Now that you have made your wealth and have no tax obligations what are your options to preserve it?

Our aim is to help you with your offshore wealth management especially in this uncertain and unstable period in South Africa thereby protecting you, your loved ones, future generations, legacy, and business from the consequences of having all your eggs (money) in one basket.

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Whereas most wealth managers focus on offering offshore investment portfolios, offshore trusts and tax-free zones to safe keep your wealth we look at it differently and holistically…WHICH PLACE CAN YOU PROTECT YOUR WEALTH, GROW IT AND LIVE SAFELY.

We know Mauritius is seen as an ideal choice due to its proximity and economic stability, but our focus is on the United Arab Emirates.  Why?

·       From the towering buildings of Dubai Downtown to enjoying the Formula One in Abu-Dhabi’s Yas Marina, no place showcases success more than the UAE

·       Second safest country in the world

·       Zero taxes on personal and corporate tax

·       100% foreign ownership of companies and assets allowed

·       Golden Visa opportunities for select experts and business owners

·       Ability to have a swiss bank account

·       Residency opportunities with ability to buy property in affluent suburbs

·       Stable economy with ease of international trade and low risk

·       Offers everything from the fast-paced opulent lifestyle to relaxed family living.

·       Large South African expat community

·       Ease of travel to South Africa and the rest of the world

WHERE ARE OFFSHORE COMPANIES REGISTERED?

Offshore companies around the world are registered with the registration authorities in the relevant jurisdictions. Most known offshore company jurisdictions include BVI, RAK International Corporate Center, Jebel Ali in Dubai, Ajman, Cayman Islands, Singapore and Hong Kong. Offshore companies registered in Ajman, RAK, BVI and these other jurisdictions are typically used as holding companies or to undertake business activities internationally. Most of the offshore jurisdictions keep confidentiality of shareholders as a top priority and their identity is kept strictly confidential by law. Typically, offshore companies are formed with the objectives such as asset protection, trading, tax planning, real estate holding and estate planning.

PERMITTED OFFSHORE ACTIVITIES

- International trade
- Brokerage activities
- Property holding 
- On-line advertising activities
- Consultancy
- Registration of ships
- Trading in stock markets
- Special Purposes Vehicle (SPV)
- Family asset or wealth management

MAIN FEATURES OF OFFSHORE COMPANIES


- Modern legislation 
- Zero taxes (in most jurisdictions) 
- Single or multiple directors 
- No accounting and audit requirements(in most jurisdictions) 
- No limitations on any nationality 
- Conduct business internationally
- Bank accounts
- No limitation on capital expatriation
- Registered address



PROHIBITED OFFSHORE ACTIVITIES


- Financial Insurance and re-insurance

- Media

- Aviation

- Conduct business with onshore companies in the UAE

- Establishing a branch in the UAE