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In the UAE, economic activity is regulated by individual emirates as well as the Federal Government. In Dubai, the authorities have deliberately sought to create an environment which is well ordered without being unduly restrictive. As a result, Dubai offers businessmen operating conditions that are among the most liberal and attractive in the region.

There are many options open to international companies seeking to establish a business relationship with Dubai. Apart from forming a trading relationship, many companies find that there are distinct advantages in having an on-the-spot presence in order to research market prospects, make contacts, liaise with customers, and see through the details of any transactions and orders secured.

 





 

Dubai offers incoming business all the advantages of a highly developed economy. Among the benefits are:

  • Free enterprise system.
  • Highly developed transport infrastructure.
  • State-of-the-art telecommunications.
  • Sophisticated financial and services sector.
  • Top international exhibition and conference venue.
  • High quality office and residential accommodation.
  • Reliable power, utilities etc.
  • First class hotels, hospitals, schools, shop
  • Cosmopolitan lifestyle
  • No corporate taxes. 
  • No income taxes.
  • No foreign exchange controls.
  • No trade barriers.
  • Competitive import duties (4% with many exemptions).
  • Competitive labour costs.
  • Competitive energy costs.
  • Competitive real estate costs. 
 
Dubai offers foreign companies a wide choice of business options, including:
  • Direct trade - selling directly to established dealers and distributors.
  • Commercial agency arrangements - appointee must be a UAE national or company; agreement to be registered with Ministry of Economy and Commerce.
  • Branch or representative office - 100% foreign ownership permitted; local agent (sponsor) must be appointed; Economic Development Department licence required.
  • Limited liability company - foreign ownership restricted to 49%; Economic Development Department licence required.
  • Special free zone investment incentives. 

Special Investment Incentives 
Dubai's highly successful Jebel Ali Free Zone and new Airport Free Zone provide all the advantages available elsewhere in the emirate, with the following additional benefits:

  • 100% foreign ownership and control.
  • Renewable 15-year guarantee of no taxation.
  • No customs duties.
  • Flexible investment options
  • Efficient transport and distribution facilities.
  • Full administrative and recruitment support. 

Useful Links:
Department of Economic Development http://www.dubaided.gov.ae/main 
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry http://www.dcci.ae/contents.asp?Page=HomePage 
Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority http://www.jafza.co.ae/jafza/index.aspx 
Dubai e-government http://www.dubai.ae/ 
Al Ameen Service http://www.alameen.ae/ 
Department of Ports and Customs http://www.dxbcustoms.gov.ae/ 
Dubai Ports Authority http://www.dpa.co.ae/ 
Real Estate Department http://www.realestate-dubai.gov.ae/ 
Dubai Municipality http://www.dm.gov.ae/ 

For more information on Doing Business in Dubai please visit: http://www.dubaided.gov.ae/main/gn/DoingBusiness/


 
 

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