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Silicon Oasis of the Middle East

Publications 18 April 2019 Assem Muratova

There are 49 free zones in the UAE, which allows setting up companies in the IT space. Incubators are a unique meeting platform for start-ups and investors with preferential terms. We would like to highlight the most dedicated ones.

EU Blacklist for the UAE: what does it mean and what to expect for businesses?

Publications 27 March 2019 Assem Muratova

On the 12th of March, 2019, the Council of the European Union (hereinafter – the “Council”) have adopted a list of a non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes (hereinafter – the “EU blacklist”).

Overview of foundations regime in the UAE

Publications 10 February 2019 Marsel Shadmanov

The past two years were marked for UAE legislation by great changes: starting from the first ever implementation of foundations regime in the MENA region.

How to secure your estate in the UAE: Basic steps of life planning

Publications 29 January 2019 Assem Muratova

The UAE laws strictly regulate the process of assets distribution upon individual's demise based on Sharia law. That said, death of even non-Muslim expatriate holding assets in the UAE will automatically lead to several matters.

Exempt Supplies

Publications 18 December 2018 Assem Muratova

With effect from the 1st of January, 2018, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has implemented VAT at a marginal rate of 5%.