One Person Companies
One Person Company (OPC) Formation in Dubai, UAE
One Person Company (OPC) Formation in Dubai, UAE
Planning to break into the UAE market as a solo entrepreneur? The concept of the One Person Company (OPC) is what you should be aware of. At AE Formations, we provide in OPC formation services, offering a simplified business set up for individuals and corporates setting up their presence in the UAE.
Understanding One Person Company (OPC)
An OPC is an innovative business structure, allowing a single person to establish and run a company on their own. It combines the flexibility of sole proprietorship with the protective benefits of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). In essence, you enjoy the advantages of an LLC without the complexities of multiple shareholders.
Comparison: One Person Company Vs Sole Establishment
The UAE market, with its prime location and booming economy, attracts entrepreneurs globally. The new OPC structure now lets individual entrepreneurs easily access this opportunity. Here is a comparison between setting up the business as an OPC compared to an establishment license.
- Ownership Structure: Owned and operated by a single individual, OPC combines the features of both a company and sole proprietorship. Whereas, an Establishment license typically pertains to a sole proprietorship where the business is wholly owned by a single individual, often without the protective benefits of a corporate structure.
- Legal Identity: Although owned by a single person, an OPC is recognized as a separate legal entity, providing a distinction between the company and its owner. But an establishment license does not have a separate legal entity and all contacts are entered into with the license holder, and not with a legal person.
- Liability: As mentioned above, OPC offers liability protection, meaning the personal assets of the owner are protected from business debts or liabilities whereas the establishment does not ensure this security.
- Duration & Continuity: OPC may continue to exist beyond the life of its owner, depending on the jurisdiction and specific regulations. However, the business often ceases to exist upon the death of the owner.
- Easy Succession: Since it’s recognized as a separate legal entity, the ownership can be transferred or passed on as per legal provisions more easily than in case of an establishment business.
- Operational Scope & Flexibility: OPC offers more flexibility in terms of operations, growth, and scalability as it can function like a company,while establishments may face restrictions in terms of scalability and operations.
- Taxation: An OPC might be subjected to corporate taxes as an incorporate body and distinct from its owner. However, profits of an establishments are taxed in the hands of the owner.
- Capital Requirements: OPC has specific minimum capital requirements or provisions depending on the jurisdiction while establishment licenses has relatively more flexibility with regard to capital.
- Regulatory & Compliance Needs: Given its corporate nature, OPC might have more stringent regulatory and compliance needs, including periodic filings and disclosures. But compliance might be simpler, with fewer regulatory filings and requirements in case of establishments businesses.
In essence, while both OPCs and entities with Establishment Licenses cater to individual entrepreneurs, they offer different structures, benefits, and challenges. The choice between them would largely depend on the business goals, risk appetite, and long-term vision of the entrepreneur.
Why Choose AE Formations for OPC Set up in the UAE?
- Expertise: Our deep understanding of company law, regulations, and licensing conditions, combined with years of experience in Company Formation, sets us apart.
- Quick Turnaround: Recognizing the importance of time, we’ve honed our processes and tools to expedite decision-making, ensuring rapid processing and approval.
- Licensed Corporate Service Provider: We’re licensed as a corporate service provider and authorized to represent Clients, complying with UAE’s laws, including Anti-Money Laundering regulations.
- Complete Transparency: We keep clients informed throughout, sharing all expenses and our professional fee, and providing all original payment receipts incurred on behalf of clients.
- Personalized Approach: Recognizing each business’s unique needs, we offer tailored advice specific to your industry.
- End-to-End Assistance: From business case review to securing UAE licenses and approvals, our experts guide you at every step.
Ready to turn your entrepreneurial dream into a reality in the vibrant landscape of Dubai? Reach out to us or book a free consultation for aninsightful discussion on the possibilities of OPC Companies in UAE.