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Are Food Delivery Apps Right For My Restaurant?

Food delivery apps come at a cost. Are they bringing your restaurant additional business or draining your profits?

100% Foreign Ownership Permitted in the UAE

100% Foreign Ownership of business is now permitted on the UAE mainland, but how attractive will this actually be for foreign investors?

My business is struggling during the pandemic, can I reduce my employee salaries?

Can Abu Dhabi & Dubai companies reduce employee salaries and terminate staff due to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic?

Why Now Is The Right Time To Start Your E-Commerce Business in the UAE

Online retail is booming. With shoppers stuck at home there has never been a better opportunity to reach a highly engaged online audience!

Gateway's Dubai Conference & Exhibition Guide 2020

Plan your business trips in 2020 around Dubai's tradeshows & conferences to maximise your opportunities for doing business in the UAE.

Reminder To Renew Your Corporate PO BOX in Abu Dhabi & Dubai

Remember to renew your corporate PO BOX before the end of January 2020

Company Formation In Abu Dhabi & Dubai - Which Structure Is Right For Your Business?

Confused about what type of business license you need to expand to Abu Dhabi or Dubai? This overview will guide you in the right direction.

Culture : A Fading Western Skill

Guest blog by Jan H de Haldevang of International Culture Pilot discussing the importance of understanding the culture to succeed in the UAE

Does Your Offshore Company Need To Redomicile To A New Jurisdiction?

The need to relocate to a more reputable jurisdiction with real economic substance is stronger than ever.

How To Choose The Best Local Sponsor For Your Business

Choosing the right partner is crucial to the future success of your business. Making a hasty or ill-informed decision could be catastrophic.

New Foreign Branches In The UAE Must Declare More Info

New foreign branches in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are now required to declare more information to the Ministry of Economy during their registration

Business Laws & Regulations You Need To Know In Abu Dhabi

Doing business in Abu Dhabi and Dubai it's essential to know the business laws and regulations to ensure your organisation is compliant.

17 Questions To Determine If You Are Engaging The Best Abu Dhabi Business Set Up Provider

As with most types of corporate services there are a plethora of providers to choose from, but how do you choose which one is right for you?

Will Your Company Expand To The UAE With Increased Foreign Ownership Levels?

The UAE is becoming increasingly attractive for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as it relaxes its restrictions on foreign ownership.

Start Your Business In A UAE Free Zone

Starting a business in a free zone has long been attractive as its perceived to be quick, easy and cost effective to setup.

Why Do You Need A Trade License In Abu Dhabi?

To be doing business legally in Abu Dhabi it is necessary to have a business presence with a trade license.

The Importance Of Due Diligence When Establishing A Company In Abu Dhabi

The importance of due diligence is critical when establishing a company in Abu Dhabi or Dubai.

UAE visa insurance scheme

The UAE's new visa insurance scheme is now launched. How can your organisation reclaim existing visa guarantee deposits?

Business in Abu Dhabi at Christmas

Is business in Abu Dhabi affected at Christmas time? What is the norm? Can you celebrate?

UAE's Foreign Direct Investment Law Aims To Boost FDI

The Foreign Direct Investment Law has been published. It aims to increase FDI into the UAE by opening up foreign ownership levels in LLCs.

4 Tips To Help British Companies expand To Abu Dhabi

Following Gateway's participation at the Going Global exhibition in London, we share our four top tips from the interactions we had.

How To Calculate The Cost Of Work Permits When Processing Visas in Abu Dhabi

Calculating the cost of work permits is a crucial part of calculating the total cost of an expat employee`s visa in Abu Dhabi.

Certificate Of Good Conduct No Longer Required For UAE Employment Visas

Certificate of good conduct is no longer mandatory for all new employment visas in the UAE. Teachers still need one though.

How to Calculate Gratuity in Abu Dhabi (End of Service Benefit)

Calculating Gratuity often causes confusion. So how do you calculate it and how much are employees entitled to?

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