Service businesses under the UAE
JurisdictionRun an international service business from a tax-free jurisdiction. Take full advantage of
reinvesting opportunities, participate in large tenders, and increase the efficiency of your business activities anywhere in the world.Full compliance with banking regulations, the benefits of numerous international agreements, and legal methods of maintaining data confidentiality combine to provide many options for successful international business activities. SORP Group specialists will help you understand the nuances of UAE legislation, select the best solutions for incorporation, and provide comprehensive support for your service business operating from the United Arab Emirates.
Incorporating a service company in the UAE will
give you the opportunity to:Apply transfer
pricingThe ability to maximize profit capitalization
within enterprises under common ownership or controlProvide marketing and
advertising servicesMarket research, branding services and
deliverables, all types of online advertising, and SMM promotion of goods and servicesProvide online
services to the publicProvide online services in various fields, such
as education, sports, entertainment, creative and othersProvide services for
businessVarious financial services with the use of
online technologies, consulting and other B2B servicesParticipate in large
tendersAbility to model financial audit reports for
successful participation in the bidder and selection processCreate a general
payment centerOptimize the activities of your entire
international business including 3rd party payments for offsetting mutual claimsMajor advantages of the UAE jurisdiction for
operating a service businessTax-free environment
Absolutely no corporate taxes whatsoever on
foreign business activities and no personal income tax even on dividendsFree movement of funds
The right to free movement of capital into and
out of the UAE, with no currency controls, is enshrined in the legislationTax residency
All business owners can apply for a residence
permit and achieve tax domicile status as long as a number of conditions are metFinancing incentives
Such as relatively easy access to loans, a
simplified system of bank compliance for accounts in dirhamsData privacy
The legislation guarantees protection against
the automatic exchange of tax information as required by CRSReputable and respected jurisdiction
The UAE is not included in any OECD or FATF
blacklist or gray list, despite being a tax-free jurisdictionService business licenses available in the UAE
Information technology
Management and consulting
Fintech licenses
Medicine and healthcare
Educational activities
Services for business
Payment agent services
Project investments
SORP expert solutions for smooth business operation in the UAE
Business
model preparationWe will select the appropriate
license and choose the place of incorporation to best match your objectives and target marketCompany
formationFast incorporation using close
collaboration with the licensing authorities and the expertise of our in-house SORP resourcesOpening
bank accountsWe have long-standing relationships
with major UAE banks and know all their compliance processes so that we can quickly achieve KYC for youBuilding holdings
and business structuresThese represent a highly effective
tool for effective organization of management and investment in controlled structuresBeneficiary concealment
schemesWe construct totally legal tiered
structures to protect shareholders, including elements of an Arab trust toolOutsourcing
core business processesEngage admin, tax, accounting and
legal support from SORP Group specialists, saving on staffing costs and ensuring business successA complete set of solutions for international
service businesses based out of the UAE-
Business hypothesis
confirmationTest and validate the business plan
and strategy in the context of UAE trade licenses, incentives and potential for launching your service business internationally -
Tax planning
and consultingAnalysis of legal methods of
international tax planning based on successful completed cases, offering you optimal solutions for business without taxes -
Dubai business
addressSORP business center provides
office space for young businesses and startups seeking licenses as well as proof that control and management occurs in the UAE. -
International tax
optimizationIndividually tailored solutions for
international business that deliver more efficient tax optimization schemes based on UAE legislation -
Registration of tax
residencySupport in obtaining a tax domicile
certificate as proof of compliance with the requirements of belonging to the UAE tax jurisdiction -
Confirmation of
economic presenceProof that the center of control and
management is at the company’s registered address and operations belong in the UAE jurisdiction
Success factors for service businesses that
operate under the UAE flag-
Economic stability
The UAE is a country with beneficial legislation and one of the highest rates of economic growth in the world. The exchange rate of the dirham was pegged to the US Dollar in 1973 ensuring stability. GDP has grown dramatically over the past 20 years.
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Government support for services sector
The UAE Government has initiated over 30 strategies to support and develop the services sector in the country. By 2030, the following strategies will be implemented: Strategy for the Development of the Innovation and IT sector, Strategies in the field of education, medicine, financial services and tourism.
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Security and high return on investment
The UAE prioritizes protection of investors at state level, has implemented international agreements on mutual protection of investments with more than 60 countries, and guarantees free entry and withdrawal of capital without currency controls. Businesses should see an increase in profits due to the tax-free regime by at least 30%.
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Minimal bureaucracy
The government prioritizes transparent procedures, active digitalization and successful implementation of blockchain technology in the system of public services. To date, almost all government agencies in Dubai have switched to the Blockchain Platform for Business (UBRP), which simplifies the processes of company formation and obtaining licenses.
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The country's high reputation in the global business arena
The United Arab Emirates enjoys a well-deserved reputation in the world. In the IMD 2020 rankings, the UAE ranked 9th in the world in terms of economic competitiveness and 14th in terms of digital competitiveness. The prestige of the jurisdiction increases the credibility of UAE-resident companies and provides them with access to participate in international tenders and projects.
SORP - the full range of UAE company formation,
business support and management servicesA leading consulting group that provides a full range of services for the incorporation, maintenance and management of businesses
in the UAE and abroad. We have an impeccable reputation, extensive capabilities and substantial assetsStart a business in a super-profitable niche
SORP Group experts will help you evaluate your business idea and provide comprehensive support in organizing your project in the UAE.