A Global Platform, a GCC Anchor.
We deploy capital globally. Our execution model is built around a simple, transparent principle: every international transaction is structured through a GCC-registered borrowing vehicle.
Ufuq Rasikh Capital is licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain as a Category 1 Investment Firm. Our primary regulatory and operational home is Bahrain, and we structure our international transactions to align with this foundation.
For sponsors based outside the GCC, we recommend establishing a dedicated GCC-registered entity, either in Bahrain (B.S.C.) or Dubai (DIFC), to serve as the borrowing vehicle. This approach offers several advantages:
- 01
Regulatory alignment.
Lending through a Bahrain- or DIFC-registered entity aligns with our primary license, simplifying compliance and oversight.
- 02
Security enforcement.
Our team's familiarity with GCC courts and legal systems supports efficient perfection and enforcement of security interests.
- 03
Potential tax efficiency.
Interest payments from a GCC entity to a GCC lender may offer tax efficiencies compared with cross-border payments to other jurisdictions, though the specific treatment depends on your home jurisdiction’s tax laws and applicable treaties. We recommend independent tax advice before relying on this as a factor in your decision.
- 04
Transparency.
A registered, regulated borrower provides a clear legal entity for due diligence, compliance, and reporting.
- 05
Scalability.
Once established, the structure can be reused for future transactions.
If you already have a GCC-registered entity in good standing, we are happy to consider it. If you do not, we are pleased to introduce you to reputable local service providers in Bahrain or Dubai to assist with company registration.
The typical timeline for registration is approximately four weeks. Total transaction timelines, from entity formation to funding, generally range from twelve to sixteen weeks, depending on the complexity of due diligence and security arrangements.
Exception Handling
In exceptional circumstances, the Firm may consider lending directly to a non-GCC entity without a GCC borrowing vehicle. Such exceptions require:
- Approval by the Investment Committee
- A demonstrated regulatory or commercial rationale
- Enhanced due diligence
- Engagement of local counsel in the sponsor's jurisdiction
This describes our standard approach. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice, and the specifics of any transaction depend on the sponsor’s circumstances and jurisdiction. We recommend independent legal and tax advice before proceeding.