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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 

TAX RESIDENCE

Freedom, security and legal tax optimization are reasons why more and more clients are taking up UAE private tax residency or second citizenship. 

THE ADVANTAGES OF A UAE TAX RESIDENCY

The Permanent Residence Visa of the United Arab Emirates, one of the safest countries in the world (crime rate below 0.5%) has many advantages. As a UAE resident, you conduct your international business tax-exempt.  

  • Banking secrecy for asset protection ​

  • 0% income tax

  • 0% - 9% corporate tax (depending on the activity)

  • 0% capital gains tax

  • No automatic data exchange of bank details (banking secrecy) for holders with a UAE residence permit. 

  • 100% capital deposit guarantee with local banks

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HOW CAN I BECOME A TAX RESIDENT?

In addition to an employment relationship, there are essentially 2 options 

BUSINESS SETUP

Requirements 

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  • Local company owner with at least 25% stake in the company (eligible for an investor visa for a period of 3 years).
     

  • Immediate family members also receive a residence permit (spouse, children).
     

  • In order to maintain the status of a UAE resident, it is not necessary to reside permanently in the UAE. Entry every 6 months is the minimum requirement.

     

GOLDEN VISA

Requirements 

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  • A capital contribution or purchase of a property  of at least AED 2 million (EUR, CHF 530,000)
     

  • The investment must remain in place for at least two years after the visa is issued.
     

  • Immediate family members also receive a residence permit (spouse, children).
     

  • The Golden Visa remains valid even if you do not enter the country every 6 months. 

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