Abu Dhabi Ministry of Economy Subsidiary Registration Conditions and Information Notes

Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, has become one of the popular destinations for attracting global investment due to its superior geographical location, advanced infrastructure, favorable tax policies and stable political environment. For companies planning to expand their business footprint and establish a subsidiary in Abu Dhabi, it is important to have an in-depth understanding of the conditions and information required by the Abu Dhabi Ministry of Economy regarding the registration of a subsidiary. This is not only related to the smooth progress of the registration process, but also has a profound impact on the future legal and compliance operations of enterprises in the local area.

to register a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Ministry of Economy, you need to meet certain conditions and prepare the corresponding materials. During the preparation process, it is important to ensure the authenticity, legality and integrity of all documents and to comply with local laws and regulations.

Abu Dhabi Ministry of Economy Subsidiary Registration Conditions

1. Company type selection:

depending on the nature and needs of the business, select the appropriate type of company, such as a limited liability company (LLC), a joint stock company, etc.

Note that different types of companies differ in terms of legal requirements, tax treatment, and foreign ownership.

2. Determination of business activities:

identify specific business activities to be carried out in Abu Dhabi based on the scope of the parent company's business.

Different business activities may require different business licenses and approval authorities.

3. Local partners:

if registered in the Continental region of Abu Dhabi, a local partner is usually required and holds a certain percentage of shares (e. g. 51%).

However, in the free zone, foreign investors can control or wholly own the company.

4. Minimum capital requirements:

different types of companies may have different minimum capital requirements.

For example, the minimum capital of a limited liability company is usually a certain amount (the exact amount may change over time, please consult the latest regulations).

5. Legal office address:

A legal office address in Abu Dhabi is required, which can be a lease contract or proof of registered address.

Abu Dhabi Ministry of Economy Subsidiary Registration Information

1. The original documents of the parent company need to be double-certified in the UAE embassy, Arabic compliant translation and Ministry of Justice certification.

• Business License

• Articles of Association

• Proof of good national reputation

• Dossiers related to the shareholding structure of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce

• Board resolutions and proxy statements (we will draft)

2, the company's legal signatory's passport copy.

3. If the shareholders of the parent company are enterprises, they will also need to do material certification, which will be traced back to the ultimate beneficiary (UBO) of the company.

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