Business setup in Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi is the largest Emirate and the capital of the UAE, located on the south-eastern side of the Arabian Peninsula, besides the Persian Gulf.

Abu Dhabi is one of the fastest-growing and wealthy markets in the world. For a businessperson wishing to start a company in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi is a viable location of choice. The corporate norms and business procedures in the Emirate are simple, and it takes only a few days for setting up a company in Abu Dhabi.

 

PRO Services & FT Group offers ultimate Solution for setting up a new business setup as well as PRO Services for individuals & Existing businesses.

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Setup new business: Free Zone or Onshore ?

 

There are five free zones located in Abu Dhabi at the moment:

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o   There are five free zones located in Abu Dhabi at the moment:

o   Abu Dhabi Global Market – Finance sector

o   Abu Dhabi Airports Company – Logistics sector

o   Kizad – Industrial sector

o   Masdar City – Green Technology sector

o   Media and Communications sector

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Advantages for new business in free zone 

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Investors can choose to start a new business in free zone and can enjoy benefits, including the following:

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o   Absolute company ownership

o   Freedom from corporate and income tax Dept.

o   Independent rules and regulations

o   Freedom from customs duties

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Restrictions of companies in free zones:

o   Corporate operations must be conducted within the geographic limitations of their designated zones

o   Any business activities with mainland clients must be done through distributors or agents

o   Dealings, tenders, contracts with the local government must be accompanied with a mainland DED license.

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Company formation in Mainland

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In mainland company formation, on the other hand, businesses may be structured as any of the following corporate entities:

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o   Limited Liability Company

o   Foreign Branch Office

o   Representative Office

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To start business as any of these entities, an investor must partner with a local entity who can stand as a Sponsor for Establishment or LLC or a National Service Agent for Representative or Foreign Branch Offices.