Trading and Business Logistics
in the UAE

In addition to helping your business operation from incorporation to launch and beyond, SORP Group a leading company formation consultants in Dubai has the knowledge, experience, and competence to steer you toward successful trade and efficient logistics.

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Certified Trade & Logistics Professionals Dubai

The government supports trade, one of the UAE's most dynamic and quickly growing economic sectors. Efficiency is essential for running a successful trade and logistics company, and SORP's professionals are well-versed in setting up import and export processes using their knowledge of certification, customs, and other nuances of global trade.

Experts of Trading Business

The extensive market knowledge of SORP Group in the UAE ensures the success of your commercial endeavors.

Executing Import Operations

Registering an import code, obtaining import licenses, assisting with the customs clearance of goods, and setting up the logistics and management of transportation and storage facilities.

Export Business

We validate product waybills and VAT invoices, locate and select reputable shipping providers, and create and submit export declarations for customs.

Getting Business Licenses

We offer quick and reliable registration and licensing services, and we quickly get special permits thanks to our solid relationships with the necessary public institutions.

Obtaining Import Licenses

We receive endorsements from the Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology (ESMA), participation in product laboratory testing, and product and good certification.

A Full Range of Logistics Assistance

Getting certificates for imported goods, processing customs cargo, and engaging shipping and freight forwarders are all individual counseling services on logistical difficulties and desired results.

Optimization Of International Business

Building successful supply strategies, enhancing corporate processes, analyzing competitive market situations, and interacting with UAE government agencies and trading partners.

Milestones for Your Trading Startup in The UAE

  • Designing A Business Model

    To adapt your company model to the requirements of the market, the first stage is to do a thorough market study and action plan, considering factors like infrastructure and transport links, the accessibility of buildings and utilities, and bank servicing with optional trade funding.

  • Determining A Legal and Organizational Structure

    The cornerstone of a successful business, while also being a simple and affordable solution, is setting up the correct organizational business structure within the most appropriate legal entity format that corresponds with your planned trading activity.

  • Acquiring Import Licenses

    Before being traded in the UAE and other GCC nations, some items are required to undergo mandatory certification; as a result, the trading corporation must go through procedures for goods certification and trademark registration by the relevant Emirates authorities.

  • Completing Customs Formalities

    Each company conducting business in the UAE is required to follow several pertinent customs procedures, including obtaining an import code, creating, and approving customs entry forms, and maintaining control over all payments of customs duties and levies.

  • Discover The Ideal Logistics Solutions

    When beginning your trade activities in the UAE, the most important responsibilities are finding and selecting dependable shipping providers and freight forwarders, planning effective, timely, and lucrative goods delivery, and outgoing shipments, regulating goods movement, and lowering storage costs.

  • Commencing Your Trading Career

    Selecting a corporate services provider to handle general administrative tasks, including employing staff, securing visas, and offering your company support for licensing, tax, and accounting as a package of professional services.

  • Examining the Legal System

    Companies can achieve their goal—getting tax benefits or gains from trade contracts without breaking any regulations—by understanding the nuances of local legislation and the advantages of and proper use of the legal framework in the UAE.

  • Obtaining Additional Licenses and Permits

    High-quality and prompt licensing of a commercial operation, timely renewal of licenses on an annual basis, and obtaining special permits from qualified public bodies that are required for some license types.

  • The Use of Nominee Services

    By preserving beneficiary anonymity, facilitating the implementation of transfer pricing principles, and facilitating agreements amongst related structures, nominee services enable the resolution of unique business difficulties.

  • Opening Bank Accounts

    By going through and completing the bank's KYC requirements, guaranteeing compliance, and maintaining good communication with the bank's executives while justifying transactions, you can create a corporate bank account with a top UAE bank.

  • Obtaining Tax Residency

    The security of your company from automatic data sharing under CRS and the opportunity to apply double taxation treaties are ensured by professional advice from SORP's experts on tax planning concerns and obtaining UAE tax resident status.

  • Strengthening Supply Chains

    Creating profitable supply chains thanks to the well-developed logistics infrastructure in the UAE, managing logistic operations efficiently to reduce product flow costs, keeping an eye on the items acceptance, and unloading processes, and properly preparing documentation.


Comprehensive Services Offered by SORP Group

Analysis Of Markets and Businesses

preparing a thorough examination of your company's business plan and market conditions

Legal And Organizational Structure

deciding on the legal structure and entity type that would best serve your company's goals and operations.

Incorporation And Licensing

establishing a business and obtaining the licenses required to conduct trading operations in the Emirates.

Import Licenses

offering packages of services to assist with procedures, including certification of goods and trademark registration.

Customs Assistance

Assist with obtaining an import code and completing all necessary clearance and customs procedures.

Delivery And Product Storage

Efficiencies in logistics, warehousing, and incoming and outbound transportation can minimize costs

Analysis Of the Legal System

To acquire tax advantages and earnings from trading contracts, having professional knowledge of, and researching the peculiarities of local law is helpful.

Extra Permissions and Licenses

Help obtain special licenses from the appropriate authorities, which may be required for license types in some circumstances.

Services For Nominees

Nominees facilitate transfer pricing between related firms and hide the identities of shareholders and directors.

Opening Bank Accounts

Professional assistance and guidance through the banks' KYC requirements ensure a successful outcome in obtaining this crucial business tool.

Getting A Residence Tax Number

Obtaining UAE tax resident status will prevent data exchange and allow you to benefit from double taxation agreements.

Supply Chain Management

Constructing effective and dependable supply chains utilizing the efficient logistical infrastructure at SORP Group's disposal.

A Prompt Resolution to All of Your Business Tasks

Wide-Ranging Services

For acquired businesses and their shareholders, SORP provides extensive support, ranging from getting bank accounts and licenses to becoming a country's tax resident.

Individual Approach

We understand that each client's requirements are unique. We treat every business individually to tailor the right services to achieve your priorities.

15 Years of Successful Work

We have helped thousands of clients acquire, build and develop businesses in the UAE.

Banking Support

Assistance in choosing a suitable bank, opening a bank account, and passing KYC procedures (know your customer)



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