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Ajman Offshore Company Formation
Ajman Offshore companies are incorporated to the Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) in Emirate of Ajman. The AFZ was founded in 1988 and was given an autonomous status under Emiri Decree No. 3 of 1996 to the Ruler of Ajman, H.H. Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuami. AFZ as a leading registry abides by international standards and practices that are observed by other offshore jurisdiction in the world
Key Features of Ajman Offshore Registry
Legal Structure
According to the government regulation, the Ajman offshore companies are either International Business Companies or referred to as Offshore companies They are developed to be used with international business transactions and asset protection
Confidentiality
The confidentiality of shareholders is of great interest to AFZ where their identities are highly confidential as stipulated by the law There is greater confidentiality between the shareholders and directors in the case of information disclosure, thus allowing great confidentiality to all the parties involved
Ownership and Management
It allows 100 percent foreign ownership Has one director and one shareholder as minimum, and it has a limit of five directors Company structures are not allowed to be directors A person may act as a shareholder and a director
Registration Process:
- Registration is also very fast and affordable and this takes up an average of 2 to 3 working days
- Shareholders must not be present to be incorporated physically
Registered Agent and Office:
- Offshore companies have to be established using registered owners who are licensed by Ajman Free Zone Authority
- it must have a registered office address in the UAE which may be the address of the registered agent
Benefits of Ajman Offshore Registry
- Tax Benefits: A UK offshore company does not have any taxes such as the corporate taxes, income taxes, and VAT and has a zero-tax environment.
- Asset Protection: Presents a framework of defending assets and mapping estates
- Global Banking Access: Businesses are able to establish bank accounts both in UAE, as well as abroad
- Flexibility:Permits different business operations, such as, international trade, brokerage, holding of intellectual property and consultancy
- No Minimum Capital: There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement
- Repatriation of Profits:100% repatriation of capital and profits is permitted
Restrictions and Considerations
- The Ajman offshore corporations are disallowed to carry on business with the companies in the UAE onshore and to form a branch in the UAE
- Some business lines are not allowed such as financial services, insurance, media as well as aviation
- It requires the firms to have a secretary in charge of the administration work
- The offshore company can own maximum of three properties
Ajman Offshore registry is a reasonable and effective platform in the international businesses interested in getting an established presence in the UAE, under good protection of confidentiality, and good taxing terms.
The process of setting up an Ajman Offshore company involves several key steps:
Choose a Company Name
Select a unique business name that complies with Ajman Free Zone Authority (AFZA) regulations. The name must end with “Limited”
Prepare Required Documents
Gather the following documents:
- Passport copies of all shareholders
- Valid UAE visa or entry stamp page copies
- Proof of residence for each shareholder
- Personal profiles (CVs) of shareholders
- Original bank reference letters for shareholders
Appointing a Registered Agent
An official registered agent must be appointed, whose office address will serve as the Ajman
Offshore Company’s address
Submit Application
The registered agent will submit the application form along with all required documents to AFZA
Sign Documents
Shareholders or authorized attorneys must be physically present to sign documents before
AFZA executives
Company Registration
Once documents are signed and submitted, AFZA will process the application.
Registration typically takes 1-2 working days
An official registered agent must
be appointed, whose office address
will serve as the Ajman Offshore
Company’s address
Submit Application
The registered agent will submit
the application form along with all
required documents to AFZA
Sign Documents
Shareholders or authorized
attorneys must be physically
present to sign documents before
AFZA executives
Company Registration
Once documents are signed and
submitted, AFZA will process the
application. Registration typically
takes 1-2 working days
Receive Incorporation Documents
Upon approval, you will receive:
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Share Certificate
- Company Stamp
Opening a Bank Account
- After incorporation, you can proceed to open a corporate bank account with assistance from your registered agent
Additional Requirements
- Appoint at least two directors (corporate directors not allowed)
- Appointing a company secretary (can be one of the directors)
- Determine the capital structure (decided by shareholders)
It’s important to note that Ajman Offshore companies cannot conduct business within the UAE, and UAE residence visas cannot be obtained based on these companies. The entire process, from application to incorporation, typically takes about 3 working days if all documents are in order
Cost Estimate for JAFZA offshore company without a visa is approximately AED 8,500 (USD 2,350)
Alpha Equity MC team will support and assist you in registering a Ajman Offshore company in Ajman Free Zone quickly and efficiently.