FOUNDATIONS & TRUSTS

Foundations & Trusts for protection and control

Separate ownership from benefit the right way. We set up, document, and maintain your structure so assets stay protected and distributions stay clear.

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Purpose-builtRights defined.
Bank-readyKYC packaged.
Ongoing careRenewals tracked.

WHO IS THIS FOR

Built for your stageFOUNDATIONS & TRUSTS

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Family wealth

You want a simple vehicle to own property, cash, or shares, with clear distribution rules.

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Founder assets

You need to hold IP or equity outside trading entities with board-level control.

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Cross-border owners

You require a neutral, recognized structure with clean bank onboarding.

Built for your stage
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WHAT IS INCLUDED

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Structure design

Founder, council, beneficiaries, and powers mapped to your objectives.

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Name & purpose check

Charter purpose, activities, and regulator notes confirmed.

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Charter & bylaws

Drafting, resolutions, and notarization where required.

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KYC document pack

IDs, address proofs, and wealth/source mapping organized for filings.

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Registered address & license

Local agent or office and any license or registry steps completed.

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Banking coordination

Narrative, meetings, and follow-ups until the account is active.

HOW IT WORKS

From scoping to charter in force

Five steps keep goals, governance, and banking aligned.

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Scoping and alignment

We confirm goals, roles, distribution rules, and banking plan in one call.

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Drafting and attestations

We prepare charter and bylaws, arrange notarization, and legalizations.

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Registration

We file the application, appoint council or guardian, and complete registry steps.

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Bank setup

We prepare the foundation profile, schedule meetings, and respond to KYC queries.

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Go-live

You receive a bank-ready pack and a compliance calendar for renewals and updates.

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DOCUMENTATION

What we need to start the process

Founder and council
Founder and council

Passports, UAE entry or visa pages, specimen signatures, and contacts.

Beneficiary details
Beneficiary details

Names, relationships, and any distribution notes or letters of wishes.

Source of funds
Source of funds

Statements or wealth evidence that supports capital origin.

Purpose and assets
Purpose and assets

Short note on assets to contribute and any expected inflows.

Premises evidence
Premises evidence

Registered address or agent agreement where required.

Authority forms
Authority forms

UBO, KYC, and any regulator templates.

TIMELINES AND COST DRIVERS

Clear timings, no surprises

Clear timings, no surprises

Typical timing

Most vehicles move from design to registration within two weeks. Banking follows the compliance review.

  • Service highlight bullet iconDesign 2–3 days
  • Service highlight bullet iconRegistration 5–10 days
  • Service highlight bullet iconBanking 2–4 weeks

Cost drivers

Effort follows the number of parties and the depth of documents.

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What can extend timing

Delays come from changes or missing items. We flag risks early so you can plan.

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  • Service highlight bullet iconCharter changes
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WHAT WE COVER

Scope you can rely on

Vehicle setup

Charter, bylaws, roles, and registers aligned to your purpose.

Formation & license

Full filings and issuance with a registered address.

Banking support

Narrative, meetings, and follow-ups to activate the account.

Ongoing compliance

Annual updates, minutes, and renewals to keep good standing.

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FAQS

Straight answers to common questions.

Both separate ownership. Foundations are legal persons; trusts are relationships. We recommend based on purpose and banking needs.
Yes, if the charter or deed allows. We prepare the resolutions and filings.
Yes. We structure voting and distributions to match your control plan.
Yes with clear purpose and documents. We prepare the profile and attend meetings.
We maintain registers, minutes, and renewals.

Protect assets and plan distributions with confidence

Ready to start your UAE business journey?

Tell us what you want to hold and who should benefit. We will design the vehicle, run the filings, and open the bank account.