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We have been blogging about business setup, licensing and visas in th UAE, since 2014. We aim publish detailed blog posts to help you understand the intricacies of company formation on the mainland and in the free zones; and, the responsibilities that come with employing staff; so you can make informed business decisions.
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Set Up & Succeed in Abu Dhabi Event – 25th March 2019
Set Up And Succeed is an event in Abu Dhabi to help would-be entrepreneurs take the first step in setting up their business.
Can You Side Hustle In Abu Dhabi?
Side hustling is extremely popular globally, but can you do it in Abu Dhabi, UAE? Side hustling is a way to make extra money.
Trader License: Start Your Business Without An Office In Abu Dhabi
Discover the Trader License and start your business without an office space in the early years in Abu Dhabi. The new name for Tajer License.
Local government fees abolished for new company licenses in Abu Dhabi
It has been announced that local government fees are being abolished for all new trade licenses issued in Abu Dhabi from 1st December 2018.
UAE's Foreign Direct Investment Law Aims To Boost FDI
The Foreign Direct Investment Law has been published. It aims to increase FDI into the UAE by opening up foreign ownership levels in LLCs.
4 Tips To Help British Companies expand To Abu Dhabi
Following Gateway's participation at the Going Global exhibition in London, we share our four top tips from the interactions we had.
UAE Vision To Attract Foreign Direct Investment
An AED50bn economic stimulus to attract FDI into the UAE and reforms to the UAE's visa system are intended to ease doing business.
Is it time your Abu Dhabi free zone company steps onshore?
Is it time your free zone company steps onshore to be operating compliantly if you are currently working on the mainland without a license?
How To Setup A Business In Abu Dhabi, UAE
Setting up a business in Abu Dhbai or Dubai doesn't need to be difficult. However there is still confusion, e.g. free zone or onshore.
100% Foreign Ownership Of Companies & 10 Year Visas Coming To The UAE
100% foreign ownership of companies and 10 year visas are being introduced into the UAE to attract FDI
MENA Professionals Want To Start Own Business, But Many Are Unprepared
Jenny Hunt interview for CIPD magazine article sharing her thoughts about expats leaving corporate life to be entrepreneurs.
100% Foreign Ownership Is Possible In Abu Dhabi With A Foreign Branch Setup
The foreign branch is an ideal legal structure for services companies and organisations which are particularly risk averse.
UAE Companies Get One Year Extension To Comply With The New Companies Law
Companies get an extra year to comply with the new Commercial Companies Law in the UAE. Comply to avoid financial penalties.
10 Reasons NOW Is The Right Time To Invest In Abu Dhabi
What is the current state of the Abu Dhabi market and is now the right time to invest?
14 Tips To Help You Start A Business In Abu Dhabi
Great tips to help you start a business in Abu Dhabi based upon on-the-ground knowledge and experience.
Leasing Commercial Premises Is A Must For All Abu Dhabi Companies
All businesses in Abu Dhabi are required to have a commercial premise which relates directly to the business activities of the company.
How To Start A Recruitment Company In Abu Dhabi
There are special requirements for recruitment companies, such as being 100% Emirati owned and putting down a bond of AED1m.
Manufacturing In Abu Dhabi and Dubai Is A Key Focus To Diversify Away From Oil
What are the incentives for setting up a manufacturing facility in the UAE?
The UAE's New Companies Law Comes Into Effect
An overview of the UAE's new Commercial Companies Law. This aims to encourage FDI into the country and promote corporate governance.
Obligations for companies once they have a Trade License in Abu Dhabi
Once you have your trade license in Abu Dhabi, its essential to understand your ongoing obligations in order to avoid unnecessary penalties.
Classification - A Requirement For Abu Dhabi Construction & Engineering Companies
What you need to know about Classification registration if you are a contractor or engineering company working in Abu Dhabi.
Complete Guide To Starting A Business In Abu Dhabi
Everything you need to know about setting up a business in Abu Dhabi - free zones, mainland, legal documents, timescales etc...
Commercial Premises Options For Startups In Abu Dhabi
Business licenses in Abu Dhabi are required to have a commercial premise. This is an overview of the options currently available.
What Are The Free Zone Options In Abu Dhabi?
There are a variety of free zones to choose from in Abu Dhabi, including a media, financial, logistics, industrial and green tech free zones
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