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4 available 4 • View allThe need for a company to receive payments of services outside the UAE

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Q: I want to run a global e-com business and would not trade in the UAE.
I am living in the UAE for some time and would only receive my international payments in the UAE.
Do I still need to get an e-com license from the UAE?


May 17, 2020
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The requirements and procedures of obtaining a tech start-up license
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Q: Hello,
We are working on launching a start-up in the UAE and we have a couple of legal questions. We would be very grateful to receive feedback on.
We would like to operate as "beta" for the first couple of months to test the market before taking up a license and launch the business officially.
Is there any tolerance for this and what is the legal risk?
Before getting full-time employees, we are thinking to give some missions to freelancers.
Can freelancers operate any kind of job or there are some restrictions?
Are we, as the business, responsible to check their legal status and what is the risk associated?
Can they operate on the mainland even if we cannot (free zone license)?
Thank you in advance.
The UAE start-up to be launched.

Feb 6, 2019
750
Requirements of starting e-commerce business in the UAE
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Q: Hello,
We are a team of entrepreneurs living outside the UAE right now. We want to register an e-commerce store in the UAE.
Our suppliers and buyers are not from the UAE nor we need any physical shop or warehouse.
We also want to affiliate our registered business with local banks in Dubai.
Can you please advise us about all the legal requirements needed for such a business?
Regards,
Mazen Shams

Mar 18, 2019
1012
Can a person bring a product to the UAE using someone else's trading license?
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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Can a person bring a product to the UAE using someone else's trading license and sell it? Or can I make a complaint against such a person?
I believe that person might use another person's billbook to evade this issue. The sellers are on visit visas without a license.
Suggestions, please!

Mar 26, 2024
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Legal blog
3 available 3 • View allWhy is the UAE the Right Place for Your Startup 6
Most entrepreneurs who have ideas for a startup seeking to implement it may face some difficulties in deciding the ideal location, activity, type of license, fees, taxes, among many others. Here are four reasons why the UAE’s thriving start-up scene is the right choice for your business.
Feb 13, 2020
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An 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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The New Law of E-commerce in the UAE 7
The UAE has had tremendous economic development over the last two decades, which can be attributed to the country’s expanding market and large inflow of investments. The demonstrated level of preparedness and equanimity is evident in the legislative framework, characterized by the ongoing and systematic updates of laws. This proactive approach aims to align the legal landscape with the dynamic trajectory of economic advancement, ensuring continual synchronization with the prevailing progress.
Dec 13, 2023
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Laws & Regulations
3 available 3 • 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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Federal Decree-Law No. (46) of 2021 on Electronic Transactions and Trust Services 2
The provisions of this Decree-Law, known as the "New E-commerce Law", govern E-commerce regulations in the United Arab Emirates. The New E-commerce Law repeals the previous UAE E-commerce Law (Federal Law No. (1) of 2006 Concerning Electronic Transactions & Commerce).
Sep 20, 2021
459
Cabinet Resolution No. (28) of 2023 on the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (46) of 2021 on Electronic Transactions and Trust Services 1
Cabinet Resolution No. (28) of 2023 on the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (46) of 2021 on Electronic Transactions and Trust Services
Mar 28, 2023
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I have a Chinese team in a Dubai-based company, they are working in Dubai itself.
Can we exempt them from Dubai national holidays and provide holidays related to China national holidays?
Can you please suggest something?
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What should you do when you get a police call without knowing the reason? 0
I got a call from police yesterday said I should come today to give a statement they didn’t tell me what it’s about.
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Partner's liability while other partners are outside the country 0
My wife is a partner in a civil company in Dubai. The company has 4 partners; 3 of them are out of the country.
The company bought things for AED 50k which was not paid back and now they filed a case.
What will be the liability for my wife? she is not the manager of the company.
What will be my wife's liability for that company?
Feb 4, 2021
515
Filing criminal and civil cases against a company for cheque bounce 0
Hello,
I hope you're all doing well during this tough time.
I have a question in regards to bounced cheques, specifically corporate cheques.
I have a cheque for AED 800,000, and it has bounced. The owner of the corporate has asked for a month to pay back. However, I am worried he will leave the country and not honour his obligation.
My questions are fairly simple:
1) Am I to put a case on the individual who signed it or the corporate?
1) If I put a criminal and civil case on the corporate right now and he's unable to settle amicably, can I put a travel ban on the owner (who signed) as it is a corporate case?
2) Does the new insolvency law as of late 2019 also apply to corporates?
3) Is the owner personally liable if the company doesn't have assets or cash?
May 14, 2020
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Liability of an LLC managing director through a power of attorney 0
Hello,
I would love to ask for advice.
What is the liability of managing director, who is not mentioned on the trade license but has a power of attorney to act on behalf of the owner, sign contracts and documentation, deal with banks and UAE authorities, tax returns...etc?
We are talking about an LLC company in Dubai.
And would you recommend directors and offices liability insurance?
Thank you for your help.
May 8, 2020
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