Other BriefingsAn Introduction to Doing Business in the UAE 2025 – New Publication Out Now
An Introduction to Doing Business in the UAE 2025‘, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates is out now and available for free download through the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
In this guide:
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has firmly established itself as a global business hub, offering unparalleled opportunities for entrepreneurs and corporations alike. With its strategic location bridging Asia, Europe, and Africa, robust infrastructure, and forward-thinking policies, the UAE presents a dynamic and diverse economy that champions innovation and economic growth.
This comprehensive guide delves into the essentials of establishing and managing a business in the UAE, covering everything from its political and economic framework to practical steps for setting up operations. The UAE’s positive investment outlook emerges from several thriving sectors, including technology, finance, tourism, and the non-oil industries that are driving diversification.
Readers of this guide will gain invaluable insights into the UAE’s business setup options, including free zones that offer 100 percent foreign ownership, zero taxes for eligible units, and streamlined regulatory processes. The guide further explores the country’s evolving tax landscape, detailing corporate tax implementation, transfer pricing regulations, and VAT compliance, ensuring businesses can navigate the regulatory framework with confidence – both in mainland and free zone locations.
Additional sections highlight the UAE’s focus on transparency and governance through financial reporting and audit compliance requirements, as well as its progressive employment laws and trade policies. From Dubai’s unmatched FDI appeal and record-breaking greenfield investments to the broader GCC trade agreements and international partnerships, this guide intends to equip businesses with key information about doing business in the UAE market.
Whether you are a multinational corporation seeking new markets or a small business owner exploring global expansion, An Introduction to Doing Business in the UAE 2025 is your definitive resource for understanding and succeeding in one of the world’s most vibrant business environments.
For business inquiries, please contact dubai@dezshira.com.
Key topics covered:
- Introduction to the UAE
- Corporate establishment and business closure procedures
- Tax and audit
- Transfer pricing
- HR & payroll
- Trade treaty networks
About Us
Middle East Briefing is one of five regional publications under the Asia Briefing brand. It is supported by Dezan Shira & Associates, a pan-Asia, multi-disciplinary professional services firm that assists foreign investors throughout Asia, including through offices in Dubai (UAE), China, India, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, Italy, Germany, and USA. We also have partner firms in Malaysia, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Thailand, and Australia.
For support with establishing a business in the Middle East, or for assistance in analyzing and entering markets elsewhere in Asia, please contact us at dubai@dezshira.com or visit us at www.dezshira.com. To subscribe for content products from the Middle East Briefing, please click here.
