
Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone
Establish Your Holding
or Regional HQ
Establish Your Holding
or Regional HQ
Built for governance. Structured for control. Designed for long-term scale. Enable your group to legally own operating companies, IP, investments, and real estate under one compliant structure.
Hold shares in UAE & international operating companies
Own intellectual property, trademarks, and brands
Multi-platform selling enabled

Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone
Establish Your Holding
or Regional HQ
Built for governance. Structured for control. Designed for long-term scale. Enable your group to legally own operating companies, IP, investments, and real estate under one compliant structure.
Hold shares in UAE & international operating companies
Own intellectual property, trademarks, and brands
Multi-platform selling enabled

Built for Global Founders

Built for Global Founders

Built for Global Founders


Governance-First Plan
Governance-First Plan
Governance-First Plan





Use-Case Mapped



Shopify & WooCommerce (Stripe/Telr integrated)
Shopify & WooCommerce (Stripe/Telr integrated)


Eligibility-Based Banking
Eligibility-Based Banking



* Final structure suitability depends on purpose and compliance requirements.
Why Corporate Structuring is Strategic
Why Corporate Structuring is Strategic
Why Corporate Structuring is Strategic
As organisations grow, informal structures create exposure. Proper structuring is required for governance, risk segregation, and capital readiness.
As organisations grow, informal structures create exposure. Proper structuring is required for governance, risk segregation, and capital readiness.
As organisations grow, informal structures create exposure. Proper structuring is required for governance, risk segregation, and capital readiness.
Governance
Governance
Board control & decision making
Board control & decision making
Risk Segregation
Risk Segregation
Isolate risk from assets
Isolate risk from assets
Alignment
Alignment
Regulatory & tax compliance
Regulatory & tax compliance
Readiness
Readiness
Investment & exit preparation
Investment & exit preparation
Acceptability
Acceptability
Banking & audit standards
Banking & audit standards











Build My Structure Plan
Build My Structure Plan
Configure your requirements to receive a tailored Structure Pathway and governance checklist.
Configure your requirements to receive a tailored Structure Pathway and governance checklist.

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Where are you based?
Country of Residence
e.g. United Kingdom, India, USA...
Will you visit UAE occasionally?
Yes
No
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Next Step

Step 1 of 5
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Where are you based?
Country of Residence
e.g. United Kingdom, India, USA...
Will you visit UAE occasionally?
Yes
No
Not Sure
Next Step

Build My Structure Plan
Configure your requirements to receive a tailored Structure Pathway and governance checklist.

Step 1 of 5
20% Completed
Where are you based?
Country of Residence
e.g. United Kingdom, India, USA...
Will you visit UAE occasionally?
Yes
No
Not Sure
Next Step
Strategic Use Cases
Strategic Use Cases
Strategic Use Cases
Designed for serious founders who want a scalable, compliant structure.
Designed for serious founders who want a scalable, compliant structure.
Designed for serious founders who want a scalable, compliant structure.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Corporate Real Estate
Legally own commercial, logistics, and investment property assets under the same corporate structure.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Corporate Real Estate
Legally own commercial, logistics, and investment property assets under the same corporate structure.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Corporate Real Estate
Legally own commercial, logistics, and investment property assets under the same corporate structure.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.



Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Corporate Real Estate
Legally own commercial, logistics, and investment property assets under the same corporate structure.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Corporate Real Estate
Legally own commercial, logistics, and investment property assets under the same corporate structure.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Corporate Real Estate
Legally own commercial, logistics, and investment property assets under the same corporate structure.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.



Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.

Group Holding Company
Centralise ownership for international operations and multiple subsidiaries under one parent entity.

Regional Headquarters
Establish a strategic base for EMEA or Asia operations with full foreign ownership.

IP & Brand Ownership
Secure trademarks, software, and brand assets in a protected jurisdiction separate from operations.

Investment Vehicles
Structure joint ventures, pre-IPO restructuring, and exit-ready entities with clean governance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Structuring is a board-level decision. Here are the key answers for decision-makers.
Structuring is a board-level decision. Here are the key answers for decision-makers.
Can a DSBH Free Zone company own real estate?
Does the Cost Calculator include visa and Emirates ID fees?
Is the Business Cost Calculator accurate?
Do I need to pay immediately after using the Cost Calculator?
What documentation is required for company registration after evaluating the costs?
Is a business cost calculator suitable for small businesses as well?
What is the Pay-as-You-Grow business setup model in Dubai South Free Zone?
Can a DSBH Free Zone company own real estate?
Does the Cost Calculator include visa and Emirates ID fees?
Is the Business Cost Calculator accurate?
Do I need to pay immediately after using the Cost Calculator?
What documentation is required for company registration after evaluating the costs?
Is a business cost calculator suitable for small businesses as well?
What is the Pay-as-You-Grow business setup model in Dubai South Free Zone?
Real Estate & Asset Ownership
Real Estate & Asset Ownership
Real Estate & Asset Ownership
A Dubai South Business Hub entity can be structured to legally own real estate assets, in addition to holding operating businesses and IP.
A Dubai South Business Hub entity can be structured to legally own real estate assets, in addition to holding operating businesses and IP.
A Dubai South Business Hub entity can be structured to legally own real estate assets, in addition to holding operating businesses and IP.

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment

Property Assets
Commercial & Office Property
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
Centralise corporate and property ownership while maintaining clean separation from operational risk.
Income-Generating Investment Property
Scaling on Shopify/ WooCommerce and need reliable payment gateways (Stripe) and banking.

Strategic Benefits
Why Hold Real Estate at the Parent Level?
Asset protection and liability isolation
Balance-sheet optimisation and transparency
Financing and banking readiness
Easier succession, restructuring, or divestment


Ready to structure your vision?
Ready to structure your vision?
Ready to structure your vision?
Get a purpose-led Holding/HQ Structure Plan—governance checklist, documentation pathway, and timeline estimate.
Get a purpose-led Holding/HQ Structure Plan—governance checklist, documentation pathway, and timeline estimate.
Get a purpose-led Holding/HQ Structure Plan—governance checklist, documentation pathway, and timeline estimate.
