A Foundation is a distinct legal entity commonly used in civil-law jurisdictions and differs fundamentally from traditional corporate structures because it has no owners or shareholders.

Once established, it becomes an independent entity that holds and protects assets in its own name, providing long-term security, privacy, and continuity. Foundations are effective vehicles for international corporate structuring and long-term asset holding. The founder defines how the Foundation is governed and how its assets should be managed. Governance typically includes a founder, council members, and a protector.

A Foundation can serve several strategic purposes, including holding shares of underlying companies, consolidating corporate assets across jurisdictions, and enabling the orderly transfer of ownership between entities. These features make Foundations particularly valuable for businesses and entrepreneurs with diverse international holdings.

At Freemont, we offer Foundation formation services in key jurisdictions such as DIFC, ADGM, Curaçao (SPF), and Panama, supported by full administrative assistance, including bank account setup, accounting, IFRS reporting, and ongoing management.