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11 available 11 • View allSetting up a tourist business in Dubai

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Q: Hello!
What are the requirements, government expenses and lawyer fees for a foreigner to open a company in Dubai (and alternatively in one of the free zones)?
Are there any special licensing issues/expenses that we need to be made aware of if the main activity of the company is Tourism?


Feb 10, 2017
464
Setting up contracting firm in Dubai
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Q: I'm interested in starting a contracting firm (B class or C class contractor) in Dubai.
What will be the approximate cost for the same and what documents do I need to proceed?

Feb 10, 2017
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Can a free zone company open its branch in another free zone?
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Q: I'm a partner in a UAE free zone company with telecommunications trade license.
Can I open my 100% ownership firm with the same telecommunications trade license in another free zone in the UAE?
Kindly advise. If not, then what is the way out?
Thank you

Oct 4, 2017
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Special POA for opening a representative office abroad

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Q: Good Morning,
We are a UAE registered company and we are opening a representative office in the Republic of Belarus.
For that, we need special POA. Could you assist us with that?
Thanks and regards,
Rania +971567788780


Mar 19, 2018
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The legal requirements for company formation in the UAE
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Q: Hello Mr Hari
I want to start a business in the UAE.
What are the legal requirements & options given by the UAE government for NRI to start a business in their country?

Sep 27, 2018
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عقد سنوي لتقديم الخدمات القانونية لشركة مقاولات



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س: كم تكلفة عقد سنوي لشركة مقاولات بحيث يشمل هذا العقد القضايا (المدنية والجزائية والعمالية) وأيضًا قضايا تحصيل الديون؟
علمًا بأن حجم القضايا يترواح بين (5 إلى 10 قضايا)
ولكم جزيل الشكر!




Apr 21, 2020
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Legal requirements for starting a hair salon in the UAE


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Q: Hello
Actually, I want to start a Gents Salon in Dubai
So which company will be better for doing all formalities like the sponsor, license... etc.?
Also, can I get any loan for this business from any bank in Dubai/ UAE?



Jan 10, 2021
4765
The minimum age for being a company shareholder
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Q: My son is 16 years old. Can I execute my trading company to him or make him a sponsor?

Mar 11, 2021
706
Can a foreign company owner provide consultancy in the UAE without a license?
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Q: I am a consultant under a single-person US LLC.
Can I work for the UAE mainland and/or free zone companies through this foreign company while living in the UAE under a residence permit acquired through the residency through a real estate investment program?

Aug 11, 2021
434
What are the requirements to start a car sharing application in Dubai?
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Q: Hi,
We are looking to start a peer-to-peer car-sharing business (through an application) in Dubai.
Hence we wanted to understand if this has been regulated.
What are the implications?
What are the key things to consider?

Jul 10, 2023
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What are the certifications and training required fordoing business in interior design?
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Q: What are all the mandatory certifications and training required for the organization and also workers for the company doing business like Architectural and Interior Design, Fit-out, and Furniture Supply and Installation in UAE?

Aug 30, 2024
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Legal blog
6 available 6 • View allAn Overview of the Legal Framework for Entrepreneurs in the UAE 4
Over the years the UAE has become a centre of trade and commerce for the Middle East, thanks to its strategic location, excellent connectivity and extensive services to assist with all aspects of business. According to the World Bank's 2016 report, the UAE has ranked 31st in the global index of ease of doing business. This encourages more entrepreneurs to set up different kinds of business entities in the country.
Mar 14, 2017
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Legal Aspects of Company Incorporations in the UAE 5
Sometimes this seems very simple to incorporate a company in the UAE, however, investors must seek professional advice before taking this important business decision to avoid any future legal implications.
Nov 1, 2016
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إدارة شركة التوصية البسيطة في قانون الشركات الإماراتي 6
شركة التوصية البسيطة هي الشركة التي تتكون من شريك متضامن أو أكثر يكونون مسؤولين شخصياً وبالتضامن عن التزامات الشركة ويكتسبون صفة التاجر، ومن شريكٍ موصٍ أو أكثر لا يكونون مسؤولين عن التزامات الشركة إلا بمقدار حصتهم في رأس المال ولا يكتسبون صفة التاجر. فالشريك المتضامن مسؤول في جميع أمواله عن التزامات الشركة.
Apr 16, 2020
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100% Foreign Ownership of Companies in the UAE 12
The UAE government has announced important changes to the federal Commercial Companies Law, the most significant is related to the foreign ownership of mainland companies. This will grant foreign investors the full ownership of share capital in companies carrying out certain activities specified to that effect by the competent authorities. This means that foreign investors’ shares will not be limited anymore to a maximum of 49% like before, but can be up to 100% instead.
Jun 13, 2021
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Amendments to the UAE Company Law 2
An interview-format article covering the topic of the amendments to the company law in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
May 24, 2021
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Procedures of Company Formation in the UAE 2
The different Emirates in the UAE have different requirements and procedures for obtaining business licenses. To register your entity, you need to follow steps and obtain approvals from the Department of Economic Development and other relevant authorities.
Oct 2, 2023
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Laws & Regulations
1 available 1 • View allFederal Law No. (2) of 2015 On Commercial Companies 15
The provisions of this Law apply to the commercial companies established in the UAE and the foreign companies that have established in the UAE a base to conduct any activity therein or established a branch or representative office. The Law abrogates Federal Law No. (8) of 1984 Concerning Commercial Companies.
Mar 25, 2015
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In 2013, the UAE imposed a permanent ban on me for health reasons because there were scars on my chest. I did my medical examination again in my home country and there was no issue now.
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Traveling to GCC countries after being deported from the UAE 0
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How to know if I have a ban for resigning before finishing probation to return to the UAE 0
Hi Mr. Younis,
Hope you doing good.
I see a lot of amazing replies from you where you give a clear picture of what needs to be done next. I would like to thank you for this support.
In my case, I am working with a private company called [----]. I have to leave the country and go back to my hometown due to an emergency on an immediate basis.
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إمكانية ضم المحضون لوالدته في الإمارات بعد سفره مع أبيه إلى سوريا 0
السلام عليكم،
أنا متزوجة منذ ٦ سنوات في الإمارات ولدي طفل عمره ٤ سنوات. طلب مني والده أن يأخذه إلى المول كي يلعب وذهب به إلى سوريا.
أريد أن أحصل على حكم محكمة بضم المحضون وحكم نفقة، وأريد أن أتأكد هل فعلاً يوجد قانون أو اتفاقية بين البلدين بهذا الشأن؟
Jun 2, 2022
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How to get a divorce and split a joint property after I caught my husband cheating on me? 0
My husband and I are Romanian. We got married in Seychelles and live in Dubai. We own an apartment we bought one year ago.
I caught my husband using prostitutes. I have proof of it as entry logs to my apartment when I was at work, many girls have visited.
I want a divorce. Can my husband claim the apartment as it's jointly in our name?
Can he get into trouble for using prostitutes in Dubai?
Jun 4, 2022
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