Re-domicile / Transfer of Incorporation

Re-domicile / Transfer of Incorporation Process:

Re-domicile , also known as Transfer of Incorporation, allows you to move your company’s legal registration from RAKEZ to another authority without closing the company and creating a new one.

Customer Journey

  • Apply for the NOC

    Apply for a No Objection Certificate from RAKEZ by email or by visiting any RAKEZ branch.
    Submit the required Special Resolution by email, confirming the company’s intention to transfer its incorporation to another authority.

  • Receive the NOC from RAKEZ

    RAKEZ will review your request. Once approved, a quotation will be issued. After payment is completed, RAKEZ will issue the NOC.

  • Contact the New Authority

    Use the RAKEZ NOC to contact the new authority.
    Request a Certificate of Continuation or an equivalent document confirming that the company will continue under the new authority.

  • Cancel Employee Visas

    Before applying for license cancellation, make sure all employee visas under the company are cancelled.

  • Apply for De-registration on RAKEZ 360 Portal

    Log in to the RAKEZ 360 Portal.
    Go to Company Services and select De-registration.

  • Upload Documents and Submit the Request

    Upload the required documents, including the Certificate of Continuation or equivalent document.
    Submit your de-registration request through the portal.

  • Receive Final Approval and Certificate

    RAKEZ will review the de-registration request.
    Once approved, a quotation will be issued. After payment is completed, RAKEZ will issue the Transfer of Incorporation Certificate.

Outcome

  • Transfer of Incorporation completed successfully.

Service Fees & Delivery Timelines

Service Delivery Time

Processing Time: 2 to 5 working days.

Pricing

AED 3,000 – NOC for Transfer of Incorporation
AED 2,000 – Transfer of Incorporation fee
RAKEZ outstanding fees and external authority charges (if applicable)

Required Documents

1

NOC to redomicile: You can apply by sending email or by visiting any RAKEZ branch.

2

Special resolution: Click here to access the template

3

Certificate of Continuation: Can be obtained after receiving the NOC from RAKEZ. Please refer to the customer journey for details.

Terms & Conditions

  • RAKEZ will issue a Certificate confirming the company’s transfer from RAKEZ to the new jurisdiction, under RAKEZ Companies Regulations, upon payment of AED 2,000.
  • No publication is required for the Transfer of Incorporation.
  • RAKEZ will strike off the company name from the Register of Companies.
  • All required clearances must be obtained from third parties and submitted to RAKEZ.
  • NOC/approval is required for any facility with an outstanding mortgage or security interest.
  • RAKEZ may request additional documents or attestations if needed.
  • Employee visa cancellation must be completed before license cancellation, except for investors, partners, and company managers, whose visas will be cancelled during the license cancellation process.
  • Facilities with outstanding mortgages or security interests must obtain NOC/approval from the relevant bank.
  • The facility must be returned to its original condition, including removal of any civil/electrical modifications and signboards.
  • Power of Attorney (POA) must be submitted for verification and must be attested by the UAE Embassy in the country of issuance if needed.
  • After receiving the certificate, the company must cancel its records on the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) portal to avoid penalties.