Activities of head offices

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Under the 2025 framework, 7010 is scrutinized for CIGA (Core Income Generating Activities). Auditors will verify if the HQ actually incurs operating expenditures and employs full-time qualified personnel locally, rather than acting as a conduit for a foreign parent's decisions.

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Legal Reference

Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, Article 2, Clause 1(c)

Audit Red Flag

Discrepancy between the 'Place of Effective Management' (POEM) and the physical location of C-suite executives during strategic decision-making cycles.

10 licensable activities under this classification

Banking Representative OfficeExternal approval required

Corporate Services Provider (CSP)No external approval required

Defence & Security Companies’ RepresentationExternal approval required

Goverment Tourist Liaison officeExternal approval required

Government Commercial Liaison Office.External approval required

Management ServicesNo external approval required

Managing OfficeNo external approval required

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