Dubai (UAE)

Company Registration • Trade License Free Zone • Emirates ID

Requirements Process Tax System

Business in Dubai (UAE)

Middle East’s Leading Economic Hub

UAE is one of the world's most attractive destinations for business, offering a strategic location between East and West. Companies benefit from a tax-friendly environment, world-class infrastructure, and access to global markets.

Key advantages:

0% Personal Income Tax (No income tax for individuals)
0% Corporate Tax for annual profits up to 375,000 AED (~$100,000)
100% Foreign Ownership (Available in both Free Zones and Mainland)
Competitive tax rates (9% for small businesses)
Residency Visa for the owner, family, and employees (2-year renewable or 10-year Golden Visa)
Currency Stability: The Dirham (AED) has been pegged to the US Dollar for over 20 years.

Registration Requirements

What you need to register a company

LLC (Mainland)

Minimum 1 shareholder (any nationality)
No minimum share capital requirement
Physical or virtual office required
Ability to trade anywhere in the UAE

Free Zone Company

100% foreign ownership
Minimum 1 shareholder
Share capital: from 1 AED
Office in the Free Zone

Documents Required

Passport copies of shareholders and directors
Proposed business activity description
Desired company name (3 options)
Entry permit/Visa copy (if applicable)

Registration Process

We guide you through every step

1

Consultation

Business activity selection and jurisdiction choice (Mainland vs Free Zone)

2

Name & Activity Approval

Initial approval from DED or Free Zone Authority.

3

Document Submission

Drafting the MOA (Memorandum of Association) and signing legal forms.

4

License & Visa

Issuance of Trade License, followed by Establishment Card and Residency Visa processing.

Tax System

Corporate Tax (CIT)

9% standard rate on profits above 375,000 AED. 0% for profits below this threshold.

VAT

5% standard rate. Registration is mandatory if annual turnover exceeds 375,000 AED.

Personal Income Tax

0% — No tax on personal salaries or dividends for individuals.

Double Tax Treaties

UAE has 100+ treaties to avoid double taxation globally

Reporting

Annual financial statements may be required depending on the jurisdiction (Free Zone/Mainland)

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