An IFZA Offshore company is a non-resident entity designed for holding assets, owning shares and trading outside the UAE, with no office, no visas and minimal annual compliance. IFZA Offshore structures are popular with investors who want a UAE-registered holding company for property, intellectual property or an international trading business. Crucially, payments between Philippines and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Philippine peso (PHP) transfers settle without delay and UAE banks are familiar with Filipino business profiles. GoldenKey has Filipino clients from Manila, Cebu and Davao, and our consultants understand the supporting documents issued in Philippines and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why IFZA Offshore
As a rule, offshore companies registered in the UAE benefit from the country's reputation, which is stronger with banks than many traditional offshore jurisdictions. Typical uses of an IFZA Offshore company include holding Dubai property, international consulting and trading, group holding structures, IP and royalty holding and estate planning. GoldenKey has prepared IFZA Offshore files for Filipino customers in retail, food and beverage, healthcare and hospitality, which means we know which Philippines documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How IFZA Offshore works with GoldenKey
Step 1Structure and name
We settle the shareholders, directors and share capital for the IFZA Offshore company and reserve a name with the registry.
Step 2Documents and KYC
You provide passport copies, proof of address and a short description of the company's purpose; GoldenKey completes the registry's KYC forms. If the authority raises a query on an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 3Incorporation
In our experience, the registry issues the certificate of incorporation, memorandum and share certificates, as a rule within 5 working days.
Step 4Banking and maintenance
We introduce banks that accept IFZA Offshore structures and put the annual renewal in our compliance diary. Nothing is submitted for an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos.
- Proof of residential address dated within the last three months
- A CV or professional profile for each shareholder
- Educational certificates attested by the Philippines authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Attested corporate papers if a company will be the shareholder
- A brief description of the intended activities and source of funds
- Passport copies for each shareholder and director
Pricing
The figures below for an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands.
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Annual renewal | AED 10,000 |
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Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-05.
Why the UAE
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos. Because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which supporting documents each of them will ask for on an IFZA Offshore file. GoldenKey's consultants have handled an IFZA Offshore company for Filipinos for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
As we tell every client, start your IFZA Offshore journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can an IFZA Offshore company be set up?
From day one, with complete paperwork, incorporation usually takes 5 working days.
Is there an audit or tax filing for an IFZA Offshore company?
Most IFZA Offshore companies have no audit requirement, but corporate tax registration and economic substance rules may apply depending on activities. GoldenKey reviews this at incorporation.
Does an IFZA Offshore company get residence visas?
No. Offshore companies do not sponsor visas. If you need residency, we combine the offshore holding company with a free zone company that does.
How long does the process take for Filipino applicants?
In short, processing for Filipinos follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Philippines that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Can a Filipino citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Offshore?
Absolutely. Filipinos can own the full share capital of a IFZA Offshore company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.


