Expand into Dubai & the UAE
Maera guides entrepreneurs, investors, and high-net-worth individuals through structured, tax-aware entry into the United Arab Emirates.
We work with internationally minded individuals who:
Want geographic diversification
Seek residency optionality
Are expanding into the Middle East
Want to invest in Dubai
Need global structuring
Our clients come from:
United States
Latin America
Europe
International markets
Why Dubai... and Why Now?
Personal Income Tax
Corporate Tax
Above AED 375,000 threshold
Capital hub connecting Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Fast-growing real estate market.
Residency-friendly environment.
Politically stable and business-oriented region.
Structuring First.
Execution Second.
Before any company is formed or property is acquired, we evaluate:
Tax residency
Current corporate structure
Existing asset protection setup
Estate planning exposure
Reporting obligations
Long-term mobility goals
Three Strategic Pathways
Each pathway is tailored to your objectives, structure, and timeline.
FOR THOSE WHO:
- Want a Plan B residency.
- Are considering relocation.
- Want to create operational presence in UAE.
- Seek a holding structure.
WE STRUCTURE:
- Free Zone or Mainland company.
- Residency visa pathways.
- Banking setup.
- Accounting and compliance.
- Integration with existing global entities.
For capital allocators and HNWIs.
WE ASSIST WITH:
- Real estate acquisitions.
- Golden Visa qualification.
- Structured investment analysis.
- Legal due diligence.
- Risk evaluation.
BEFORE INVESTING, WE ASSESS:
- Tax implications in your home country.
- Capital repatriation exposure.
- Estate planning consequences.
- Holding structure efficiency.
For companies entering Middle Eastern markets.
WE ASSIST WITH:
- Market entry structuring.
- Group reorganization.
- Holding entities.
- Local partnerships.
- Regulatory alignment.
Three Strategic Pathways
Each pathway is tailored to your objectives, structure, and timeline.
Residency & Corporate Presence in Dubai
FOR THOSE WHO:
- Want a Plan B residency.
- Are considering relocation.
- Want to create operational presence in UAE.
- Seek a holding structure.
WE STRUCTURE:
- Free Zone or Mainland company.
- Residency visa pathways.
- Banking setup.
- Accounting and compliance.
- Integration with existing global entities.
Investment in Dubai
For capital allocators and HNWIs.
WE ASSIST WITH:
- Real estate acquisitions.
- Golden Visa qualification.
- Structured investment analysis.
- Legal due diligence.
- Risk evaluation.
BEFORE INVESTING, WE ASSESS:
- Tax implications in your home country.
- Capital repatriation exposure.
- Estate planning consequences.
- Holding structure efficiency.
Business Expansion into the GCC
For companies entering Middle Eastern markets.
WE ASSIST WITH:
- Market entry structuring.
- Group reorganization.
- Holding entities.
- Local partnerships.
- Regulatory alignment.
New York
Dubai
- Western compliance expectations
- Middle Eastern regulatory frameworks
- Banking realities
- High-net-worth structuring
The Process
- 01Complete a Strategic Profile
- 02Internal review
- 03Private structuring consultation
- 04Customized action plan
- 05Execution in UAE
- 06Ongoing compliance and structuring support
We work with serious profiles seeking long-term positioning.
A capital diversification strategy
A residency planning tooL
A geopolitical hedge
A regional business anchor
A wealth structuring opportunity
FAQ
Dubai does not have personal income tax. However, there is a 9% corporate tax applied above certain profit thresholds. Additionally, your home country may have its own tax obligations, which is why proper structuring is essential.
Yes. Residency pathways include company formation or qualifying real estate investment, which may also qualify for programs such as the Golden Visa, depending on the investment level.
Many parts of the process can start remotely. However, certain steps such as biometric registration or residency activation, may require a visit to the UAE.
No. Dubai is a global business and capital hub, widely used as a base for international companies expanding into the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
No. We do not operate as real estate brokers. Instead, we coordinate with local property partners and legal advisors to ensure any investment fits within your overall strategy.
