BSA LLP provides company secretary services for both DIFC and non DIFC entities. A non-exhaustive list of the services typically provided by a company secretary include the following:
For DIFC entities
Attending board meetings and shareholders meetings and preparing minutes of such meetings;
Attending corporate fillings with the DIFC and the Dubai Financial Services Authority ;
Assisting management in preparing and submitting yearly reports and forms including processing DIFC data and notices of annual return;
Advising on all matters related to companies law in the DIFC.
For Non-DIFC entities
Attending board and shareholders’ meetings and preparing relevant minutes ;
Attending corporate fillings with relevant authorities;
Assisting management in preparing and submitting yearly reports and forms in accordance with the UAE Commercial Companies Law.
Corporate Governance refers to the rules, procedures, laws and customs affecting the way a corporation is directed and controlled.
BSA LLP recognises the importance of improved systems of enhanced corporate governance as a positive move towards the progression and development of any corporation. BSA LLP works closely with international and regional institutions to promote corporate governance issues, developments and reforms enabling its professionals to assist clients with the integration of governance standards into their company.
The registration procedure and compliance requirements for the establishment of an entity within the DIFC are governed by DIFC laws and regulations. BSA LLP can assist clients with advice on all aspects of establishing regulated and non regulated entities within the DIFC in accordance with its laws and regulations.
Additionally, BSA LLP provides clients with Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer support, thus enabling compliance with this essential requirement of incorporating a company within the DIFC .