A brief history of entrepreneurship: From ancient merchants to the modern startup
Entrepreneurs have been around forever. So when you’ve landed on a great idea and you’re getting ready to set up your company, you’re in a long line of innovators stretching back thousands of years. But what can we learn from the entrepreneurs of the past, and what kind of opportunities exist for entrepreneurs of the […]
RAK ICC Offshore Company Formation: 2022 Guide
RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is a corporate registry operating in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. It carries out registration and incorporation of international business companies, while also offering a full range of registry services. Operating in full compliance with international standards and best practices, RAK ICC’s goal is to attract innovative businesses to Ras […]
Mainland Coworking License Dubai, UAE
A mainland coworking license gives you an affordable way to set up on the UAE mainland. Not only can you then benefit from being able to trade to and from the UAE mainland without taking on permanent premises, but you can also use a coworking space – enabling you to keep costs down while still […]
How to start an import export business in Dubai, UAE
There are a huge number of reasons why you might want to carry out import and export in Dubai. It’s literally situated at the crossroads of the world, with easy access to the continents of Asia, Africa, and Europe. On top of that, it has world-leading transport hubs allowing easy movement of goods in and […]
VAT in the UAE (2022): Everything you need to know
The UAE has a number of incredible benefits for the business owner. It’s why so many people choose to set up their company here. With this in mind, it’s important to understand business law, particularly given the fairly recent changes around Value Added Tax (VAT). It’s a very common tax, found in most countries across […]
Start an accounting, audit firm, or tax consulting business in Dubai
When it comes to offering business services in the form of accounting, auditing, or tax consulting, there are a number of options to set up in Dubai. For example, starting your own bookkeeping business in Dubai is a popular option. In this article, we’ll look at the many benefits of setting up in this area, […]
How to start a car rental business in Dubai, UAE
Are you interested in opening a car rental company in Dubai? Dubai is the perfect place for such a venture. Not only is it a hotspot for supercars, but the large expat community means that when it comes to regular cars, many people are not looking to buy and are much happier renting. And beyond […]
Visa Renewal Dubai: Step-By-Step Guide
Visas are a hot topic in Dubai given the huge number of expats. But the system can be a little challenging, and it’s always important to know your status and – equally – know when you need to take action. If you’re staying in Dubai for any length of time it’s inevitable that you’ll need […]
The 6 stages of startup development
When you’re at the helm of a startup, it can seem that you’re on a choppy sea and navigating just what’s directly in front of you. But taking a wider view, and understanding that all businesses go through stages, helps you understand where you are – and where you want to be. We have identified […]
100% Foreign Ownership in the UAE
UAE’s New 100% Foreign Ownership Law What Has Changed and How Does it Benefit You? The new law allowing 100% foreign ownership of onshore companies is being hailed as a game-changer for the region’s entrepreneurial community and the foreign investment that is expected to come with it. The 100% ownership law was the most significant passed […]