Join 12,142 Indian companies that launched in Dubai in 2024. Leverage India-UAE CEPA benefits and access Gulf, African, and European markets.
India-Dubai Connection
New Indian companies in Dubai (2024)
Indians living in UAE
Of Dubai startups are Indian-led
India-UAE bilateral trade (2024)
Sources: Dubai Chamber of Commerce, UAE Government, Ministry of Commerce India
In The News
Indian businesses established 12,142 new companies in Dubai in the first 9 months of 2024—more than any other nationality. India-UAE CEPA is a key driver.
Dubai Chamber of Commerce
Official UAE government initiative to attract high-potential Indian startups. Program offers structured expansion framework and funding access.
UAE Government, 2025
Dubai is positioning itself as a global AI hub and actively recruiting Indian entrepreneurs, startups, and tech talent to drive its 2031 AI goals.
Business Standard, 2025
Dubai offers special Golden Visa allocation for Indian entrepreneurs and investors, enabling 10-year UAE residence.
Various Sources
Benefits
Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement offers reduced tariffs and preferential market access for Indian businesses.
3.5 million Indians in UAE—the largest expat group. Strong business networks, Indian food, schools, and cultural events.
Multiple daily flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and other cities. 3-4 hour flight time.
Easy fund transfers between India and UAE. Several Indian banks operate in Dubai including SBI and ICICI.
0% personal income tax vs India's up to 30%. Corporate tax 0-9% vs India's 25-30%.
Use Dubai as your base to access GCC, Africa, and European markets.
CEPA Advantage
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement gives Indian businesses preferential access to UAE markets.
Over 80% of Indian exports to UAE qualify for zero or reduced tariffs under CEPA, including textiles, gems, and machinery.
Indian professionals in 100+ service sectors get preferential access including IT, education, healthcare, and financial services.
Certain professional qualifications recognized between countries, easing work permit processes.
Clear investor-state dispute settlement mechanisms provide security for Indian investments in UAE.
Process
We discuss your business model and recommend Free Zone vs Mainland. Video call in IST-friendly timing.
Gather Indian passport, Aadhaar/address proof, and business plan. We guide you on exactly what's needed.
We submit your application remotely. Name reservation, license application, and MOA handled while you're in India.
Short trip for Emirates ID biometrics and bank account opening. Just 3-4 hours from major Indian cities.
We accompany you to bank meetings. Options include Emirates NBD, Mashreq, SBI Dubai, and ICICI Bank UAE.
Residence visa stamped in your passport. Emirates ID issued. You're now a UAE resident.
Investment
Budget ₹30,000-50,000 for flights and 3-5 nights accommodation for your Dubai visit.
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