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Holding Companies
Holding companies play a key role in managing investments, subsidiaries, and assets across various jurisdictions. While they may not be directly involved in day-to-day operations, maintaining regulatory compliance and financial transparency is essential under the UAE’s Corporate Tax framework.
Holding companies can benefit from favorable tax treatment, including possible exemptions on dividends and capital gains derived from qualifying subsidiaries, provided they meet Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements and maintain adequate economic substance in the UAE.
At CBM Consultants, we help holding companies ensure full compliance with Corporate Tax regulations, manage audited financial reporting, and optimize their group structure for tax efficiency, transparency, and long-term financial sustainability within the UAE’s evolving regulatory environment.
What do you mean by Holding Company?
A holding company is a legal entity established primarily to own and manage shares or assets in other companies, rather than conduct direct business operations. Its main purpose is to control subsidiaries, oversee investments, and centralize management of group activities.
Holding companies can be set up in mainland, free zones, or offshore jurisdictions, each offering specific benefits such as asset protection, tax efficiency, and simplified ownership structures. While they generally don’t engage in trading or service activities, they must still comply with UAE regulatory and reporting requirements.
Services offered for Holding Companies:
Accounting and Bookkeeping:
At CBM Consultants, we provide comprehensive accounting and bookkeeping services specifically designed for Holding Companies managing multiple subsidiaries or investments. Our team ensures accurate consolidation of financial records, preparation of group financial statements, and strict adherence to IFRS and UAE regulatory standards.
We help Holding Entities maintain financial transparency, improve internal reporting, and support strategic decision-making across group structures. With well-organized accounting systems and reliable reporting, CBM Consultants enables Holding Companies to enhance financial efficiency, ensure compliance, and achieve long-term organizational stability.
Value Added Tax:
For Holding Companies in the UAE, understanding VAT obligations is essential, especially when dealing with intercompany transactions or investments that involve taxable supplies. Although some Holding Entities may not be directly engaged in VAT-applicable activities, they must still assess VAT registration requirements and comply with FTA regulations to avoid non-compliance risks.
At CBM Consultants, our VAT professionals offer tailored support for Holding structures from registration and filing to advisory and compliance reviews. We ensure that your company remains fully compliant with VAT laws, properly manages input and output VAT on group transactions, and maintains seamless financial reporting in line with FTA standards.
Corporation Tax:
The introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE has reshaped how Holding Companies structure their investments and manage subsidiary operations. While Holding Companies may not engage in direct business activities, they must ensure compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations, including Corporate Tax filings where applicable.
At CBM Consultants, we provide specialized Corporate Tax advisory services for Holding Companies, ensuring full compliance with UAE tax laws while optimizing tax efficiency across group entities. Our experts assist with CT registration, group structuring, tax computation, and reporting, helping holding companies effectively manage their obligations, maintain transparency, and maximize the benefits of the UAE’s favorable tax regime.
Business Compliance:
Maintaining regulatory compliance is fundamental for Holding Companies to preserve their legal standing and ensure smooth management of group operations. At CBM Consultants, we assist holding entities in fulfilling all registration, renewal, reporting, and documentation obligations under the Ministry of Economy, free zone authorities, and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
Our specialists provide strategic compliance and governance support, ensuring your corporate structure aligns with UAE commercial laws, and tax frameworks. With our expert guidance, Holding Companies can uphold regulatory transparency, protect assets, and sustain operational efficiency while managing diverse investments.
Audit Services:
Audits are vital for Holding Companies to ensure financial accuracy, enhance investor confidence, and maintain compliance with regulatory authorities. At CBM Consultants, we deliver independent audit services that validate the integrity of consolidated financial statements and confirm adherence to IFRS and UAE auditing standards.
Our auditors review internal control systems, assess group transactions, and ensure compliance with FTA and Corporate Tax reporting requirements. Whether for regulatory submissions, banking purposes, or investor assurance, our audits reinforce transparency, strengthen governance, and support the long-term credibility of UAE Holding Companies.
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