Karen Ursola is a Business Setup Advisor at EZONE, guiding founders through UAE company formation and licensing.
Explore the UAE’s 2025 Startup Campaign — new incentives, funding, and visa benefits that empower founders to launch and grow successful startups. The UAE is driving one of the most ambitious startup efforts anywhere in the world — a unified strategy that merges policy, funding, and talent under one vision. Launched in 2025 under the […]
Discover how to set up a business in Dubai from the UK in 2025. Step-by-step guide on company setup, costs, visas & tax benefits — start your UAE business easily! Dubai is synonymous with ambition, innovation, and an unrivaled environment for international entrepreneurship. In 2025, more UK citizens are relocating or expanding their businesses to […]
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Masdar City Free Zone, officially allowing companies registered there to own freehold property in Dubai. This follows similar agreements with ADGM, RAKICC, UAQ Free Trade Zone, and Ajman Free Zone. If you’re operating in a UAE free zone and have always thought […]
This in‑depth guide walks you through the essentials of obtaining a Commercial License in Dubai in 2025 Most people think getting a Dubai commercial license is just a checklist: fill out forms, pay fees, and wait for approval. But here’s the truth: if you approach it that way, you’re already at a disadvantage. For entrepreneurs, […]
Thinking of starting your business in Dubai or the UAE? There’s a reason so many expats choose this destination for its swift setup, attractive tax advantages, and access to a booming market. However, before you jump in, it’s important to realize: Setting up isn’t as complicated as it may seem, but it’s far from a […]
Here’s a roadmap of essential legal documents and their purposes (on a non-exhaustive basis) you need to stay compliant and protect your business at each growth stage. Legal Compliance for SMEs in the Middle East The Right Agreements at Every Stage of Business In a fast-paced, opportunity-rich business environment like the Middle East, entrepreneurs and […]
This guide is designed for foreign entrepreneurs, expatriates, and investors planning to establish a business in Dubai, UAE. How to Set Up a Business in Dubai if You’re Living Abroad Starting a business in Dubai while living in another country might sound like a logistical nightmare. It’s easy to assume that registering a company in Dubai requires your […]
In this blog, we explore the essential contracts and acknowledgments that go beyond employment agreements, tailored for the UAE context and global best practices. Importance of Contracts Beyond Employment: Safeguarding Your Business Interests Most business owners understand the value of a solid employment contract. It outlines expectations, responsibilities, and basic protections for both the employer […]
In this guide, you’ll learn how Fawri works, what it costs, who it’s made for, and why it’s one of the smartest choices for today’s founders. Meydan Free Zone Launches ‘Fawri’: 60-Minute Business License in Dubai In a bold move to boost entrepreneurship and simplify company setup, Meydan Free Zone has introduced “Fawri”, a new […]
In this article, you’ll get a full breakdown of Dubai’s foreign ownership framework, including the laws that opened the door to 100% ownership, licensing processes, tax implications, and compliance obligations that come with it. Foreign Ownership of Dubai Business Foreign ownership in Dubai has evolved dramatically over the past two decades. What was once a […]
