United Arab Emirates

Tax Haven Dubai

denationalize.me does not just offer a complete package for founding a company in the USA and Romania, but also directly in the United Arab Emirates, so that you can add this country to your flag collection – be it for companies, employees, residency, or as a playground!

Dubai offers the following advantages:

  • No direct taxation
  • Sales tax (VAT) of 5% (only GCC states)
  • Entry only once every 180 days (1x per year Golden Visa)
  • But: Tax Certificate after 183 days
  • Apartment not required
  • Relatively many and good DTAs (not with Germany and USA)
  • Minimal bureaucracy, in most cases no accounting
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United Arab Emirates

Tax Haven Dubai

denationalize.me does not just offer a complete package for founding a company in the USA and Romania, but also directly in the United Arab Emirates, so that you can add this country to your flag collection – be it for companies, employees, residency, or as a playground!

Dubai offers the following advantages:

  • No direct taxation
  • Sales tax (VAT) of 5% (only GCC states)
  • Entry only once every 180 days (1x per year Golden Visa)
  • But: Tax Certificate after 183 days
  • Apartment not required
  • Relatively many and good DTAs (not with Germany and USA)
  • Minimal bureaucracy, in most cases no accounting
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Our Dubai Service

Founding under the Sun

denationalize.me offers the following service:

  • Company Foundation
  • Company Foundation with US LLC
  • Visa Service
  • Business Bank Account
  • Personal Bank Account
  • VIP Service
  • Accounting for your Dubai Company
  • Booking of a Trustee Director
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Our Dubai Service

Founding under the Sun

denationalize.me offers the following service:

  • Company Foundation
  • Company Foundation with US LLC
  • Visa Service
  • Business Bank Account
  • Personal Bank Account
  • VIP Service
  • Accounting for your Dubai Company
  • Booking of a Trustee Director
Download Process Details
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Webinar

Watch the Staatenlos webinar (German with English subtitles) about Dubai company foundation to learn about the details regarding terms, local partners, process, etc. Additionally, our followers asked interesting questions that can help you with you foundation planning.

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Webinar

Watch the Staatenlos webinar (German with English subtitles) about Dubai company foundation to learn about the details regarding terms, local partners, process, etc. Additionally, our followers asked interesting questions that can help you with you foundation planning.

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Additional denationalize.me Videos about Dubai

In addition to our webinar, you can find videos (German with English subtitles) on our YouTube channel where Christoph answers community questions about Dubai:

What do you need to take into consideration when relocating your business to Dubai?

What makes Dubai an exciting country for immigration?

Can you remain registered in Germany while legally operating a company overseas – e.g. in Dubai?

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Additional denationalize.me Videos about Dubai

In addition to our webinar, you can find videos (German with English subtitles) on our YouTube channel where Christoph answers community questions about Dubai:

What do you need to take into consideration when relocating your business to Dubai?

What makes Dubai an exciting country for immigration?

Can you remain registered in Germany while legally operating a company overseas – e.g. in Dubai?

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denationalize.me Blog Articles about Company Foundation

We wrote an article as an introduction to the topic Company Foundation in Dubai. In this post we address the differences between Freezone and Mainland companies, and explain when it makes sense to found a US LLC at the same time.

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denationalize.me Blog Articles about Company Foundation

We wrote an article as an introduction to the topic Company Foundation in Dubai. In this post we address the differences between Freezone and Mainland companies, and explain when it makes sense to found a US LLC at the same time.

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Life in Dubai

Maybe security is the most important factors for you. Dubai is one of the safest cities in the world. In general, there is very low to no crime in the UAE. The people are always willing to help and will even bring a forgotten purse or wallet straight back home to you.

Additionally, the school and education system is one of the best and most reputable in the world. All of these factors make the UAE a very attractive and safe location.

About 85% of the residents are foreigners. Dubai is by far the largest city of the UAE and for many the most attractive as well. A multitude of international organizations are located in Dubai, and combined with the personal tax freedom, this attracts many expats.

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Life in Dubai

Maybe security is the most important factors for you. Dubai is one of the safest cities in the world. In general, there is very low to no crime in the UAE. The people are always willing to help and will even bring a forgotten purse or wallet straight back home to you.

Additionally, the school and education system is one of the best and most reputable in the world. All of these factors make the UAE a very attractive and safe location.

About 85% of the residents are foreigners. Dubai is by far the largest city of the UAE and for many the most attractive as well. A multitude of international organizations are located in Dubai, and combined with the personal tax freedom, this attracts many expats.

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City of Extremes

Dubai sets the stage for some of the most interesting construction projects of all time, like the Burj Khalifa or the artificial island groups The Palms and The World.

While some of the more recent projects have highlighted the limits of what is possible and reasonable, it is safe to say that the UAE will remain ambitious in all of its endeavors.

Of course the attractiveness of a country or city depends on personal preferences, but no one can consider the Emirates boring by any means. Apart from some limitations, the UAE offers a life with western standards and comforts.

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City of Extremes

Dubai sets the stage for some of the most interesting construction projects of all time, like the Burj Khalifa or the artificial island groups The Palms and The World.

While some of the more recent projects have highlighted the limits of what is possible and reasonable, it is safe to say that the UAE will remain ambitious in all of its endeavors.

Of course the attractiveness of a country or city depends on personal preferences, but no one can consider the Emirates boring by any means. Apart from some limitations, the UAE offers a life with western standards and comforts.

Want to Found a Company in Dubai
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The Foundation Process

  1. Local Consultation with the Team – development of process and travel plan
  2. Our Offer – questionnaire (UBO, Economic Substance, passport copy and photo)
  3. Your Agreement – customer confirmation, submission of documentation, invoice payment
  4. Let’s Go – confirmation of immigration visa, local presence for obtaining residency

Please note that we can only start the process once your payment has been confirmed because we have to pay local authorities first.

Do you have questions about founding a company in Dubai? Then contact us via email.

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The Foundation Process

  1. Local Consultation with the Team – development of a process and travel plan
  2. Our Offer – Questionnaire (UBO, Economic Substance, passport copy and photo)
  3. Your Agreement – Customer confirmation, submission of documentation, invoice payment
  4. Let’s Go – Confirmation immigration visa, local presence for obtaining residency

Please note that we can only start the process once your payment has been confirmed because we have to pay local authorities first.

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Dubai Standard Service

This is our Standard Service:

  • Company Foundation without Visa: 5,000 USD
  • Company Foundation with Visa: 7,000 USD
  • Every additional Visa: +2,000 USD
  • Business Bank Account: 4,000 USD (accelerated process)
  • Personal Bank Account: 500 USD
  • Accounting: from 150 USD
  • Trustee Director: from 8,400 USD (if you do not want to live in Dubai)
  • Company Foundation with Visa and Business Bank Account: 13,000 USD
  • Mainland Company: from 13,000 USD (depending on business activity) – with accounting and not anonymous
Dubai Company Foundation without Visa
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa
Dubai Business Bank Account
Dubai Personal Bank Account
Dubai Accounting
Dubai Accounting (challenging)
Dubai Trustee Director
Dubai Mainland Company Foundation
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa and Bank Account
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Dubai Standard Service

This is our Standard Service:

  • Company Foundation without Visa: 5,000 USD
  • Company Foundation with Visa: 7,000 USD
  • Every additional Visa: +2,000 USD
  • Business Bank Account: 4,000 USD (accelerated process)
  • Personal Bank Account: 500 USD
  • Accounting: from 150 USD
  • Trustee Director: from 8,400 USD (if you do not want to live in Dubai)
  • Company Foundation with Visa and Business Bank Account: 13,000 USD
  • Mainland Company: from 13,000 USD (depending on business activity) – with accounting and not anonymous
Dubai Company Foundation without Visa
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa
Dubai Business Bank Account
Dubai Personal Bank Account
Dubai Accounting
Dubai Accounting (challenging)
Dubai Trustee Director
Dubai Mainland Company Foundation
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa and Bank Account
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Dubai VIP Service

This is our VIP Service:

  • VIP Visa: 3,000 USD
  • VIP Company Foundation with Visa: 9,500 USD
  • VIP Company Foundation with Visa and USA LLC: 11,000 USD

With our VIP Service the entire process is smoother, more comfortable, and faster!

Dubai Visa VIP Service
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa VIP Service
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Dubai VIP Service

This is our VIP Service:

  • VIP Visa: 3,000 USD
  • VIP Company Foundation with Visa: 9,500 USD
  • VIP Company Foundation with Visa and USA LLC: 11,000 USD
  • VIP Company Foundation with Visa and Business Bank Account: 12,500 USD
  • VIP Mainland Company: from 13,000 USD (depending on business activity) – with accounting and not anonymous

With our VIP Service the entire process is smoother, more comfortable, and faster!

Dubai Visa VIP Service
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa VIP Service
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa and USA LLC VIP Service
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Visa Options in Dubai

  • Sponsoring by your own company/payment of yearly license: 3 years
  • Remote Work Visa for max. 1 year (5k USD monthly income)
  • Golden Visa: 10 years, no entry every 6 months
    • Real Estate: 2M AED Investment (555k USD)
    • Company with 1M in revenue
    • Company Sale 7M AED
    • Various other professional categories
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Visa Options in Dubai

  • Sponsoring by your own company/payment of yearly license: 3 years
  • Remote Work Visa for max. 1 year (5k USD monthly income)
  • Golden Visa: 10 years, no entry every 6 months
    • Real Estate: 2M AED Investment (555k USD)
    • Company with 1M in revenue
    • Company Sale 7M AED
    • Various other professional categories
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa
Mainland Company vs. Freezone Company

Advantages of a Mainland Company (LLC)

  • Still no corporate income tax; but the UAE is considering to introduce 9% tax for companies with yearly net profits of 100k USD (375k AED). The planned starting date was 01.06.2023 → but this may be moved to 2024
  • 100% ownership possible
  • Business relations possible within UAE
  • Better reputation with banks and business partners compared to Freezone companies
  • No income tax when UAE resident
  • No payment of nominal capital necessary
  • No limitations for visa eligibility
Dubai Mainland Company Foundation VIP Service
Mainland Company vs. Freezone Company

Advantages of a Mainland Company (LLC)

  • Still no corporate income tax; but the UAE is considering to introduce 9% tax for companies with yearly net profits of 100k USD (375k AED). The planned starting date was 01.06.2023 → but this may be moved to 2024
  • 100% ownership possible
  • Business relations possible within UAE
  • Better reputation with banks and business partners compared to Freezone companies
  • No income tax when UAE resident
  • No payment of nominal capital necessary
  • No limitations for visa eligibility
Dubai Mainland Company Foundation VIP Service
Mainland Company vs. Freezone Company

Advantages of a Freezone Company

  • No corporate income or business tax
  • No tax withholding
  • No income tax when UAE resident
  • No public trade registry (complete anonymity on corporate level)
  • 100% foreign ownership possible
  • In most cases there is no sales tax due, but input tax can be deducted with reference to Mainland
  • No year-end accounting
  • Very manageable or no accounting duties
  • No trade barriers or quotas
  • Simple guidelines for import and export
  • Simple licensing process
  • Liberal workers terms
  • Fast foundation process
Dubai Company Foundation with Visa VIP Service
Mainland Company vs. Freezone Company

Advantages of a Freezone Company

  • No corporate income or business tax
  • No tax withholding
  • No income tax when UAE resident
  • No public trade registry (complete anonymity on corporate level)
  • 100% foreign ownership possible
  • In most cases there is no sales tax due, but input tax can be deducted with reference to Mainland
  • No year-end accounting
  • Very manageable or no accounting duties
  • No trade barriers or quotas
  • Simple guidelines for import and export
  • Simple licensing process
  • Liberal workers terms
  • Fast foundation process
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Time Frame – Mainland Company

  • Visa Process: 12+ business days
  • VIP Visa Process: 5 business days
  • Initiation of Local Foundation: 1-2 business days
  • Trade License for Visa: 2-3 business days
  • Visa Status Change, Approval of E-Visa: 2-3 business days
  • PCR Test & Medical Check: up to 48h
  • Emirates ID Application and Fingerprints: 1-2 weeks
  • VIP Emirates ID application and fingerprints: 5-10 business days
  • Visa Stamping: 3-5 business days
  • VIP Visa Stamping: 24h
  • Personal Bank Account: 2-8 weeks
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Time Frame – Mainland Company

  • Visa Process: 12+ business days
  • VIP Visa Process: 5 business days
  • Initiation of Local Foundation: 1-2 business days
  • Trade License for Visa: 2-3 business days
  • Visa Status Change, Approval of E-Visa: 2-3 business days
  • PCR Test & Medical Check: up to 48h
  • Emirates ID Application and Fingerprints: 1-2 weeks
  • VIP Emirates ID application and fingerprints: 5-10 business days
  • Visa Stamping: 3-5 business days
  • VIP Visa Stamping: 24h
  • Personal Bank Account: 2-8 weeks
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Time Frame – Freezone Company

  • Visa Process: 12+ business days
  • VIP Visa Process: 2-3 business days
  • Initiation of Foundation (remote): 2-3 weeks
  • PCR Test & Medical Check: up to 48h
  • Emirates ID Application and Fingerprints: 1-2 weeks
  • VIP Emirates ID application and fingerprints: 5-10 business days
  • Visa Stamping: 3-5 business days
  • VIP Visa Stamping: 24h
  • Personal Bank Account: 2-8 weeks
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Time Frame – Freezone Company

  • Visa Process: 12+ business days
  • VIP Visa Process: 2-3 business days
  • Initiation of Foundation (remote): 2-3 weeks
  • PCR Test & Medical Check: up to 48h
  • Emirates ID Application and Fingerprints: 1-2 weeks
  • VIP Emirates ID application and fingerprints: 5-10 business days
  • Visa Stamping: 3-5 business days
  • VIP Visa Stamping: 24h
  • Personal Bank Account: 2-8 weeks
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Consulting

Normal rates apply for consultations with Christoph, Daniel, and the team. 1,000 USD can be deducted when you actually found a company in Dubai with us.

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Consulting

Normal rates apply for consultations with Christoph, Daniel, and the team. 1,000 USD can be deducted when you actually found a company in Dubai with us.

Book Consultation with Christoph
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