Our Corporate and Commercial Law Firm department has a steady growing client base that includes local and international companies, from global multinationals to SMEs and start-ups.
The UAE with its strategic position in the Middle East offers an excellent opportunity for foreign companies to setup and tap into the region’s market of approximately 2 billion people. Many successful multinationals have already established themselves here and there is greater potential for development as is witnessed by the recent economic boom in the region. Professing a beneficial zero tax policy, the business culture is multinational and the growth potential is unlike in any other place.
However, to succeed in the UAE market, companies need to carefully consider their initial set up options. As such, in order to setup a physical presence in the UAE, it is necessary that the entity have a registered trade license with the appropriate government body.
There are three jurisdictions in the UAE in which an entity may be set up:
(a) Mainland or “onshore”,
(b) One of the over 40 free zones in the UAE, and
(c) An offshore jurisdiction.
As such, the choice of a legal form is an important consideration while setting up in the UAE as each legal form has its limitations and advantages. Depending on the type of business activity envisaged by our clients, we provide thorough advice on the most suitable solution and accompany our clients step by step through the process of company registration and setup in the UAE.
What we offer
- Formation of Limited Liability Companies, Branch Office, Representative Office and Subsidiary Companies in UAE Free Zones and in Mainland.
- Arranging reliable local sponsors (UAE Nationals) for mainland companies.
- Formation of offshore companies in RAKICC & JAFZA.
- Assistance with residency visas and opening of bank accounts in UAE.
- Virtual office
- Drafting of MOA and other legal agreements
Apart from the above, we also offer the partnership to sustain businesses, along with acquiring the tactical advantages to stay ahead in the competitive global market of today.
