) was established in 2002 by the Government of Dubai, making it one of the oldest free trade areas in the United Arab Emirates. The establishment of a free trade company in Dubai is non-bureaucratic for foreigners. - [Citizenship by Investment](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/citizenship-by-investment/): Citizenship-by-Investment programs have become a viable option for successful entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to easily and legally obtain a new citizenship for themselves and their families, without going through the usual lengthy application and  vetting process. A second citizenship is worth considering, not only for your and your family’s increased travel freedom, but also in order to further secure your investments and financial freedom. - [Tax free residency](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/tax-free-residency/): In addition to taxation of corporate profits, the taxation of natural persons in the form of income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax and wealth tax is one of the most heavy tax burdens. - [UAE Visa](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/uae-visa/): Dubai and the United Arab Emirates are a very immigration-friendly country. Thanks to modern laws, attractive framework conditions and 0% taxes on corporate profits, as well as personal income, the UAE offers an attractive overall package for many international entrepreneurs. - [Privacy](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/privacy/): GWS Middle East knows exactly what is crucial for our customers: Privacy and confidentiality. Furthermore, GWS considers that one of its key roles is to protect your data. GWS sets standards in the protection of your personal data and provides a professional and confidential environment, which is required for your successful offshore business in the UAE. - [Nominee Services](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/nominee-services/): GWS Middle East FZE is delighted to provide our customers with a nominee service in order to protect their privacy and to neither appear as founder nor as shareholder of the company. GWS is fully aware of the importance of your confidentiality and places the emphasis on the protection of your personal data. But, for complete protection, in case of data leaks or any exchange, only the nominee service of GWS provides you full anonymity. - [Offshore Bank Account](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/offshore-bank-account/): Tax advantages, international trade, discretion and access to international markets are among the advantages of an offshore bank account, but also the geographical diversification by not accumulating your wealth in just your home country. Dubai is one of the world’s most important financial centers and offers a variety of first-class banks. In addition to local banks, almost all international banks are represented in the United Arab Emirates; in addition to CITI Bank, HSBC, Standard Chartered and Barclays Bank, Deutsche Bank and the Swiss UBS are also establishing their presence in Dubai. - [Dubai Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/dubai-company-formation/): The United Arab Emirates is a confederation of seven Emirates, most of which have extensive autonomy. The most famous emirates include Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Together with the Emirates Ajman, Ras al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm al Quwain, they form the Federation of the United Arab Emirates. For a company foundation, it is usually less important in which emirate you chose to incorporate, what matter is are the conditions and the infrastructure offered by the respective Emirate. - [UAE Foundation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/uae-offshore-foundation-rakicc-foundation/): The UAE Foundation was introduced in 2019 to the suite of investment vehicles and services offered by the United Arab Emirates, and is the most modern element of international asset protection and structuring. The laws and regulations setting international standards and considers the recent, global developments of asset protection. As major point the legislation of the UAE Foundation will not acknowledge any foreign judgment against the foundation and its founders including foreign heirship rights. - [Doing Business in the UAE](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/doing-business-in-the-uae/): The United Arab Emirates are an attractive hub for investors: The country has one of the most liberal trade regimes in the Gulf region, a well-established infrastructure and a strong banking system, as well as a stable political system. The economic diversification in trade, logistics, banking, tourism, real estate and manufacturing, additionally builds the basis for a high-potential business environment. The favorable tax environment is one of the main reasons why investors choose to do business in the United Arab Emirates and why they decide on a UAE company registration. - [RAK Freezone or RAK Offshore?](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/rak-free-zone-or-rak-offshore/): For more information, and if you have any questions about “RAK Freezone or RAK Offshore,” contact us. You can also read our fact sheet for more details. - [RAK Offshore Company](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/rak-offshore-company/): Ras Al Khaimah is one of the most attractive offshore places in the UAE, as the establishment fees are significantly lower than Dubai or Fujairah, despite offering the same advantages and benefits of the United Arab Emirates, as a country with full exemption from all corporate and income taxes. While Jebel Ali (Dubai) requires a minimum of two shareholders and their physical presence is required in Dubai to arrange the formation, a RAK offshore company requires only one shareholder, who is not required to be there in person. - [RAK Free Trade Zone](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/rak-free-trade-zone/): The RAK Free Trade Zone (RAKEZ – RAK Economic Zone) was established in the year 2000 as the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAKFTZ). It is one of the fastest growing free trade zones in the Gulf region, with more than 10,000 registered free trade zone companies from over 100 countries. The free trade zone of Ras al Khaimah offers a strategic geographical advantage. Moreover, it provides easy access to emerging and established markets in the Middle East, Africa, Europe and South Asia. As an emirate of the UAE it offers the ideal environment for investment due to the political stability and economic diversity. - [Intellectual Property](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/intellectual-property/): A company in Dubai is ideal both as an active company and as an intellectual property holding company for holding, managing and utilizing brands, patents and rights in a tax-neutral manner and for the settlement of  license revenues. - [Relocation to Dubai](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/relocation-to-dubai/): The United Arab Emirates are not only an attractive jurisdiction for companies, but also interesting for taking up residence. Through investor-friendly legislation and an open, hospitable immigration policy, the UAE allows company founders, investors and employees to move to Dubai. - [Types of companies in the UAE](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/types-of-companies-in-the-uae/): Companies registered in the United Arab Emirates are regulated by the United Arab Emirates Corporate Law, but every Emirate operates based on its own corporate code. - [Freezone Company](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/freezone-company/): The United Arab Emirates are among the pioneers of free trade zones. With the Jebel Ali Freezone, Dubai has one of the largest and best-known free  zones in the world. Free zones in the UAE are not always geographically separate zones, but can, for example, only extend to a few floors in an office building. The Dubai Freezone company enjoys the highest international reputation, 100% of the shares can be held by foreigners and the Freezone company is exempt from all taxes and duties. A Freezone company in Dubai is therefore an excellent solution for international entrepreneurs and combines the advantages of an onshore company with 0% taxation. - [Dubai Holding Company](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/dubai-holding-company/): A holding company does not carry out any activity itself, but is limited to holding shares in subsidiaries, as well as assets such as shares, real estate, patents and rights or precious metals, Dubai holding companies are therefore among the cornerstones of an asset protection structures. - [International Tax Structures](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/international-tax-structures/): GWS Group is one of the leading and most awarded international trust companies with a strong focus on the United Arab Emirates. Alongside Abu Dhabi, Dubai is one of the well-known Emirates of the United Arab Emirates and, at the same time, the economic and financial center of the entire Gulf region. Over the past decades, Dubai has seen impressive growth and has been able to catch up with all well-known financial centers internationally. Thanks to an entrepreneur-friendly policy, no taxation of companies and private individuals, Dubai is undoubtedly one of the most attractive jurisdictions worldwide. - [Emigrating to Dubai](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/emigrating-to-dubai/): The United Arab Emirates, with around ten million inhabitants, are a confederation of seven largely independent emirates. The most famous emirates are Dubai and Abu Dhabi, both a magnet for emigrants and ex-pats for years. A tax-free life, an international environment, quick accessibility and 360 days of sunshine are just some of the many advantages of living in Dubai. - [Offshore Company](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/offshore-company/): The Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah presented the concept of the International Business Company back in 2007. Due to the numerous advantages for entrepreneurs and investors, it is one of the most attractive corporate forms worldwide. At the present moment, around 20.000 offshore companies are registered in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK). Unlike in many other countries, the tax system is designed sensibly and offers the best conditions and highest level of freedom for entrepreneurs internationally. Usually, a company in Germany, for example, is punished for performing well and must, accordingly, contribute a larger portion of their profit to the gross domestic product. The punishment is expressed in the increased tax burden; the more you earn, the higher the tax rate. An offshore company in Dubai is exempt from corporate tax and income tax. These creative spaces are ideal if you want to take your company to the next level without having to give up half of the funds you have generated. An offshore company enables you to pursue international business and create real value. - [UAE and Dubai Freezones](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/uae-and-dubai-freezones/): The United Arab Emirates are a confederation of seven Emirates, the best known of which are Dubai and Abu Dhabi. - [Shelf Companies](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/shelf-companies/): GWS Middle East maintains several shelf companies in the Emirates and other jurisdictions. Kindly visit GWS Offshore for a selection of our available shelf companies incl. a bank account. - [Fee Schedule](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project/fee-schedule/): The UAE has 47 freezones across their seven Emirates. The fees for the incorporation depend on the freezone, the business activity and the required services. In order to offer competitive and transparent pricing, we developed incorporation packages for the majority of companies. If you should require a special license or an approval of your business activity, we will gladly assist you with a tailored quote. ## Slider posts ## Project Category - [Asset protection](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/asset-protection/) - [Company Formation](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/company-formation/) - [Firmengründung](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/firmengrundung/) - [Residency](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/residency/) - [Steuerplanung](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/steuerplanung/) - [Tax planning](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/tax-planning/) - [Vermögensschutz](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/vermoegensschutz/) - [Wohnsitz](https://www.dubai-offshore.com/project-category/wohnsitz/)