Overview
Establish special purpose vehicles and holding structures in the DIFC for investment holding, wealth management, and asset protection.
The DIFC Prescribed Company (PC) is a streamlined, cost-effective special purpose vehicle designed for holding investments, assets, and shares. PCs are widely used by family offices, investment funds, private equity firms, and high-net-worth individuals to create clean, efficient holding structures within the DIFC's robust legal and regulatory framework. Atlas provides end-to-end PC formation and management services.
Why Choose Atlas
Key Features & Benefits
Streamlined Formation
DIFC Prescribed Companies can be established quickly and cost-effectively, with a simplified licensing process.
Broad Asset Holding
PCs can hold shares in companies, real estate, financial instruments, intellectual property, and other asset classes.
Reduced Compliance Burden
Compared to operating companies, PCs have a lighter ongoing compliance and reporting obligation.
Tax Efficiency
PCs benefit from DIFC's zero per cent tax environment and UAE's extensive double tax treaty network.
Asset Protection
A DIFC PC provides legal separation between the holding vehicle and its beneficiaries, offering strong asset protection.
Common Law Framework
Operating under DIFC's English common law framework, PCs provide international investors with legal familiarity and certainty.
Our Process
How We Work
Structuring Advisory
We advise on whether a DIFC PC is the appropriate vehicle for your objectives and design the optimal ownership and governance structure.
Name Registration
We register the PC name with the DIFC Registrar of Companies and reserve the chosen entity name.
DIFC Filing
We prepare and file all required DIFC Registrar documents, including the Memorandum of Association and shareholder agreements.
Corporate Documents
We prepare all corporate governance documents, including director resolutions, share certificates, and registers.
Banking Setup
We introduce the PC to our banking network and assist with corporate account opening.
Ongoing Administration
We provide annual secretarial services, regulatory filings, and compliance support on an ongoing basis.
Full Service
What's Included
Everything handled, from initial advisory through to ongoing compliance and support.
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Set up a DIFC Prescribed Company with Atlas. Fast, efficient, and fully compliant.
Our DIFC specialists are available for a free initial consultation to understand your requirements and recommend the best solution.
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