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Your Gateway to Success in UAE's Thriving Business Landscape

The numerous benefits offered by the UAE make it an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and businesses. The UAE boasts a strategic location, serving as a gateway between East and West, a business-friendly environment with zero or low taxation, including no personal income tax and, in many free zones, no corporate tax.

The country’s diverse economy, robust infrastructure, advanced technology, and modern logistics systems support efficient operations. Incentives such 100% foreign ownership in certain sectors, the growth opportunities and flexibility are attracting  international investors in record numbers.

$30.69 billion

The value of foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to the UAE, ranking 2nd globaly.

6.7% Increase

Forecasted Economy growth in 2025, driven by strong non-oil sector performance and diversification efforts.

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Business Set Up Options in the UAE

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Private Joint Stock Company

A Private Joint Stock Company (PJSC) in the UAE is a business structure designed for larger enterprises, allowing up to 50 shareholders to pool capital while keeping ownership private and shares non-tradeable on public exchanges.

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Representative Office of a Foreign Company

A Representative Office of a Foreign Company in the UAE is a business structure that allows an overseas company to establish a presence for non-commercial purposes, such as market research, promotion, or client liaison, without engaging in direct sales or profit-generating activities.

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Public Joint Stock Company

A Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC) in the UAE is a business structure tailored for large-scale enterprises, allowing an unlimited number of shareholders to invest by offering shares publicly on stock exchanges like the Dubai Financial Market or Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

Company Formation in UAE

How to Set Up Your Company in The United Arab Emirates

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Determine the Nature of Your Business Activity

There are more than 2,000 economic activities in the UAE, Economic licenses can include several economic activities, and the nature of the company’s activity determines the type of license that will be issued.

Determine Your Company’s Legal Structure

The legal structure of a company depends on the nature and requirements of the business. It defines the laws and regulations to which companies have to adhere to.

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Register The Trade Name

The trade name is the name of the company, which must be unique and not be similar to the name of any other registered company. You can apply for a trade name through the chosen emirate’s Department of Economic Development either on its website or smart application, or in person.

Choose Your Business Location

All businesses in the UAE must have a physical address to operate from. The company premises and location must comply with requirements specified by the emirate’s Department of Economic Development, as well as zoning policies and regulations of local municipalities or other competent authorities.

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Apply for Government Approvals

In some cases, additional approvals from government entities governing certain business activities are required. The approving entity will be dependant upon the business activity.

Mandatory Registrations

Where required, register Your Company with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

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Saudi Arabia’s transformation into a global business hub is no secret to executives keeping an eye on the Middle East. With Vision 2030 driving economic diversification and innovation, the Kingdom is hosting an array of impactful Saudi events that offer unparalleled opportunities for business leaders and entrepreneurs. 

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For business leaders and executives eyeing opportunities in the Saudi economy, participating in Saudi government tenders can unlock significant growth potential. With Vision 2030 driving ambitious Giga projects and economic diversification, the Kingdom offers a wealth of contracts for companies ready to navigate its procurement landscape.

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The Saudi business landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. The latest signal, Saudi unemployment dropped to a historic low of 7 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024—a milestone achieved five years ahead of the Vision 2030 schedule.

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