Key Takeaways Renewal keeps you licensed, not necessarily optimal. Paying the fee continues your company for another year; it does not confirm that the activities, structure and setup you chose at the start still fit the business you run now. Check five things before you renew: your licensed activities, your company structure, the true year-on-year […]
Market statistics in this guide come from industry estimates and may be out of date. Check the source and date before you rely on a figure.
Opening a medical clinic in Dubai is not a casual business decision.
The cost, profit and timing figures in this guide are EZONE planning estimates, not government fees or guarantees. Get written quotes before you commit.
Table of Contents TL;DR (Quick Summary) A Certificate of Good Standing proves your company is active and compliant with its licensing authority on the date of issue. It confirms: active license, cleared fees, no administrative blocks, and completed required filings. It does NOT confirm VAT status, Corporate Tax compliance, financial health, or bank AML clearance. […]
VAT, customs and AML rules for precious metals change often. Confirm the current position with the FTA and Dubai Customs before you trade.
The UAE has quickly become one of the most attractive destinations for cryptocurrency trading firms. Global hedge funds, algorithmic trading desks, and blockchain investors are increasingly choosing Dubai and other emirates as…
Table of Contents TL;DR Summary German citizens can set up and fully own a Dubai company in most sectors. Your first decision is jurisdiction: mainland for UAE local work, free zone for international or remote models. UAE corporate tax exists. It is 9% above AED 375,000 profit. Some free zones can still qualify for 0% […]
Table of Contents TL;DR (Quick Summary) Starting a vending machine business in Dubai requires a valid trade license, and selling snacks or drinks brings Dubai Municipality food safety compliance into scope. Mainland setup is often the most practical route for placing machines across Dubai and contracting venues directly, while free zones may limit placement flexibility […]
Table of Contents TL;DR Cloud kitchens in Dubai (2026) are fully regulated food establishments, even without dine-in. You must secure both a correct commercial trade license and Dubai Municipality food safety approval. Most operational kitchens require a mainland setup to serve Dubai customers. Kitchen layout approval, hygiene systems, and inspection readiness are mandatory before launch. […]
