100% Foreign Ownership
Full control over your assets and entities, with no local partner required.
HOLDING COMPANY SETUP IN
THE UAE (RAK ICC)
Establish your international holding structure in one of the UAE's most trusted jurisdictions, RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC), designed for asset protection, cross-border ownership, and long-term growth.
A Strategic Structure to Protect and Grow Your Assets
A holding company is a legal entity created to own and manage shares, assets, or intellectual property across multiple businesses or jurisdictions. It does not conduct commercial operations directly but serves as a central vehicle for asset protection, profit distribution, and tax efficiency.
In the UAE, holding companies are often utilized by entrepreneurs, multinational firms, and family offices to consolidate ownership under a single structure, making management, reporting, and cross-border operations simpler and more secure.
Why Choose RAK ICC for Your Holding Structure
RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is one of the UAE's most reputable jurisdictions for international business structuring and asset management. It combines world-class regulatory standards with the UAE's favourable tax environment, offering a secure and efficient platform for investors, entrepreneurs, and family offices.
Registered under the Ras Al Khaimah government, RAK ICC provides:
Full foreign ownership with low corporate and no personal tax
No physical office or staff requirement
International recognition and OECD compliance
Access to UAE banking and double tax treaties
Strict confidentiality and secure asset protection
Whether your goal is to hold shares, real estate, or intellectual property, RAK ICC offers a globally compliant solution with the flexibility to manage assets across multiple jurisdictions.
The Advantages of a RAK ICC Holding Company
The RAK ICC combines flexibility, confidentiality, and international credibility, making it one of the most efficient corporate structures for asset management and ownership.
Low Corporate and No Personal Tax
Income, dividends, and capital gains face low or no tax, and personal income is tax-free in the UAE.
No Office Requirement
Operate your holding company remotely without maintaining a physical presence.
Global Asset Protection
Securely hold shares, real estate, or IP in one central structure.
Banking Access
Open UAE corporate bank accounts under a RAK ICC entity.
International Recognition
RAK ICC companies are accepted by major institutions and are compliant with global standards.
How a RAK ICC Holding Company Works
A RAK ICC holding company is structured to own assets rather than carry out daily operations. It acts as a central entity that consolidates ownership, protects wealth, and simplifies governance across multiple jurisdictions.
Centralise ownership of Free Zone or Mainland companies in the UAE or abroad.
RAK ICC entities can also hold shares in UAE onshore companies, allowing seamless integration between Free Zone and Mainland structures.
The RAK ICC Company Setup Process
Setting up a holding company through RAK ICC is straightforward, with minimal documentation and full remote support.
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Consultation and Structure Planning
We review your objectives, advise on the right structure, and confirm eligibility under RAK ICC regulations.
Documentation Preparation
You provide basic documents, such as passport copies, proof of address, and ownership details, and we prepare all legal filings.
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Application Submission
We register your company with RAK ICC, manage all interactions with the authority, and handle compliance checks.
Certificate of Incorporation
Once approved, RAK ICC issues the Certificate of Incorporation along with the Memorandum and Articles of Association.
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Bank Account Opening
We assist in opening your UAE corporate bank account and guide you through the onboarding process.
Ongoing Support
Our team continues to assist with renewals, amendments, and compliance requirements throughout the year.
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1
Consultation and Structure Planning
We review your objectives, advise on the right structure, and confirm eligibility under RAK ICC regulations.
2
Documentation Preparation
You provide basic documents, such as passport copies, proof of address, and ownership details, and we prepare all legal filings.
3
Application Submission
We register your company with RAK ICC, manage all interactions with the authority, and handle compliance checks.
4
Certificate of Incorporation
Once approved, RAK ICC issues the Certificate of Incorporation along with the Memorandum and Articles of Association.
5
Bank Account Opening
We assist in opening your UAE corporate bank account and guide you through the onboarding process.
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Ongoing Support
Our team continues to assist with renewals, amendments, and compliance requirements throughout the year.
RAK ICC Holding Company - FAQs
RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is a government corporate registry in Ras Al Khaimah that allows investors to incorporate international business companies (IBCs) for holding and asset management purposes. It operates under UAE law and is fully recognised worldwide.