Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) Formation

What is a Special Purpose Vehicle?

SPVs, or special purpose vehicles, are private corporate entities created for various objectives, such as minimizing financial and legal risks by protecting assets and liabilities. They can be set up as subsidiaries, projects, or joint ventures to ensure that only the assets tied to a specific transaction are susceptible to the related liabilities. A defining characteristic of an SPV is its independent legal status, which means that creditors of the SPV cannot claim against the assets owned by its shareholders or any associated companies.

Whether you are structuring a deal, initiating a token project, or managing investment risk, our SPV services provide a quick, flexible, and compliant solution.

We utilize Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to achieve various commercial, financial, and investment goals. SPVs are adaptable legal entities designed to mitigate risk, aggregate investor capital, safeguard intellectual property, or establish dedicated project vehicles. Whether you represent a venture capital fund, a family office, a blockchain protocol, or a real estate syndicate, we develop fully compliant SPVs that align with your regulatory, tax, and operational objectives.

SPVs are frequently employed for:

Isolating assets and protecting against liability
Structuring and syndicating investment funds
Issuing tokens and offering digital assets
Creating joint venture vehicles and partnership entities
Owning and licensing intellectual property
Securitizing receivables and supporting private credit platforms

We facilitate SPV formation throughout leading UAE jurisdictions, such as DIFC and ADGM, with the option to connect to international structures through offshore layers or holding companies

What We Provide

Expand Your Business. Expand Your World.

At Finjuris Global, we establish fully compliant SPVs in DIFC, and ADGM, supporting everything from initial setup to bank onboarding and ongoing compliance.

Our services include:

SPVs in DIFC and ADGM designed for fintech, venture capital, and peer-to-peer platforms.
Establishing token issuance and blockchain ecosystems.
Creation of private capital syndicates and ventures supported by escrow.
Legal protections and measures for investment safeguarding.
Arrangements for nominees and third-party trust structures.
Comprehensive support for onboarding banks and brokerage firms for SPVs.

We ensure that every SPV is strategically structured, regulator-friendly, and fully aligned with your commercial vision.

Use Cases

Raise funds internationally without altering your core business
Mitigate risk in project financing or IP monetization
Hold cryptocurrency assets or issue tokens under regulated supervision
Hold, license, and monetize intellectual property (IP) across jurisdictions
Establish fintech or Web3 initiatives with limited liability and governance flexibility
Build private credit structures with escrow and trustee arrangements

We ensure your SPV is operational—bank-ready, audit-friendly, and compliant across borders.

Why does it matter

SPVs serve as a strategic vehicle for managing risk, attracting capital, and enabling regulatory separation between your main entity and high-risk or experimental initiatives. In today’s complex business and investment environment, SPVs are vital for:

Creating legal clarity for investors and counterparties

SPVs provide a clear and transparent legal framework that separates specific projects, assets, or liabilities from the parent company. This separation reduces ambiguity, enabling investors and business partners to understand precisely what they are engaging with. By isolating the financials and ownership structure, SPVs foster trust and confidence, critical for capital raising, due diligence, and strategic partnerships.

Simplifying cross-border ownership and fund flows

With complex international transactions, managing multi-jurisdictional assets can become a logistical and compliance-heavy challenge. SPVs act as central holding or transactional entities, streamlining the movement of capital and equity across borders. By leveraging favorable jurisdictions and double tax treaties, SPVs enable smoother repatriation of funds, tax optimization, and reduced regulatory friction.

Establishing ring-fenced vehicles to test innovation without endangering core operations

SPVs allow businesses to experiment with new markets, technologies, or ventures in a controlled legal environment. Whether it’s a crypto token launch, a pilot fintech product, or a JV in an unfamiliar jurisdiction, an SPV ensures that liabilities and risks are confined to the vehicle, preserving the financial and reputational integrity of the main enterprise.

Complying with the UAE’s strict ESR, UBO, and AML requirements

The UAE mandates compliance with a growing set of regulations, including Economic Substance Regulations (ESR), Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) declarations, and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols. SPVs structured through Finjuris are built with these compliance layers from the outset, ensuring that your operations are audit-ready and regulator-approved without last-minute scrambling.

Attracting institutional investors through clean, standalone structures

Institutional investors, including venture capitalists and private equity firms, often prefer investing through clear and independent entities that demonstrate governance, transparency, and legal certainty. SPVs enable this by offering a clean cap table, defined investment terms, and governance frameworks that meet institutional standards, making your project significantly more fundable and credible.

By choosing the right SPV framework, you future-proof your project and enhance its investor-readiness, banking eligibility, and governance integrity.

Why Choose Finjuris for SPVs?

At Finjuris, we approach SPV structuring with the precision of a legal firm and the innovation of a venture partner. We don’t merely fill forms, we architect legally sound, investor-ready vehicles that align with your tax position, regulatory needs, and growth strategy.

We offer:

Customized jurisdictional planning based on regulatory risk, investor access, and tax exposure.
Rapid, document-ready setup for DIFC and ADGM SPVs, including remote incorporations.
Integration with holding companies, trust vehicles, or foundations.
Full legal documentation support, including investment agreements, whitepapers, and token terms.
Hands-on support for banking, KYC/KYT readiness, and audit preparation.
Post-setup compliance, including ESR, UBO filings, and governance consulting.

Choosing Finjuris for your SPV formation means choosing precision, foresight, and trust. We don’t just create legal entities, we architect resilient, investor-ready, and regulator-compliant vehicles tailored to your unique project goals. Whether you're launching a token, structuring a fund, isolating project risk, or raising capital, our team ensures your SPV is not only fit for purpose but also future-proof.

What Sets Us Apart?

At Finjuris Global, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. What sets us apart is our ability to combine legal intelligence, regulatory foresight, and sector-specific knowledge into every structure we build. Whether it’s a simple incorporation or a complex multi-jurisdictional SPV, we approach each engagement with strategic clarity and execution precision .

Our clients choose us because we go beyond incorporation; we create entities with substance, governance, and future-readiness. From advising crypto founders on token issuance frameworks to assisting private equity firms with offshore fund structures, we have the experience and depth to tailor vehicles that are aligned with commercial intent and regulatory expectations.

Multi-Vertical Experience

From crypto and Web3 startups to real estate developers, private equity funds, and family offices, we understand your sector’s risks and tailor SPVs accordingly.

Regulatory First Mindset

We embed compliance from day one. Our SPVs are structured with full ESR, UBO, AML, and FATF alignment, helping you remain regulator-proof and audit-ready.

Tokenization and Web3 Expertise

We help clients design SPVs to launch tokens, establish DAOs, issue security tokens, and hold digital assets, combining innovation with legal robustness.

Investor-Ready Structuring

We craft shareholder frameworks, syndicate agreements, and nominee layers to meet the reporting and governance standards expected by global VCs and institutions.

Banking and Substance Support

We don’t stop at incorporation. We assist with bank account openings, economic substance advisory, and compliance with onboarding protocols required by local and international financial institutions.

What makes us different is our proactive mindset; we anticipate compliance hurdles, tax exposures, and operational friction before they occur. Our digital-first execution model ensures seamless communication, secure documentation, and real-time visibility throughout the engagement. Moreover, our deep ties with UAE regulators, free zone authorities, and banking institutions allow us to offer solutions that are not just compliant but also practically bankable and operationally scalable.

At Finjuris, we are not just your service providers; we are your long-term strategic advisors, ensuring that your entity structure is built to last, evolve, and thrive.

FAQs

Let’s Build a Safer, Stronger Business Together

Which jurisdictions in the UAE are most suitable for establishing SPVs?

DIFC and ADGM are the two leading options, known for their expedited incorporation processes, adherence to common law principles, and high regulatory integrity. The choice between them depends on investor requirements, licensing considerations, and financial viability.

Is it possible for an SPV to be utilized for cryptocurrency or token creation?

Absolutely. With the appropriate anti-money laundering measures and legal frameworks, SPVs can facilitate tokenization, stablecoin initiatives, staking pools, and asset-backed token sales. We assist in structuring these in accordance with UAE regulations and international standards.

Is it necessary for an SPV to have a physical office?

No, most SPVs established in DIFC and ADGM can function with just a registered address and do not need a dedicated physical office space unless required for licensing purposes.

Is it feasible for an SPV to open a bank account in the UAE?

Yes, although it will be subject to thorough due diligence. Finjuris can assist with the necessary documentation, demonstrating substance, and meeting banking requirements.

Can I use an SPV for fundraising through token issuance?

Yes. We’ve helped multiple clients set up SPVs for token launches, stablecoins, and asset-backed crypto offerings under compliant frameworks. We also assist with smart contract legal reviews and investor documentation.

Will Finjuris assist with post-incorporation filings?

Absolutely. We handle ESR, UBO, AML, and license renewals as part of our SPV compliance support. We also offer retainers for ongoing governance and regulatory maintenance.

Custom-designed entities for your upcoming project.