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Trading Company SetupMen's Garment Trading

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This company can engage in the sale of men's garments, including shirts, suits, coats, jackets, socks, ties, and others.

About the company's activities
Types of activities

The following business activity has been selected for the Dubai South company setup:

  • Men's Garment Trading (4771101). Includes reselling men's garments, such as shirts, suits, coats, jackets, socks, ties and others.

The company can engage in up to three business activity types from one industry group under the same license without additional fees.

Additional External Regulator Approvals

No additional approvals are required to register a company conducting this business activity.

Share Capital Requirements

The minimum share capital required for Dubai South company is AED 300,000. Its contribution is optional.

Company Name Requirements
  • Must not contain the names of Allah or God, or any other religious terminology
  • Must not contain geographical names, such as the names of emirates, cities, countries and other landmarks
  • Must not infringe any third party's intellectual property rights
  • Must not violate the UAE laws or contain words that are obscene, indecent or generally offensive
Bank Account

Entrepreneurs can open corporate accounts in traditional banks with physical branches, as well as in digital banks and payment systems.

When choosing a bank to open a corporate account, consider the following: service level, fees, available currencies, online banking performance, bank reputation, as well as other conditions that may be important for your business.

Successfully opening a corporate bank account requires a well-prepared documentation package, which may vary depending on the specific requirements of each bank. Documents submitted incorrectly or incompletely may negatively affect the bank's final decision in processing the application.

About Jurisdiction
Name and Description
  • Title: Dubai South
  • Description:

    Dubai South is a free economic zone (free zone) established in 2006 in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE. Located in the rapidly developing Dubai South district, the free zone is part of a large-scale project spanning 145 km² and is strategically integrated with Al Maktoum International Airport — one of the largest aviation hubs under construction globally. Its prime location near Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and the Etihad Rail network positions Dubai South as a pivotal logistics hub, facilitating efficient import, export, and distribution of goods across international markets.

    The free zone offers a comprehensive business ecosystem designed to support logistics, trade, manufacturing, and service industries. With advanced infrastructure and integration into major transportation corridors, Dubai South provides optimal conditions for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large corporations. Businesses registered in Dubai South are permitted to operate both within the free zone and beyond the UAE.

    Dubai South issues the following types of business licenses:

    • Commercial (wholesale and retail trade)
    • Professional (provision of services)
    • Industrial (manufacturing)

    With its strategic location and seamless connectivity with key transport hubs, Dubai South plays a central role in the global logistics ecosystem. Its state-of-the-art infrastructure, including an international airport, seaport, and extensive transport corridors, significantly accelerates delivery processes and minimizes operational costs. This makes Dubai South an ideal choice for companies focused on sustainable growth, international expansion, and long-term success.

Advantages

The Dubai South company registration provides various benefits and opportunities for entrepreneurs:

  • Access to local and global markets. Companies registered in the free zone can conduct business within the free zone and beyond the UAE. This helps to expand business, create and strengthen partnerships and and enables interaction with clients and partners worldwide.
  • Strategic location. The free zone is situated near Al Maktoum International Airport, one of the largest upcoming aviation hubs, Jebel Ali Port—the largest deep-water port in the region—and the Etihad Rail network. This prime location provides swift access to international transportation routes, establishing the free zone as a vital logistics hub for trade and distribution.
  • Remote company registration. The free zone enables entrepreneurs to establish their business remotely, without the need for physical presence in the UAE, providing convenient access to the registration process from anywhere in the world.
  • Full profit control. The free zone enables foreign entrepreneurs to retain 100% ownership of their company, granting full control over profits and unrestricted capital repatriation outside the UAE. This fosters an optimal environment for strategic financial planning and efficient business management, free from limitations on economic activities.
  • Wide range of business activities. The free zone offers an extensive list of business activities, enabling entrepreneurs to develop projects in various industries, including trade, logistics, manufacturing, e-commerce, and professional services.
  • Tax and customs benefits. The free zone offers corporate tax exemptions and incentives for importing, exporting, and re-exporting goods within its territory. As a designated zone, the free zone exempts goods from VAT under specific conditions, helping businesses reduce their tax burden. These benefits significantly lower operational costs and enhance competitiveness in global markets.
  • Tax and customs benefits. The free zone offers corporate tax exemptions and incentives for importing, exporting, and re-exporting goods within its territory. As a designated zone, the free zone exempts goods from VAT under specific conditions, helping businesses reduce their tax burden. These benefits significantly lower operational costs and enhance competitiveness in global markets.
  • Infrastructure. The free zone offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, including office spaces, warehouse facilities, industrial zones, and land plots for custom-built projects. Integration with the region's major transport hubs streamlines logistics, reducing costs and expediting delivery.
Offices/Premises

Various rental property options are available within Dubai South, provided upon preliminary request and subject to availability:

Coworking:

    1. Smart Desk (from AED 6,140/year). A workspace in the coworking with access up to 5 hours per week during business hours. Included in the registration package 1 Visa, and affords 1 visa quota. An additional 5% of the rental cost will be charged.
    2. Smart Desks (from AED 12,675/year). Two workspaces in the coworking with access up to 5 hours per week during business hours. Included in the registration package 2 Visas, and affords 2 visa quotas. An additional 5% of the rental cost will be charged.
    3. Smart Office (from AED 12,675/year). A furnished office with access up to 5 hours per week during business hours. Included in the registration package 3 Visas. Smart Office affords 3 visa quotas. An additional 5% of the rental cost will be charged.
    4. Private Office. An office with 24/7 unlimited access. The number of visa quotas is determined by the rented area, calculated at 8 sq.m. per visa quota. A refundable deposit will be charged.
    5. Commercial Premises. Retail, warehouse and manufacturing spaces, as well as land plots. A refundable deposit will be charged.
Tax Regime and Profit Management

The UAE imposes a variety of taxes and fees that regulate the financial activities of both legal entities and individuals. Below are the main ones:

  1. Value Added Tax (VAT):
    • Since January 1, 2018, the UAE has implemented a VAT rate of 5%, which applies to most goods and services and is charged to companies operating within the country, except for those registered in designated zones.
    • A Designated Zone is a territory within a free zone that is treated as outside the UAE for tax purposes, allowing goods to be exempt from taxation, provided certain criteria are met. The main taxation rules in Designated Zones are:
      • Designated Zones are listed in the Cabinet Decision to Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax (VAT).
      • Goods tranferred between or within Designated Zones are not subject to VAT.
      • The export and import of goods between a Designated Zone and a foreign company are also VAT-exempt.
    • For local companies and those registered in Non-Designated Zones (free zones not included in the Designated Zones list), the standard tax rules set forth in the Federal Decree-Law on VAT apply.
      • Companies with an annual turnover exceeding AED 375,000 are required to register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) as VAT taxpayers.
      • Companies with a turnover between AED 187,500 and AED 375,000 may register on a voluntary basis.
      • Companies can offset VAT paid on purchases of goods and services (input VAT) against the VAT they collect on sales (output VAT), shifting the tax burden to the final consumer.
      • Some goods and services may be exempt from VAT or taxed at a 0% rate, such as international transportation, educational, and medical services.
  2. Corporate Tax:
    • As of June 1, 2023, the UAE has introduced a corporate tax at a rate of 9%, levied on the taxable net profit of companies with income exceeding AED 375,000.
    • A 0% rate is applied to taxable income not exceeding AED 375,000.
    • Charitable, non-profit organizations and medical institutions are fully exempt from corporate tax.
  3. Excise Tax:
    • Since October 1, 2017, the UAE has introduced an excise tax aimed at reducing the consumption of harmful products and funding healthcare initiatives.
    • The tax applies to alcohol, tobacco products, and beverages containing added sugar, including energy and carbonated beverages.
    • Excise tax rates vary by product category:
      • 50% on carbonated drinks (excluding mineral water)
      • 100% on tobacco products
      • 100% on energy drinks
      • 100% on electronic smoking devices and related liquids
      • 50% on products containing added sugar or sweeteners.
    • Companies dealing with excise goods must register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), submit monthly declarations, and maintain records. Excise tax is paid upon the import, production, or release of goods for consumption in the UAE.
  4. Customs Duties:
    • Custom duties in the UAE are applied to most imported goods at a standard rate of 5% of the cost, insurance, and freight (CIF). Some product categories, such as pharmaceuticals and food items, may be exempt from duties or subject to reduced rates.
    • Goods imported into the UAE's free zones are generally not subject to customs duties as long as they remain within these zones. However, once such goods are moved to the UAE mainland, standard duties apply.
  5. Personal Income Tax:
    • In the UAE, personal income is not subject to taxation.
    • UAE citizens and residents are exempt from paying taxes on their personal income, including salaries, interest, dividends, inheritances, gifts, luxury goods, and capital gains.
  6. Other Local Taxes and Fees:
    • Individual emirates may impose specific local taxes and fees in line with their economic and social needs.
    • These taxes and fees are aimed at supporting public services and implementing infrastructure projects.
Resident Visas

Dubai South offers the following main types of UAE resident visas for foreign investors and company employees:

  • Investor Visa:
    • Issued to foreign investors and entrepreneurs who invest in or acquire companies.
    • Allows for business management, living, and working in the UAE.
    • Grants the right to sponsor family visas.
    • Valid for two years but can be canceled if the investor is absent from the UAE for more than six months.
  • Employment Visa:
    • Issued by the company for its foreign employees.
    • Permits residency and employment in the UAE.
    • Depending on the job position, education and specialization may need to be verified.
    • Valid for two years but can be canceled if the employee is absent from the UAE for more than six months.
    • Can be renewed alongside the employment contract.
  • Dependent Visa (for family members and domestic staff):
    • Issued to the sponsor's family members and accompanying domestic staff (nannies, housekeepers, caregivers, etc.).
    • Permits residency in the UAE.
    • Valid for two years.

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