While starting a business in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you have to be familiar with the concepts “mainland”, “freezone”, and “offshore
When starting a business in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you must be familiar with the terms "mainland", "freezone", and "offshore". All three jurisdictions offer advantages and disadvantages, as well as business opportunities for entrepreneurs with varying priorities. Priorities can be based on the type of business entity, the company's business activity, and your intended trading partners. This article will explain the differences between offshore, mainland, and free zones in the UAE.














