Reasons for choosing the UAE
The list might be endless, so we outlined the main reasons why investing in the United Arab Emirates is beneficial for you. A diverse, expanding economy and investor-friendly government policies are but some of the advantages that attract foreign investors to the country.
Stability
UAE is a perfect model for political stability, which is characterized by peace and justice. Despite the social diversity, tolerance and acceptance makes UAE outstandingly safe. UAE is a leading commercial and trading hub; one of the main economic priorities is to encourage private sector growth, offering perfect opportunities.
Simple business set up
With minimum documentation requirement, Free Zone companies can be set up in as quick as 1-2 business days, where the owner’s presence is not even necessary. Share capital payment is not requisite. Our personal assistance through the whole process saves you time and guarantee maximum satisfaction.
100% foreign ownership
Free zone companies guarantee 100% foreign ownership and 100% repatriation of capital and profits. As of 2020 foreign investors may apply for permission to increase their foreign ownership percentage in LLC companies or form new ones, depending on the sector their businesses are registered in.
Confidentiality
Information about UAE companies’ owners, sharehoders is not public and cannot be disclosed. The United Arab Emirates does not require balance sheets to be published in the central, publicly accessible, companies’ registry. UAE maintains protection of intellectual property rights and trademarks, ensuring investors’ safety.
No corporate tax
Free zone companies are exempt from corporate tax. The UAE strives for creating favorable business environment, free trade zones were established to promote investment activities and to broaden the overall economic and commercial growth of the UAE. They offer highly attractive conditions for carrying on business under the tax-free regime.
No income tax
The UAE offers different kinds of business ownership patterns and tax categories, but no income tax applies for neither a mainland nor for a free zone company shareholder. Therefore the whole business profit can be kept without the obligation to pay any business/income tax to the government.
0-5% VAT
0% VAT applies for companies exporting goods or services. No VAT for trading between two free zone companies. It is not mandatory to register for VAT for businesses whose Annual Turnover is less than AED 187,500 per year. 5% VAT is implemented for domestic trading activities above an Annual Turnover of AED 375,000 per year.
No bookkeeping
No bookkeeping, no financial audits, no annual audits are applicable for free zone companies, which means a significant ease for company owners. It is only mandatory for businesses that register for VAT.
Growing market
The dynamic growth of UAE’s economy is a proof of success of the framework offered for businesses. The investment capitals flocking to the country are devoted to the implementation of further large-scale projects that guarantee development. There is a significant increase in the volumes of import, export and re-export.
World-class infrastructure
The UAE provides state-of-the-art infrastructural facilities in all fields, ensuring that foreign investors face completely smooth business set up and operation. UAE provides world class infrastructure and amenities in terms of business parks, office spaces, warehousing, transportation, connectivity, and utilities.
Legal framework
The UAE’s regulations aim for smooth and fair conducting of businesses, the legal procedures are fast-tracked. There is minimal to no paperwork required and licensing and registration procedure is very simple. The UAE Business environment is currently ranked as one of the most favorable in the world.
Strategic location
The UAE is blessed with a strategic location between the East and West, Europe and Asia, offering easy access and global connectivity to all the leading international transport hubs, thus providing the opportunity of effective and cost-saving ways of import-export activities.