Business Without a Sponsor in Dubai: 100% Foreign Ownership Guide 2026
Can you run a business in Dubai without a local sponsor? Yes — since 2021. This 2026 guide covers the 3 sponsor-free setup paths, activities still restricted, LSA vs sponsor explained, and the new Corporate Citizenship Law advantages.
Minimum Capital for Company Formation in UAE 2026: Free Zone vs Mainland
Quick answer Free zones require AED 1,000–AED 50,000; mainland LLCs require AED 300,000 stated capital. — Neither requires upfront bank deposit for standard company structures. Free Zone Establishment (FZE): AED 1,000–AED 10,000 minimum with no bank proof needed Mainland LLC (Dubai): AED 10,000–AED 300,000 depending on activity; paper declaration only Offshore companies (RAK ICC / […]
Dubai Freelance Visa Processing Time 2026: Step-by-Step Timeline
Quick answer Dubai freelance visa processing takes 15–25 working days for standard permits, 20–35 for Green Visa. — End-to-end timeline from decision to visa-in-hand is typically 4–8 weeks including document prep and Emirates ID. Inside UAE: 3–5 weeks total; outside UAE: 5–8 weeks due to entry permit requirement Green Visa requires AED 360,000/year minimum income; […]
Business Tax in UAE 2026: Corporate Tax, VAT & What Every Business Must Know
Business tax in UAE 2026 explained — corporate tax (0% vs 9%), Small Business Relief deadline, free zone QFZP rules, VAT obligations, and the 2026 compliance checklist for mainland and free zone businesses.
Renew Trade License Dubai 2026: Cost AED 8K-15K & 5 Steps
Updated 2026-05-18 for 2026. How much does it cost to renew a trade license in Dubai (2026)? Renewing a trade license in Dubai in 2026 costs AED 8,000-15,000 for most mainland (DED) licences and AED 6,000-15,000 for free zone licences, depending on activity and office type. The renewal must be completed before the licence expiry […]