Starting a business and moving to the UAE 
About business relocation to the UAE
Document legalization is the confirmation of the authenticity of official documents issued outside the UAE so that they are legally binding within the country. Simply put, a document issued in Kazakhstan, Russia, or any other country will not be accepted by UAE government agencies unless it has undergone the legalization procedure.
Why move your business to the UAE?
You are free from traditional tax restrictions. The UAE has no income tax, no VAT on exports, no currency controls, and no double taxation with most CIS countries. Your profits remain entirely yours.
The UAE banking system is among the top 10 most reliable in the world. Opening a corporate account here provides financial independence, access to multi-currency transactions, SWIFT transfers, and funds protection in line with international standards.
A company registered in Dubai or Abu Dhabi inspires confidence in clients and investors. It's not an offshore jurisdiction, but a prestigious business jurisdiction recognized in Europe, Asia, and the US. Your contracts, accounts, and licenses provide access to global markets. *More than 70% of entrepreneurs from the CIS expand their sales geography within the first year after relocation.
Unlike European or Asian countries, you can relocate your business to the UAE in 10-14 days. No travel, no bureaucracy, and no month-long wait for inspections. Official Free Zones allow you to open a company completely online, and Aler Consulting handles all the formalities.
The Emirates is one of the safest countries in the world: low crime rates, strict laws, and reliable investor protection. You live in a modern environment with ideal infrastructure, healthcare, education, and climate. And residency status grants long-term residency for you and your family.
Legalization of documents issued in the UAE for use in other countries
Analysis of your current company structure and tax risks
We study your company’s organizational and financial structure, identify potential tax risks, and determine optimal business relocation options. This helps avoid unexpected problems when expanding to the UAE.
Selecting the optimal jurisdiction in the UAE (Mainland / Free Zone / Offshore)
Each jurisdiction has its own specific requirements: capital requirements, licenses, and business rights. We select the optimal option based on your company’s profile, relocation goals, and planned scale of operations.
New Legal Entity Registration and Licensing
We handle all stages of company registration in the chosen jurisdiction: document preparation, obtaining licenses, interacting with government agencies, and complying with all legal regulations.
Residency Visas for Owners and Employees
We organize residence visas for business owners, key employees, and their family members, including obtaining Emirates IDs and related documents.
Bank Account Opening Assistance
We help you choose a bank and account type, collect the necessary documents, and support you in opening a corporate account in the UAE so that your company’s financial transactions are immediately accessible after relocation.
Relocation Support Contracts, IT systems, and inventory balances.
We consult and support the transfer of legal and technological processes, including contracts, IT infrastructure, inventory, and logistics, to ensure business operations continue without downtime.
Organization of accounting and tax support in the UAE.
We provide accounting and tax reporting services in accordance with UAE law, including monitoring compliance with local requirements and optimizing cash flows.
Who is business relocation suitable for?
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1For international companies operating in unstable jurisdictions If your current country of business is plagued by high taxes, bureaucracy, or economic instability, relocating your company to the UAE provides legal security, stability, and access to international markets.
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IT companies, startups, marketing agencies The Emirates offers a favorable environment for digital companies: free zones, preferential tax regimes, and a developed infrastructure for startups, making relocation profitable and accelerating business growth.2
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3For trading and distribution companies Relocation allows you to optimize logistics, expand your sales geography, and gain access to international clients and partners through free zones and specialized sites.
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For trading and distribution companies Relocation allows you to optimize logistics, expand your sales geography, and gain access to international clients and partners through free zones and specialized sites.4
How much does it cost to relocate a business to the UAE?
| Package | Composition | Term | Price |
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| Start Business | Registering a company in the Free Zone, obtaining a license, and legal address | 7-10 days | from 1 900 $ |
| Business PRO | Registration + opening a bank account + residence visa for the owner | 10-14 days | from 3 900 $ |
| Corporate Move | Transfer of an existing company from another country/jurisdiction, audit and updating of documents | 14-20 days | from 6 800 $ |
| Full Relocation | Full business relocation + visas for family/employees + accounting and support | 20-30 days | from 27 500 $ |
Additional services
We help you select and lease commercial premises and warehouses in your chosen jurisdiction, and we also organize logistics processes to ensure your business’s relocation is as smooth as possible and without downtime.
We provide high-quality translation of all necessary documents, their notarization, and legalization for use both in the UAE and abroad, thereby avoiding refusals and delays in official procedures.
We assist with obtaining residence and work visas for employees and their families, finding housing, and resolving issues with educational institutions for children so that the team can quickly adapt to the new country.
Our services:
Comprehensive solutions for launching, maintaining, and growing a business in the UAE.
Answers to questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions
Analysis of the current company structure and tax risks
Selecting the optimal jurisdiction in the UAE (Mainland / Free Zone / Offshore)
Registration of a new legal entity and licensing
Visa processing for owners and employees
Assistance with opening a bank account
Transfer of contracts, IT systems, and inventory
Organization of accounting and tax support
Selecting and leasing support for offices, warehouses, and logistics
Translation, legalization, and apostille of documents
Employee relocation: visas, housing, schools (upon request)
