Dubai company setup for Singapore citizens
Singaporean businesses use Dubai as a gateway to the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.
Points to review
- Singapore tax residence depends on where you normally reside and days in Singapore.
- The Singapore–UAE tax treaty allocates taxing rights between the two hubs.
- Group structures: consider whether the UAE company should sit under a Singapore holding company or alongside it.
Practical points
Singapore citizens can visit the UAE without a prior visa, and Singapore licences can generally be exchanged.
Official sources
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