

Company formation in Dubai and across the UAE — choosing a structure, licensing, costs and the step-by-step setup process.

Abu Dhabi offers a dedicated business licence for UAE citizens who want to earn income through farming, agricultural production and related activities. Known as the Farms and Small Producers Licence,…

Starting a business does not always mean renting an office, hiring employees or investing thousands of dirhams before making your first sale. For Emirati women in Abu Dhabi, the Mobdea License offers…

If you post stock recommendations on Instagram, discuss crypto investments on YouTube or regularly tell your audience whether an asset could rise or fall, UAE regulators may treat you as a financial i…

Getting your Dubai trade licence feels like the finish line. In reality, it is the point where your company starts taking on ongoing responsibilities. There are bank accounts to open, tax registration…

You do not need a business partner to form a company in the UAE. A single natural person or legal person can own an eligible UAE limited liability company. For most commercial activities, foreign inve…

Starting a forex trading company in Dubai involves far more than obtaining a standard commercial licence and opening an office. If your company will accept client orders, execute forex trades, act as…

Dubai has steady demand for residential, retail, hospitality and office interiors, but the licensing side can catch new founders off guard. An interior design studio, an engineering consultancy and an…

An overseas company does not always need to incorporate a new UAE subsidiary to enter the market. If you already operate an established business abroad, opening a foreign branch office in UAE can give…

Business owners often choose Sharjah for direct access to the UAE market without the operating costs of other major commercial locations. A Sharjah mainland company setup lets you establish an onshore…

Choosing office space in Dubai is partly a property decision and partly a licensing decision. The cheapest desk can become expensive if it does not support your business activity, employee visas or li…

Working independently in Dubai does not always mean setting up a full company. If you are a designer, consultant, writer, trainer, photographer, marketing professional or another specialist selling yo…

You do not necessarily need to form a full company, rent an office and hire employees to work independently in Abu Dhabi. If you provide services based mainly on your own professional skills, an Abu D…