About Investir à Dubai — Your UAE Business Setup Specialists
Investir à Dubai Investir à Dubai, is a Dubai-based advisory firm specialising in UAE company residence visas, Golden Visa, bank account opening and tax residency certificates.Founded in 2015, we have supported 500+ entrepreneurs and investors from the UK, US, India, Australia, South Africa, France, Belgium, Switzerland and Canada. Our multilingual team (English, French, Arabic)manages every step from initial consultation
to Emirates ID issuance and beyond.
Who We Are
Investir à Dubai is a specialist business setup and advisory firm operating at the heart of the UAE market since 2015. We are not a call centre or online platform — we are a team of dedicated consultants who manage your company formation, visa application and banking introduction personally, in English.
Our practice covers the full lifecycle of establishing a business in the UAE: from choosing the right legal structure (Freezone, Mainland or Offshore) and registering your commercial licence, to obtaining your investor residence visa, Emirates ID, corporate bank account and UAE Tax Residency Certificate.
Our Expertise: 4 Pillars for a Successful UAE Setup
Our team covers every step of your UAE establishment — from legal structure to bank account :
Legal Advice & Company Formation
Structure selection (Freezone, Mainland or Offshore), licence application, Memorandum of Association drafting, corporate bank account introduction. We work with all leading UAE Free Zones: DMCC, DIFC, IFZA, RAKEZ and SPC Free Zone.
Banking & Financial Services
Personal and corporate bank account introduction at Emirates NBD, Mashreq, ADCB and RAKBank. We prepare your KYC file to maximise first-attempt approval rates.
Tax & Accounting
UAE corporate tax compliance (9% since June 2023), IFRS-compliant accounting, UAE Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) advisory, and guidance on double tax treaty (DTT) benefits — including UAE treaties with the UK, France, India, Canada and 100+ other countries.
Visa & Residency in Dubai
Investor visa (2–3 years), Golden Visa (10-year, renewable), employment visa and residence renewal. We coordinate all biometric and medical appointments with ICA (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security).
Why Choose Investir à Dubai? 6 Concrete Advantages
Your Dedicated Consultant
One named English-speaking consultant is assigned to you from your first contact. No call centre, no ticket system, no handoffs between departments.
Guaranteed Timelines
Freezone company formed in 5–7 business days. We monitor every stage and proactively update you — no chasing required.
7-Day Availability
Our team is reachable 7 days a week, 9am–8pm Dubai time — including UAE public holidays and Ramadan.
Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
Every quote itemises each cost line: Free Zone licence fee, government fees, visa fees, our advisory fee. No hidden charges, ever.
Multilingual Team: EN • FR • AR
All our consultants are fluent in English, French and Arabic — essential for dealing with UAE government authorities and Free Zone administrations.
Integrity & Ethical Practice
We operate exclusively within UAE law, UK/EU/international home country regulations and OECD international tax standards. No aggressive schemes, no tax greenwashing.
Our Mission: Your Dubai Success, End to End
At Investir à Dubaiour mission is straightforward: to help you establish your business in Dubai with confidence— providing complete, transparent support tailored to your personal and professional situation.
We know that every project is unique. Whether you are a freelance consultant seeking a tax-efficient UAE base, an e-commerce entrepreneur wanting an international operational hub, or an investor targeting the Gulf market — we build the right legal and fiscal structure for your situation.
We primarily serve English-speaking entrepreneurs and investors from the UK, US, India, Australia, South Africa and Canada — as well as the large anglophone expat community already living and working in the UAE. Our clients choose Dubai for its 0% personal income tax, 100% foreign ownership opportunities and business-friendly environment.
Our Commitments
Why Dubai Attracts International Entrepreneurs
Dubai has established itself as the world's leading destination for company formation outside the OECD. There are several reasons why:
- 9% corporate income tax — with a 0% rate on annual profits below AED 375,000 (approx. USD 102,000 / GBP 80,000)
- 0% personal income tax — no tax on salary, dividends, capital gains or rental income for UAE residents
- 45+ Free Zones offering 100% foreign ownership and free repatriation of profits — no capital controls
- Top 3 global startup ecosystem (Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2024) — behind only Silicon Valley and New York
- Strategic hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa — 8 hours from 2/3 of the world's population
- 100+ double tax treaties — including with the UK, USA, India, France, Germany, Canada, Australia and South Africa
- Fast company formation: 5–15 business days depending on structure (Freezone: 5–10 days; Mainland: 7–20 days)
Frequently Asked Questions — Setting Up a Business in Dubai
You do not need to live in Dubai to set up a company. For a Freezone company, registration is fully remote — passport copy, photos and a business description are all that is needed. One brief visit to Dubai (1–2 days) is required for biometric registration and bank account opening. Total processing time: 2–6 weeks.
UAE companies pay 9% corporate income tax on taxable profits above AED 375,000 per year (0% below this threshold). There is no personal income tax, no capital gains tax and no withholding tax on dividends. Qualifying Freezone companies may pay 0% on qualifying income under the QFZP regime.
A Freezone company can be incorporated in 5–10 business days once documents are submitted. Add 2–4 weeks for the investor residence visa (medical, biometrics, Emirates ID) and 2–6 weeks for the bank account. Total from start to fully operational: approximately 4–8 weeks.
Yes. A UAE Freezone company can be formed and operated without a UAE residence visa. The owner does not need to be resident in Dubai to run the company. However, a residence visa is required if you wish to open a personal bank account in the UAE or to qualify as a UAE tax resident (0% personal income tax).
Ready to Start Your Dubai Project?
Book a free consultation with our team — we'll assess your profile and recommend the right structure for your activity, budget and personal goals.
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