Dubai Residency via Company Formation

UAE residency through free zone company formation with 0% personal tax and strategic global positioning.

$8,500· Full service · No hidden fees

Why Dubai?

Residency through company formation: Free zone company setup gets you a 2-3 year renewable investor visa. No property purchase required.

0% personal income tax: No tax on income, capital gains, dividends, or inheritance. UAE has no personal taxation.

9% corporate tax above AED 375,000: Low corporate tax on profits. First AED 375,000 (~$102,000) exempt. Many free zones offer 0% under QFZP status.

Note for U.S. citizens: The U.S. taxes citizens on worldwide income regardless of residence. UAE’s 0% personal tax benefits non-U.S. persons directly. Americans still get residency, banking, and business benefits.

Tax residency certificate: Available with 90+ days physical presence per year (with additional qualifying ties) or 183+ days standard. TRC unlocks treaty benefits with your home country.

World-class infrastructure: Modern healthcare, education, transportation. English widely spoken in business.

Strategic location: Direct flights to every major global city. Hub connecting Europe, Asia, Africa, Americas.

Strong banking system: International banks, multi-currency accounts, sophisticated financial services.

Safe and stable: Low crime, political stability, business-friendly regulations.

Who Is This For

Entrepreneurs and business owners seeking 0% personal tax in a major global business hub.
High-income professionals who can work remotely or establish UAE operations.
International traders and service providers operating from a strategic East-West junction.
Those building multi-jurisdiction strategies with tax-free residency as one layer.
Families seeking quality of life with excellent schools, healthcare, and safety.
People who can spend 90+ days per year in UAE for tax residency benefits.

The Process

Step 1: Free Zone Company Formation (2-4 weeks)
We register your free zone company. Trade license issued. Bank account opened. Flexi-desk or office arranged. This forms the basis of your investor visa eligibility.

Step 2: Investor Visa Application (1-2 weeks)
With company established, we submit your residence visa application. Medical examination, Emirates ID application, documentation prepared.

Step 3: Visa Approval and Stamping (1 week)
Visa approved and stamped in passport. Emirates ID issued. You’re now a UAE resident with 2-3 year renewable status.

Requirements

Valid passport: At least 6 months validity remaining.

Free zone company: Registered in approved UAE free zone with valid trade license.

Physical presence for setup: Required for medical exam, Emirates ID biometrics, visa stamping. Can be completed in one 3-5 day trip.

Clean background: No criminal record. Background check may be required.

Company bank account: UAE corporate bank account required. We assist with opening.

Office or flexi-desk: Registered business address in free zone (flexi-desk acceptable for most activities).

What's Included

Free zone company formation: Complete registration with trade license in approved UAE free zone.

Flexi-desk or office arrangement: Registered business address as required by free zone authority.

Investor visa processing: Application preparation, submission, coordination with immigration.

Medical examination: Required health check arranged and processed.

Emirates ID application: National ID card application and issuance.

Bank account assistance: Guidance for opening UAE corporate and personal accounts.

Initial compliance setup: First-year regulatory requirements handled.

Timeline

Milestone	Timeframe
Free zone company formation	2-4 weeks
Bank account opening	2-3 weeks
Investor visa application	1-2 weeks
Medical and Emirates ID	3-5 days (in UAE)
Visa stamping	Same week as medical
Total process	6-8 weeks
First renewal eligible	Year 2-3

Important Notes

Tax residency requires physical presence: To obtain a UAE Tax Residency Certificate (TRC), you need either 90+ days per year with qualifying ties (UAE residence, business, property) or 183+ days standard.

2-3 year validity: Initial visa typically 2-3 years depending on free zone. Renewable as long as company remains active.

Company must stay active: Trade license must remain valid. Annual renewal required.

Corporate tax: 9% on profits above AED 375,000 (~$102,000). Some free zones offer 0% under Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) status.

Annual audit required: UAE companies need annual financial audit.

One-time trip required: Medical exam, biometrics, visa stamping require physical presence in UAE. Plan 3-5 days.

Banking compliance: UAE banks have strict due diligence. Expect detailed questions about business activity and source of funds.

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$8,500

Includes everything listed above.

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