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RAK ICC Offshore Company Formation
Set up an international business company with the Ras Al Khaimah International Corporate Centre for holding, investment and asset protection.
About RAK ICC companies
The RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) registers international business companies that are used for holding shares, owning assets, protecting wealth and managing international operations. Companies are formed through a registered agent.
RAK ICC companies can own property in approved areas of the UAE, hold bank accounts and act as holding companies for UAE or foreign subsidiaries. They cannot trade inside the UAE or sponsor residence visas.
At a glance
- Registered with RAK ICC
- Holding and asset protection
- Can own approved UAE property
- Registered agent required
- No UAE trading or visas
What we handle
- Structure advice
- Name reservation
- Memorandum and articles
- Registered agent and office
- Incorporation certificate
- Share certificates
- Registers and UBO filing
- Bank account support
- Economic substance review
- Annual renewal
Why set up with Emna Capital
01
One point of contact
A single advisor manages your file from the first call to the day your licence, visas and bank account are ready.
02
The right jurisdiction
We compare mainland, free zone and offshore options against your activity, clients and budget before you commit.
03
Paperwork done properly
Applications, attestations and translations are prepared and checked by our team to avoid rejections and delays.
04
Support after setup
Accounting, VAT, corporate tax, renewals and PRO work continue with the same team once you are trading.
How setup works
Step 1
Purpose and structure
We confirm how the company will be used and who will own it.
Step 2
KYC
Due diligence documents are collected for every shareholder and director.
Step 3
Registration
The company is registered and corporate documents issued.
Step 4
Banking and compliance
We support banking and keep registers and renewals up to date.
Documents you will need
Exact requirements depend on the authority, the activity and the shareholders involved. We confirm the final list with you before anything is submitted.
- Passport copies
- Proof of address
- Bank reference letter
- Professional CV
- Description of the intended activities
Frequently asked questions
Both are UAE offshore regimes with similar uses. The best choice depends on cost, property ownership needs and bank preferences. We compare them for you.
Yes. RAK ICC companies are commonly used as holding companies for UAE mainland and free zone companies.
Incorporation can usually be completed remotely. Bank account opening may require a meeting.
Annual renewal, maintained registers, beneficial ownership records and, where relevant, economic substance and tax filings.
Talk to an Emna Capital advisor
Tell us what you are planning and we will map out the route, the paperwork and the timeline. The first consultation is free.