What is genuinely still different for GCC nationals setting up a business in the UAE after the 2021 ownership reform, and where the advantage has narrowed to match any foreign investor.
Do You Still Need a Local Sponsor to Start a Business in Dubai?
Whether a local sponsor is still required to start a mainland business in Dubai after the 2021 ownership reform, and how it differs from a Local Service Agent.
100% Foreign Ownership in UAE LLC: Court Ruling Update
Recent Court Ruling Brings Much-Needed Clarity to LLC Ownership Rules in the UAE. A UAE court ruling confirms clarity on 100% foreign ownership of LLCs, boosting investor confidence and simplifying business setup in Dubai. What Dubai Court Decision No. 8 of 2025 Means for Businesses Formed Before 2021 A recent judgment from the General Assembly […]
Legal Framework for Foreign Ownership in Dubai
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 […]