Joint Stock Company in the UAE (JSC)

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Joint Stock Company (JSC) in the UAE

A Joint Stock Company (JSC) is designed for banks, funds, holding groups and strategic projects that require capital raising and high transparency. If your business needs substantial investment, plans an IPO, or operates in a regulated sector, a JSC in the UAE is often the optimal choice.

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Types of JSC in the UAE

1. Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC)

Parameter	Value
Minimum shareholders	5
Share capital	AED 30,000,000
Regulator	SCA (Securities & Commodities Authority)
Mandatory listing	Yes (DFM, ADX, etc.)
Board of directors	3 to 11
Typical sectors	Banking, insurance, funds, telecom, energy

✅ Suitable for large-scale projects, national champions and cross-border groups.

2. Private Joint Stock Company (PrJSC)

Parameter	Value
Shareholders	From 2 to 200
Share capital	AED 5,000,000
Stock exchange listing	Not required
Registration	MOEC + DED, with SCA coordination
Typical use cases	Family holdings, closed investment structures

✅ Fits private equity, investment SPVs and corporate holding vehicles.

Common JSC features

Mandatory annual audit.
Enhanced reporting and corporate-governance requirements.
Coordination with regulators: SCA, DED, MOEC.
For PJSC — IPO requirement (minimum 30% public float).
Board of directors, corporate secretary and legal support for all resolutions.

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MIRAD delivers end-to-end JSC setup: incorporation, bylaws, shareholders’ agreements, IPO preparation and audit support.

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What MIRAD does

Assess your goals and determine the right JSC form.
Manage registration with DED, MOEC and SCA.
Prepare Articles of Association, Memorandum and shareholders’ agreements.
Advise on IPO, equity allocation and corporate governance.
Coordinate with banks, auditors, exchanges and legal counsel.
Support audit, compliance and SCA-standard reporting.

Why it matters

A JSC enables IPO access and broad investor participation.
Required for banks, funds and strategic sectors.
Registration is impossible without strict procedural compliance.
MIRAD ensures legal protection and business transparency.

FAQ: Joint Stock Company in the UAE

❓ Can foreign investors set up a JSC?
✅ Yes. Depending on the sector, up to 100% foreign ownership may be allowed.

❓ How long does JSC incorporation take?
✅ Typically 2–4 months, including SCA coordination.

❓ Is an IPO mandatory?
✅ For a PJSC — yes, at least 30% of shares must be publicly offered.

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