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Company registration in the UAE

We recommend considering registering a company in the United Arab Emirates if you are looking for a jurisdiction with access to markets in Asia, Africa and Europe, as well as a wide range of major banks, insurance companies and investment funds.

Prices:

Ajman Media City — from €10 950

International Free Zone Authority — from €18 410

Ajman Freezone Authority — from €12 800

RAK DAO — from €24 950

Company registration timeframe: 1–3 weeks from the date of submission of the full set of documents.

Time required to open a bank account: from 1 month.

What are the benefits of registering a company in Dubai?

opening a bank account at a high street bank

the existence of double taxation agreements

no exchange control requirements

100% foreign-owned

simplified accounting reporting system

restricted register of beneficiaries

Requirements for companies registered in the UAE

1

Registering a business in Dubai begins with obtaining an Emirates ID, the United Arab Emirates’ national identity card. You must be present in person to obtain an Emirates ID.
2

When setting up a business in one of the UAE’s free zones, the business must comply with the permitted activities for that zone.
3

To register a company in Dubai, you must have at least one founder and one director, who may be either individuals or legal entities.

4

Registering a company in a tax-free zone usually takes anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the zone chosen and the type of company. The Emirates carry out thorough checks on the business activities and applicants.
5

The company must have a physical office in Dubai or a rented workspace, as evidenced by a valid lease agreement. The business registration and its physical presence must be supported by utility bills.

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Taxation in Dubai

Taxation is a complex system that depends on the type of business, the company’s place of registration and its status.

Companies in the United Arab Emirates’ free zones are generally exempt from taxation for the entire duration of their license and are not required to pay value added tax (VAT).

However, these companies must comply with all conditions set by the free zone regulators, such as annual audits, income declarations, etc.

Companies registered outside free zones are subject to the UAE’s general tax system. VAT is 5%. Corporation tax is 9%.

The cost of services depends on the region chosen for the business.

Steps involved in registering a company in the UAE

We analyse your situation and determine the nature of the company’s activities.

We select the legal form of the company and the free zone appropriate to the nature of its business.

We check and prepare the necessary documents.

We can help you obtain an Emirates ID.

We submit the company registration request.

Once the company registration in the UAE is complete, we will send you the documentation.

We are preparing the documents to open an account.

Open a bank account or a neobank account.

We can help you obtain a license to operate.

We can provide accounting services if required.

Additional services

charged separately

Emirates ID;
employee work permits;
obtaining a business license;
opening a corporate bank account;
proof of funds;
setting up online banking;
making payments;
financial accounting.

How much does it cost to register a company and open a bank account in the UAE?

The cost of registering a company and opening a bank account in the UAE depends on the chosen zone and type of company. The exact price is calculated on a case-by-case basis, taking into account your business objectives and the bank’s requirements. Please contact us for a free consultation and a detailed cost estimate.

What types of company structures are available for registration in the UAE’s free economic zones?

Several types of legal structures are available in the UAE, including LLCs (limited liability companies), Free Zone Companies (companies registered in a free zone), branches and representative offices. The choice depends on the nature of your business and your objectives; we will provide detailed advice and help you select the most suitable structure for your project.

How can I obtain a registered address for my company if I don’t have an office in the UAE?

Most free economic zones offer a virtual office or workspace rental service, which allows you to obtain a registered address without having to buy or rent a full-scale office. We can help you select and register such an address that fully complies with legal and regulatory requirements.

Cases:

CASE: How to recover frozen $600,000

The client faced a problem with frozen funds in the account of his international company. The bank where the account was held was in the process of liquidation and froze all funds while starting an audit of its clients.

CASE: Forgotten $400,000

Our client decided to completely liquidate his company, established about 10 years ago in Latvia. During the liquidation process and communication with the bank, we discovered that the client had $400,000 in the account for several years — money everyone had forgotten about.