Protect Assets & Succession with a UAE Foundation

A UAE Foundation is a legal entity without shareholders, designed primarily for asset protection, estate planning, and succession management. It is often used by families, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals to safeguard wealth.

A holding company is built to own and manage subsidiaries or operating businesses, while a foundation is focused on preserving wealth, protecting assets, and ensuring smooth inheritance across generations.

Foundations are governed by a council appointed by the founder. The council follows the charter and bylaws, ensuring the founder’s objectives are respected over the long term.

Foundations can hold a wide range of assets including real estate, company shares, intellectual property, bank accounts, and investment portfolios—both in the UAE and internationally.

The most recognised options are DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) and ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market), both offering world-class regulatory frameworks.

Yes. UAE Foundations benefit from the UAE’s favourable tax regime, including no personal income tax and competitive corporate tax laws, while providing flexibility for international tax planning.