One of the most prestigious free zones in Dubai, DAFZA has become a world-class hub for in-demand business services to consumers all over the world. The Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) is situated next to the Dubai International Airport, offering a business-friendly environment, fast clearance, and paperwork processing, and innovative services to adapt to the […]
Company formation & Licensing
Got a great idea for a new startup? Dubai tourism is giving away Dhs100,000 in new Futurism Programme competition
Spearheaded by the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), the six-week, zero-equity accelerator programme taps into the creative startup community by inviting tech start-ups to the industry. Aspiring businessmen from around the world will have the opportunity to participate in a competition and win Dh100,000 to help launch their business. Yousuf Lootah, executive director […]
Company Formation in Dubai
Dubai offers a wide range of options for setting up your company. Over 2,000 business activities in different sectors are available at the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), which is the licensing authority for Dubai mainland companies. Recently, the DED has implemented various initiatives to help startups and entrepreneurs set up a company in […]
Start-up tips for holding intellectual property using an ADGM SPV
Did you know that you can use an ADGM SPV to hold Intellectual Property? Many companies, especially startups, do not recognize the critical importance that their IP has in their businesses. What they don’t realize is a failure to do so can result in competition copying the same and even worse, registering the IP in […]
How to apply for a Professional License in Dubai Mainland
The cost of a Professional License in Dubai starts from AED 25,000 and depends on the activity chosen, and office space that the company rents. The main feature of a Professional Company is that 100% foreign shareholding is permissible (very few exceptions); however, this form of a company can be formed only by an individual […]
What are the next steps after you have set up your company in Dubai?
Watch this video to know the eight important steps you need to take to secure your business once your Dubai License is obtained. SOURCE
Eight simple steps to establish your business in Dubai
Dubai offers a lot of opportunities and in an effort to attract more investments the Dubai Economic Development (DED) aims to work on its vision to support business owners set up their company and expand their operations with quick and easy processes and administration. Watch this video and find out eight simple ways to set […]
The UAE Economic Substance Regulations have just been released!
These Regulations, that were imminent from some time, define Relevant Entities as those carrying out specific activities, and the requirements that these entities need to comply with in order to demonstrate economic substance. This is required for entities that wish to claim relief under Double Taxation Avoidance Treaties, or DTAAs. Watch the video to know […]
DMCC makes business set-up more simple and affordable with exclusive discount offers for JLT residents
The world’s leading free zone for commodities trade and enterprise, DMCC has given an exclusive offer on setting up a company for residents in the Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) community. Starting June, JLT residents qualify for a 40 percent reduced rate when registering a new company, said a statement from the organisation. DMCC’s chief operating officer, […]
UAE’s non-oil private sector expands business activity due to strong market demand, increase purchasing and new projects
The UAE Purchasing Managers’ Index, a measure to see the operating conditions in the non-oil private sector economy, recorded its third monthly increase in May. The PMI rose from 57.6 in April to 59.4 in May. Companies responded to the expansions in business activity and near-record-high new orders by increasing purchasing activity sharply, but employment was […]