Tag: Free Zone

Apr 07
UAE Gratuity Calculation for JAFZA, DMCC and DIFC Staff

If you work in a UAE free zone, your gratuity depends on which zone you are in. JAFZA and DMCC usually follow the standard UAE end-of-service formula based on last basic salary, while DIFC uses DEWS for service from 1 Feb 2020 onward, so a normal lump sum calculator can give the wrong answer. That […]

Apr 06
DIFC and ADGM Employees: How DEWS Replaces Gratuity and What You’re Owed (2026 Guide)

If you work in Dubai’s DIFC or Abu Dhabi’s ADGM, the traditional end-of-service gratuity no longer applies. Instead, the Dubai Employee Workplace Savings Scheme (DEWS) in DIFC — and the equivalent mandatory savings scheme in ADGM — replaces it entirely. This 2026 guide explains exactly what you’re owed, how the schemes work, how to calculate […]

Feb 20
Free zone vs mainland for a solo founder, how to pick based on your exact business model

If we’re setting up a UAE company as a solo founder, the free zone vs mainland decision can feel like picking a lane before we’ve even built speed. The truth is simpler: the right choice depends less on what sounds “easier” and more on how we plan to make money, who pays us, and where […]

  • Business Setup
Feb 19
Best business setup consultants in Dubai free zone (how to choose well)

The best business setup consultants in Dubai free zones do three things well, they match the right free zone and licence to your activity, they give clear, itemised costs, and they manage paperwork from incorporation to visas and basic banking support. They also tell you what can’t be promised, because approvals and bank onboarding vary. […]

  • Business
Jun 18
Dubai Internet City Free Zone: The UAE’s Technology Launchpad

TL;DR: Key Insights on Dubai Internet City Free Zone Dubai Internet City (DIC) has changed how tech businesses view the UAE. Since launching in 1999, DIC has become the region’s top free zone for technology, digital, and innovation-driven firms. The numbers tell a strong story: over 1,600 registered companies, including household names like Microsoft, Oracle, […]

Apr 10
Start Your Business in the UAE: Free Zone, Mainland & Offshore Explained

Everything You Need to Know About Business Setup in the UAE Introduction The UAE is one of the most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. Its business-friendly environment, strategic location, and tax benefits provide excellent opportunities for companies of all sizes. Whether you’re launching a startup or expanding an existing business, understanding the basics […]