How to Set Up a Blockchain Business in a Dubai Free Zone (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)
Key Highlights Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), established under Law No. 4 of 2022, is the first dedicated VA regulator in the MENA region. Dubai free zones offer 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, and full profit repatriation with no capital transfer restrictions. VARA requires a mandatory VASP licence for any […]
Fujairah Free Zone vs Mainland: Which Setup Maximizes Your Business Potential?
Key Highlights Both FFZA and Fujairah Mainland allow up to 100% foreign ownership, so the real decision comes down to where you plan to sell, how many people you’ll hire, and how you want to be taxed. A Fujairah Free Zone license cannot sell directly to UAE mainland customers without a registered distributor or a […]
Is Remote Company Formation Possible in Dubai, UAE? (2026 Guide)
Key Highlights Dubai free zone companies can be registered 100% remotely through official digital portals, with no UAE visit required at any stage. Remote formation starts at AED 13,900 all-in for Year 1, based on the IFZA Zero Visa License at AED 11,900 plus the AED 2,000 Establishment Card fee. UAE trade license ownership and […]
UAE Advertiser Permit 2026: Complete Guide for Influencers, Bloggers & Freelancers
Key Highlights The UAE Advertiser Permit is mandatory for all individuals posting promotional content on social media, whether paid or unpaid, with enforcement active since 1 February 2026. There is no minimum follower count or earnings threshold — the permit applies to every creator, blogger, and freelancer regardless of audience size. You must hold a […]