UAE residency = zero personal income tax + favorable corporate tax + world-class business environment. Here's how to get it and optimize your structure.

Why UAE Residency Matters

Tax Advantages: Zero personal tax, zero corporate tax (free zones), no capital gains tax, no withholding tax, favorable estate planning

Business Benefits: Strategic location, modern infrastructure, business-friendly, strong banking, excellent reputation

UAE Residency Options

Golden Visa (10 Years): Long-term residency, no sponsor needed, family included, multiple entries. Available for investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, scientists, students.

Employment Visa: Through UAE employment, company sponsorship, 2-3 year renewable, family sponsorship available

Investor Visa: Business or property investment, various levels, long-term options, family included

Business Setup Visa: Through free zone or mainland company, investor visa options, family sponsorship

Corporate Tax Optimization

Free Zone Companies: Zero tax (with conditions), 100% ownership, no local partner, multiple zones. Must maintain substance.

Mainland Companies: Operate throughout UAE, local market access, 9% tax (with exemptions), may need local partner

Tax Strategies: Choose optimal structure, maximize free zone benefits, optimize transfer pricing, maintain substance, ensure compliance

Structuring Your Business

Holding Structures: Hold assets through UAE companies, optimize tax, protect assets

Operating Structures: Operate through UAE entities, access markets, optimize tax, maintain compliance

Hybrid Structures: Combine free zone + mainland, optimize for different activities

Compliance Essentials

Residency: Meet stay requirements, maintain valid visa, renew permits, comply with regulations

Corporate: Annual filings, financial statements, tax returns, beneficial ownership reporting, substance requirements

Bottom Line: UAE residency offers massive tax benefits. Get it right with proper structuring and compliance.

Ready to explore UAE residency? Contact Foreign Boss to discuss residency options and tax optimization strategies.