Launch Your UAE
Holding Company
A UAE holdco with the mid-shore advantage - low tax, real treaties.
The UAE sits between offshore islands and onshore countries: a low 9%/0% tax, a growing treaty network, and genuine credibility. Orbit incorporates it (mainland or free zone), secures corporate-tax registration and a tax residency certificate, and handles your Canadian T1134 and exempt-surplus tracking.
Key Jurisdiction
Considerations
Setting up a corporate entity in Singapore comes with standard regulatory compliance items. Orbit ensures complete legal alignment with ACRA guidelines from day one.
100% Fully Managed Support
From resident nominee directors to local corporate secretary requirements, we cover every compliance checkpoint seamlessly.
Corporate tax since 2023
A federal corporate tax applies for financial years on or after 1 June 2023: 0% up to AED 375,000, then 9%. Registration and annual returns are mandatory even where little tax is due.
DTAAs, incl. Canada
With genuine substance, a UAE company can obtain a Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) and access treaty benefits, including the Canada-UAE treaty. A BVI or Cayman company cannot.
Dividends and capital gains
Dividends and capital gains are exempt from corporate tax, and there is no withholding tax on outbound payments.
EUR Pillar Two / DMTT threshold
A 15% Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax applies to multinationals with EUR 750 million or more in consolidated revenue from 1 January 2025. Most owner-managed Canadian groups stay on the 9%/0% regime.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Global and regional holding company, investment holding, family office, SPV | 0% tax and easy banking |
| Setup speed | ~5–10 business days | Quick and predictable |
| Minimum share capital | Varies by free zone (often USD 1 – 5,000) | Low entry cost |
| Local director needed | No | 100% foreign ownership allowed |
| Company secretary | No (some zones require an authorized signatory) | Low admin |
Global and regional holding company, investment holding, family office, SPV
0% tax and easy banking
~5–10 business days
Quick and predictable
Varies by free zone (often USD 1 – 5,000)
Low entry cost
No
100% foreign ownership allowed
No (some zones require an authorized signatory)
Low admin
What’s Included & Pricing
Complete transparency. Review what is covered under our standard package and how our tailored corporate pricing is structured.
Standard Package Inclusions
- Incorporation
- Registered Office
- Annual Compliance
- Accounting & Recordkeeping
- Economic Substance & Annual Return Filing
Tailored Transparent Pricing
We tailor pricing based on your business profile, structure, and scope of services. Costs are discussed and confirmed after a quick review of your requirements - ensuring you only pay for what you actually need.
Why UAE Works for Holding Companies
Zero Free-Zone Tax
0% corporate tax on qualifying free zone income.
No Capital or Dividend Tax
No capital gains, dividend, or withholding tax.
Full Foreign Ownership
100% foreign ownership and modern regulatory frameworks.
Wide Treaty Network
An extensive double tax treaty network (~140) for cross-border efficiency.
Stable & Reputable
A stable, reputable jurisdiction with growing international recognition.
Tax Regime For Holding Companies
Corporate income tax
0% for Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZPs) meeting activity and substance criteria; 9% for non‑qualifying income.
Dividends
Exempt from corporate tax; no withholding tax.
Capital gains
Exempt from corporate tax.
Foreign-sourced income
Generally not taxed.
Tax treaties
~140 DTAs; enables withholding tax reduction for inbound dividends, interest, royalties.
Pillar Two compliance (from 2025)
Affects only large MNEs with >€750M revenue.
Corporate Tax Calculator
Estimate corporate tax under the UAE regime (0% on the first AED 375,000, then 9%).
Qualifying Free Zone Persons may access 0% on qualifying income. The standard rate is 9% above AED 375,000.
What You Get With Orbit
A fully managed, end-to-end statutory solution for international corporate holdings.
Pre-incorporation planning
Free zone selection, shareholding mapping, tax treaty and substance strategy.
Company setup
Name reservation, filings, and incorporation with free zone partners (ADGM, DIFC, JAFZA, RAKEZ, and others).
Registered office & governance
License package setup, registered address, and statutory record maintenance.
Substance services
Local directors, virtual office, and UAE‑based board meetings to maintain QFZP status.
Accounting & filings
Bookkeeping, corporate tax registration, and return preparation.
Audit & compliance
Coordination with licensed auditors (mandatory zones) and ESR/UBO filings.
How The ProcessWorks
A highly structured compliance timeline tracking setup steps from day zero kickoff to annual filings.
Kickoff & KYC (Day 0)
Submit shareholder/director documentation and confirm free zone selection.
Incorporation (Typically ~5–10 days)
Orbit coordinates with the free zone for license issuance and registered office setup.
Banking & tax registration
Support with UAE bank or fintech account opening; obtain corporate tax and VAT registrations as needed.
Go‑live
Company operational; governance and compliance calendar activated.
Annual maintenance
License renewal, ESR, UBO, tax, and audit support (as applicable).
What we need from you
Shareholder and director KYC (passport, proof of address).
Intended business activity and free zone preference.
Group ownership chart and source of funds.
Any specific tax treaty or banking objectives.
Who this is ideal for
Regional or global holding companies consolidating subsidiaries.
Who this is ideal for
Global and regional holding company
Investment holding
Family office
SPV
Share your use case for a tailored proposal
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"I've been working with Orbit since the beginning of 2026 and couldn't be happier. They are professional, detail-oriented, responsive, and always timely. As the owner of a one-person corporation, I greatly appreciate having such a reliable accounting team in my corner. Highly recommended!"
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Consultant
Global Entity Management Pricing
One accountable provider for incorporation, substance, bookkeeping, tax, and annual filings, across nine core jurisdictions. Select a jurisdiction to see what is involved.
Mid-Shore Stability
UAE Holding Company
Global Entity Management Service
Pricing
Custom Pricing
Setup fee plus annual management fee per entity. Multi-entity discounts available.
A reputable free-zone platform with 0% tax on qualifying income, full foreign ownership, and a wide treaty network.
Jurisdiction Quick Facts
Why UAE Works
- 0% corporate tax on qualifying free zone income
- No capital gains, dividend, or withholding tax
- 100% foreign ownership and modern frameworks
- Extensive (~140) double tax treaty network
Standard Package Inclusions
- Incorporation via licensed registered agent
- Registered agent and registered office
- Annual government compliance
- Economic substance and annual return filing
- Accounting and recordkeeping