Why setup your business in Sharjah Media City (Shams) Free Zone?
Sharjah Media City (Shams) is the newest media Free Zone in the UAE. Located in the emirate of Sharjah, Shams was launched in January, 2017 to provide entrepreneurs with a platform to invest and grow their innovative business ideas. One year after its launch, Shams has proved itself to be the fastest growing Free Zone […]
What Are Your Office Options When Setting Up a UAE Company?
Entrepreneurs will invariably seek the most cost-effective solutions when starting a business, including the location of their primary workplace. While the global trend is for remote offices, ‘digital offices on the move’ or home based solutions – the UAE environment is relatively unique with specific requirements on work space. That being said, there are still […]
What is E-Channel and the Fees to Register for the E-Channel System in the UAE
The UAE Ministry of Interior has launched a new smart service system called E-Channel, for naturalization and residency services. Colonel Mansour Ahmed Al Dhaheri, Director-General of the Residence and Foreigners Affairs Directorate in Abu Dhabi has stated that “This system is being implemented under the framework of the ministry’s efforts to guarantee the delivery of the best services and achieve the UAE Vision 2021”. […]
Guide to Setting up a Marketing Consultancy Company in the UAE
There are many ways to help businesses grow, but marketing is the top driver. Marketing is essential because it’s the force that drives sales and generates leads to a business. However, there’s more that marketing brings to a business – from establishing the ideal clientele, building reputation and customer retention. Marketing mechanisms are driven by the […]
Tips for you to Benefit From Looking After your Employees’ Wellbeing
Over recent months, you’ve probably seen more and more wellbeing initiatives being mentioned in the press. Just last month, we saw several corporate teams participate in the Dubai Standard Chartered Marathon and we’ll have February host the Wellness Week. The trend from wellness activities has evolved to a holistic approach to wellbeing over the years. […]
Why you should launch an e-commerce business in the UAE
There are so many good reasons to stop stalling the launch of your online business. Driven by consumer demand, all sectors in the business world are adopting online technology at an overwhelmingly fast pace. It’s not just Millenials favouring high-tech over the time consuming traditional options of bricks and mortar retail shopping. The driving demand […]
How to Setup a Dubai Mainland Company in the UAE
Select business activities Select legal form Select trade name Apply for initial approval Prepare Memorandum of Association and LSA agreement Establish business location Get approvals Collect your business license A ‘mainland company’ or DED license is a legal entity that can conduct business operations and transactions throughout the UAE and in other countries without restrictions. […]
CREATIVE ZONE – Facilitating Entrepreneurship Through Personalized Solutions
CREATIVE ZONE – Facilitating Entrepreneurship Through Personalized Solutions CREATIVE ZONE Managing Directors Mahesh Dalamal and Steve Mayne recently featured in the Gulf CEO Business Review 2017 Magazine (produced by M Link Marketing Solutions in association with Khaleej Times). Mahesh and Steve shared CREATIVE ZONE’s business concept, their support of the UAE Startup environment and entrepreneurs […]
VAT Implementation in the UAE – What You Need To Know
2018 heralds a new era in the United Arab Emirates and the GCC with the introduction of Value Added Tax or VAT. The region is relatively unfamiliar with such a visible tax and this represents a significant shift in monetary policy, which has been pretty much devoid of large-scale tax collection mechanisms. A VAT is a […]
How to Startup a Tech-based Company in a UAE Free Zone
How to Startup a Tech-Based Company in a UAE Free Zone As the leading startup hub in the region, UAE is attracting global interest from tech entrepreneurs who are eager to invest in the impressive infrastructure and support services available. As technology becomes more easily accessible and innovative, so too are business activities evolving to […]
