Start a business in Dubai — legally.
Tax-first strategy for entrepreneurs, NRIs, and international founders. Mainland, Free Zone, and Offshore — structured for compliance from day one.
Three legal paths
Onshore DED license — full UAE market access.
- UAE market access
- No restriction on business activity
- Government contracts eligible
40+ options including DMCC, IFZA, DSO.
- 100% foreign ownership
- Tax incentives within zone
- Simplified compliance
RAK ICC, JAFZA Offshore — for holding structures.
- Asset protection
- International holding company use
- No physical presence required
Services we cover
Trade License
Issuance, activity selection, and renewal calendars.
Corporate Banking
UAE bank account opening for the new entity.
Visa & Residency
Investor and employee visa processing.
VAT Compliance
Registration, filing, and recovery workflows.
ESR Setup
Economic Substance Regulations for relevant activities.
Corporate Tax Structure
9% UAE corporate tax planning and qualifying-income carve-outs.
Ready to set up?
Open the Dubai desk for a structured intake call. We'll recommend the best entity type based on your business, tax residency, and remittance needs.
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