The standard VAT rate in the UAE is 5%, and businesses must register for a VAT number and file regular declarations (mandatory registration if annual turnover e...【Read More】
Shams specializes in media, technology, and creative industries, permitting the registration of Free Zone companies (FZCO/FZE), offshore companies, and branch o...【Read More】
1. Free Zone Company (FZCO): The recommended minimum registered capital is 50,000 dirhams (no need for actual payment).
2. Offshore company: No minimum register...【Read More】
Free Zone Company: Requires leasing flexible office space provided by Shams (such as shared workspaces or virtual offices).
Offshore Company: No physical offic...【Read More】
Mainly includes commercial licenses (trade, services), industrial licenses (manufacturing), professional licenses (consulting, engineering), etc., which should ...【Read More】
Annual audits are required (mandatory for some industries), renewal of business licenses (once a year), and updating shareholder/director information (if there ...【Read More】
As a free zone, DEC does not require a local agent, but a local representative must be appointed (usually provided by the registration service provider)....【Read More】
Under the UAE's 2023 tax law, Free Zone companies with annual profits exceeding 375,000 dirhams (around $100,000) must pay a 9% federal corporate tax. Profits b...【Read More】
Yes, but an online education license must be applied for, and compliance with the content regulations of the UAE Ministry of Education and the Telecommunication...【Read More】
Possible methods include participating in exhibitions, establishing local partnerships, and leveraging digital marketing channels (such as social media)....【Read More】
Company registration documents, shareholder information, and business plans are required. DWTC can assist in connecting with local or international banks....【Read More】
Exhibition event planning: Requires application for temporary activity permits.
Financial services: Must comply with UAE Central Bank and Securities and Commod...【Read More】
The following goods are prohibited from entering the JAFZA Free Zone: damaged goods; goods that violate laws protecting commercial, industrial, environmental in...【Read More】