One of the tasks on the checklist after having set up your new business in the UAE is to get your corporate bank account. This task is no more arduous here in the UAE than it is in the rest of the world, as the UAE is home to a large number of highly reputable...
One of the most commonly questions asked by entrepreneurs looking to set up a company in the UAE for the first time is whether they are legally required to have a local partner or not. While the short answer to that question is no, there is more to the story. Across...
Hiring in the UAE comes with its own unique set of challenges in the form of standard work contracts, labour law understanding, different stipulations depending on the types of employment contracts offered, and whether or not your business operates from within a free...
As a general rule, the insurance needs of any small business can be split into three categories: Employees, assets and liabilities. Within these categories are a number of different provisions – some that are suitable for all and others that are only necessary for...
Finding the ideal office space in the UAE for your company can seem challenging. Not only are there a wide array of factors you need to consider when making your choice – such as location, price, included licences or services, and so on – but there are also several...
While the technical, administrative, and financial aspects of setting up a business in the UAE can seem overwhelming, with the right support, the process is far more straightforward than you might think. In this guide we take a look at the list of to do's as well as...
There are many ways to set up a business here in the UAE. One of the most popular routes for foreign entrepreneurs – particularly those looking to retain 100% ownership – is by opening a branch office of an existing company. In this guide we take a closer look at the...
The first UAE free zone opened in the 1980s, setting the framework for the many that followed, and today there are more than 50 free zones across the UAE. Some of the most well known include Fujairah Creative City Free Zone, Ajman Free Zone, Dubai Multi Commodities...
Once your business is up and running in the UAE and you, as the business owner, have your residence visa, you are then in a position to get a UAE residence visa for a family member or members, or those you hire for your household (for example, maid, driver, or nanny)....