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Dubai has established itself as one of the world’s most attractive jurisdictions for international business setup, offering a unique combination of tax efficiency, regulatory clarity, political stability, and global market access.
At Knightsbridge Group, we advise entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, and family offices on setting up businesses in Dubai correctly from day one – with the right structure, licensing, governance, and long-term strategy.
We do not take a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Every business setup is assessed through a commercial, legal, and tax lens before implementation.
Dubai offers a compelling environment for international and regional business operations, including:
For many clients, Dubai serves as:
Choosing the correct jurisdiction and licence is critical. The wrong choice can create tax exposure, banking difficulties, or regulatory issues later.
A mainland company allows businesses to operate directly within the UAE market and contract freely with UAE entities.
Best suited for:
Dubai offers a wide range of specialist free zones, each tailored to specific industries.
Free zones typically offer:
Best suited for:
For regulated activities, Dubai offers globally recognised financial jurisdictions such as the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).
These are suitable for:
At Knightsbridge Group, business setup begins with strategy, not paperwork.
Step 1: Strategic Assessment
We assess:
Step 2: Structuring & Jurisdiction Selection
We advise on:
Step 3: Licensing & Incorporation
We manage the full setup process, including:
Step 4: Banking & Operational Setup
We assist with:
Step 5: Ongoing Compliance & Advisory
We provide ongoing support, including:
We structure businesses to be bankable, compliant, and scalable.
The cost of setting up a business in Dubai depends on:
Knightsbridge Group provides:
Business setup should be viewed as an investment in structure and credibility, not a race to the lowest price.
Who We Commonly Work With
No. Many of our clients establish Dubai companies while remaining non-resident, subject to proper structuring and compliance.
Most company setups take 2–6 weeks, depending on jurisdiction, activity, and banking requirements.
Yes, at a rate of 9%. The UAE operates a corporate tax regime, but tax exposure depends on activity, profits, and structure. Proper planning is essential, and exemptions are possible.
Yes. We provide ongoing corporate services, governance support, and coordination with professional directors where appropriate.
Business setup in Dubai is straightforward only when done correctly.
The most common issues we see arise from:
Our role is to ensure your business is structured for longevity, not just registration.
The decisions you make at incorporation will shape tax exposure, banking, and operational freedom for years to come.
Contact Knightsbridge Group for a confidential consultation to:
Structure first. Register second. Succeed long term.
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