Opening a company in UAE
UAE is a perfect jurisdiction to conduct international business activity. There are no restrictions and no sanctions. That is the main reason why this country was chosen as the relocation place for many business giants, as well as medium-size companies and small enterprises.
In the modern legal field, UAE is the only jurisdiction that allows international activities to be conducted without any taxes and risks of reshoring. The country provides guarantees and security for businessmen, traders, investors and numerous service providers, participating in international tenders.
Company “Matrix”, which is a part of our group of companies, specializes in company formation. It helps businesses and entrepreneurs to establish their business and operate in UAE. When it comes to large companies, we help to build a whole billing center in UAE, establish logistics and trade centers.
Advantages of companies registered in UAE:
- Absolute financial stability of UAE banks
- No tax or sanction consequences
- Confidentiality of business and income
- Alternative tools to facilitate capital flows
Our company will not only assist you with the company formation, but also will benefit in the future through:
- Business networking
- International tax planning
- Business support
- International business optimization
We provide a wide spectrum of outsourcing services, needed on the company formation stage. We offer complex solutions that include:
- Legal support
- Consulting service
- Accounting support
- Administrative support
| Criteria | Freezone | Mainland |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | 100% ownership for non-residents | A local parent is required, in some cases |
| Business activity restrictions | No restrictions for activities outside of the UAE. You can conduct any activity in the Freezone. Note that selling goods on the market can be done only via distributors | No restrictions for activities outside of the UAE. Activities in the UAE only in a professional company (SE or CC) signed a contract with a local agent who is not among shareholders |
| Regulation & Administration | Freezone acts like a main entity for any interactions with the government institutions (GDFRA, Ministry of Human Resources, Municipalities, etc.) | The main regulator, in this scenario, is the Economic Department in the emirate where the company registered. Direct interactions with municipalities and gov. entities |
| Capital Requirement | Differs from one emirate to another | Varies based on the legal structure of the company |
| Office Space | No obligation to have a physical office space | A physical office space is required of not less than 200 square feet |
| Visa restrictions | Unlimited number of visas | Strict rules and regulations when it comes to visas |
| Company Formation Timeframe | 3-5 working days | 5-10 working days |
