With a multitude of incorporation options and flexible regulations, Dubai caters to start-ups, entrepreneurs, and multinational corporations alike. Furthermore, multiple choices are available for every aspect of company formation in Dubai: budget, licence, location, premises and the Dubai visa. Economic activity is regulated separately in each of the seven emirates, and UAE authorities have created a highly conducive environment to running and operating a business, with superior infrastructure, good governance, and tax benefits. The various incorporation options are:
Onshore
Mainland, or onshore companies, can operate internationally and within the UAE ‘onshore’ market i.e. outside of Free Trade Zones, including contracting with government entities Read More…
LLC
Foreign investors can conduct business through a Limited Liability Company (LLC). LLCs are generally incorporated to carry on trading and other commercial activities, although may now be incorporated for some professional activities Read More…
Branch or Representative Office
A branch of a foreign company is typically set up to carry on professional or services-related activities. A branch is an attractive prospect to some foreign companies as they can retain 100% legal ownership. However, this may have tax implications in their home jurisdiction so taking proper tax advice is crucial Read More…
Professional Service Licence/Civil Company
An Establishment (sole trader) or Civil Company (professional partnership) may be set up by individuals wishing to operate in professional or consultancy-related fields, such as engineers, lawyers, doctors, and/or accountants Read More…
Freezone
The UAE has over 40 specialised free trade zones which offer many advantages to foreign investors, including 100% foreign ownership, exemption from customs duties on imports and re-exports and a 50-year moratorium on corporate taxation Read More…
Financial Zone
Set up in award winning financial zones. There are two main financial freezones – the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) & the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Read More…