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    DMCC Foundations

    A flexible structure for long-term asset holding, succession planning and governance

    A new structure for private wealth

    DMCC Foundations provide individuals, families and private wealth clients with a structured way to hold assets over the long term, with defined governance and succession arrangements.

    Established under DMCC’s Foundations Regulations, a DMCC Foundation is a separate legal entity that can hold assets and operate according to its stated objectives and governance arrangements.

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    Designed for private wealth holders, family offices and entrepreneurs, the structure can support long-term asset holding, succession planning and governance across generations.

    Foundations add a new option to DMCC’s growing range of structuring solutions, giving clients greater choice in how assets are held, managed and planned for the future.

    Designed for private wealth holders, family offices and entrepreneurs, the structure can support long-term asset holding, succession planning and governance across generations.

    Foundations add a new option to DMCC’s growing range of structuring solutions, giving clients greater choice in how assets are held, managed and planned for the future.

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    Key features

    Explore a structure designed to support how assets are held and managed over time with DMCC.

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    Asset holding

    Hold and manage assets through a dedicated legal structure.
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    Succession planning

    Establish arrangements for the long-term transition and continuity of assets across generations.
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    Governance arrangements

    Define provisions for beneficiaries, distributions and decision-making.
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    Continuity across generations

    Support the long-term ownership and administration of assets in accordance with the Foundation's objectives.
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    Reserved powers

    Certain powers can be reserved to the founder or other designated persons, subject to the Foundations Regulations.
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    Asset requirement

    Establish a DMCC Foundation with initial assets starting from USD 100.
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    Structure assets for the future

    DMCC Foundations give individuals, families and private wealth clients another way to structure assets for the long term, with a focus on ownership, succession and governance. 

    Explore DMCC Foundations and register your interest for further information.

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    Office 1202, Platinum Tower, Cluster I, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, UAE

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    With 26,000+ member companies representing 180+ countries specialising in 1,000+ business activities, DMCC is the world’s most dynamic business hub and district. Here are some of our success stories.

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