Cities that reduce friction for founders are becoming more competitive globally.
GCC trade is on the rise, and Dubai remains the best place to be at the centre of it.
The UAE now hosts more than 1.4 million companies, as new amendments to the Commercial Companies Law introduce greater flexibility for business owners.
Your UAE Pass connects to bank accounts, government portals, and company records, making it a prime target for fraudulent schemes that every business owner and resident must learn to recognise and prevent.
Cities that reduce friction for founders are becoming more competitive globally.
GCC trade is on the rise, and Dubai remains the best place to be at the centre of it.
The UAE now hosts more than 1.4 million companies, as new amendments to the Commercial Companies Law introduce greater flexibility for business owners.
Your UAE Pass connects to bank accounts, government portals, and company records, making it a prime target for fraudulent schemes that every business owner and resident must learn to recognise and prevent.
The UAE has issued two federal decree laws granting the Capital Market Authority expanded regulatory powers, stricter penalties, and enhanced consumer protection requirements.
From 01.01.2026, the FTA introduces fees for Advance Pricing Agreement applications and replaces the paper registration certificate with an electronic version.
As 2025 draws to a close, business owners across the UAE face a familiar question: Is everything in order?
From 14.01.2026, VAT on scrap metal transactions in the UAE will be accounted for by the buyer, not the supplier.
Recent amendments clarify how tax credits are applied and introduce a formal refund process for unutilised balances.