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- 2 April 2026
- Company Formation
- 5 min read
Trade licence renewal in Dubai: timelines, costs and penalties
Trade licence renewal in Dubai: the deadlines are unforgiving. What to prepare, when to start, and the late fees if you miss the window on your annual renewal.
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- 16 March 2026
- Accounting and Tax
- 6 min read
VAT registration in the UAE: thresholds, filing and common errors
VAT registration in the UAE turns on turnover: mandatory at AED 375,000, voluntary at AED 187,500. How the thresholds work and the filing errors that trigger penalties.
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- 12 March 2026
- Company Formation
- 6 min read
100 percent mainland ownership: the local sponsor myth
100 percent mainland ownership: since the 2021 Commercial Companies Law reform, a foreigner can own a Dubai mainland company outright for most activities. Which ones still carry conditions.
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Getting a residence visa for a newborn in Dubai