Connection Middle East

Corporate, legal
and accounting
services in the UAE
and beyond

Connection Middle East provides end-to-end support, from company formation and ongoing corporate support to legal advisory, accounting, tax, banking and immigration services.

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Connection Middle East — Corporate, Legal and Accounting Services in the UAE
QUESTIONS WE HEAR EVERY DAY

Do any of these sound familiar?

Where should I set up my company in the UAE?
How do I open a corporate bank account?
Where should I set up an offshore company?
How should I structure an international business?
How can I get a UAE residence visa?
Which jurisdiction is right for my business?
Who can handle my company's ongoing legal matters?
How do I make a Will in the UAE?
Mainland or Free Zone — which one is right for my business?
Can you review my contract before I sign it?
Do I need to register for Corporate Tax or VAT?
How do I liquidate my company?

These are the questions we help our clients navigate every day.

ABOUT CONNECTION MIDDLE EAST

Connection Middle East is a group of licensed companies built to support businesses beyond a single service or jurisdiction

Our team brings together deep corporate and legal expertise with hands-on experience across the UAE and international markets — from ongoing business matters to complex cross-border projects

500+
Clients
Dubai
Head office
Corporate
Services provider
Legal
Consultancy
International
Partner network
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP & TEAM

The people behind Connection Middle East

Our multidisciplinary team of corporate advisors, legal counsel, and structuring specialists is based in Dubai, supporting your business every step of the way

EGOR NUZHDIN — Founder at Connection Middle East
EGOR NUZHDIN
Founder
EKATERINA NUZHDINA — General Manager at Connection Middle East
EKATERINA NUZHDINA
General Manager
FATIMA KAZIEVA — Head of Accounting & Tax at Connection Middle East
FATIMA KAZIEVA
Head of Accounting & Tax
GULNARA AMANGELDINA — COO at Connection Middle East
GULNARA AMANGELDINA
COO
ANNA TIKHONOVA — Senior Legal Counsel at Connection Middle East
ANNA TIKHONOVA
Senior Legal Counsel
JENNET SEYIDOVA — Corporate Services Manager at Connection Middle East
JENNET SEYIDOVA
Corporate Services Manager
QASIM MOHAMMAD — Banking Relations Manager at Connection Middle East
QASIM MOHAMMAD
Banking Relations Manager
MADURANGA BHARATHA — Accountant at Connection Middle East
MADURANGA BHARATHA
Accountant

Our services

Everything your business needs, in one place

COMPANY FORMATION — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 01

COMPANY FORMATION

  • Mainland & Free Zone Companies
  • Offshore Companies
  • Branches & Representative Offices
  • Holding Companies & SPVs
  • Foundations & Trusts
  • Family Offices
CORPORATE SERVICES — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 02

CORPORATE SERVICES

  • Licence Renewals
  • Corporate Amendments
  • Ongoing Corporate Administration
  • Employment & Labour Support
  • Government Registrations
  • Tenancy Contract Registration
  • PRO Services
  • Company Liquidation
RESIDENCY & IMMIGRATION — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 03

RESIDENCY & IMMIGRATION

  • Investor & Employment Visas
  • Family Visas
  • Golden Visas
  • Freelance Visas
  • Emirates ID
  • Visa Renewals & Cancellations
BANKING & FINTECH — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 04

BANKING & FINTECH

  • Banking Needs Assessment
  • Corporate Bank Accounts
  • Personal Bank Accounts
  • Fintech & Payment Solutions
  • Application Support
  • Post-Opening Support
ACCOUNTING & TAX — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 05

ACCOUNTING & TAX

Delivered in cooperation with our accounting and tax partner.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Corporate Tax Compliance
  • VAT Compliance
  • Financial Reporting
  • Payroll & WPS
  • Audit Support
LEGAL SERVICES — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 06

LEGAL SERVICES

  • Corporate & Commercial Law
  • Contract Drafting & Review
  • Legal Opinions
  • Due Diligence
  • Compliance & Regulatory
  • Dispute Resolution Coordination
  • Wills Drafting & Registration
REAL ESTATE — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 07

REAL ESTATE

  • Sale & Purchase Transactions
  • Land Plot Transactions
  • Property Transfer & Registration
  • Off-Plan Purchases, Completion & Handover
  • Property Acquisitions through Auctions
  • JVs & SPVs for Ownership Structuring
  • Leasing & Mortgage Matters
  • Property Supervision
INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURING — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE
PRACTICE 08

INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURING

  • International Company Formation
  • Cross-border Structuring
  • International Banking
  • Corporate Administration
  • Accounting & Tax Support
  • Legal & Compliance Support
OUR APPROACH

We make it simple — you stay focused

A clear, end-to-end process designed to save you time, reduce complexity and deliver results you can rely on

01

WE LISTEN

You share your goals, questions and requirements. We listen carefully

02

WE ANALYZE

We assess your situation, explore the best options and identify the most effective way forward

03

WE RECOMMEND

You receive a clear solution with scope, timeline and costs before we begin

04

WE TAKE CARE

We manage the process end to end - documentation, approvals, coordination and communication

05

WE STAY WITH YOU

You stay informed, supported and confident while we deliver and beyond

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

CONFIDENTIAL BY DEFAULT

Your information and business matters are always handled with the highest discretion

ONE POINT OF CONTACT

You deal with one person, not multiple providers and departments

END-TO-END SERVICE

We manage the entire process from start to finish

CLEAR & TRANSPARENT

No hidden fees. No surprises. Everything is agreed upfront and communicated clearly

FOCUSED ON YOUR SUCCESS

We are invested in your business and committed to long-term results

Your time is valuable

Let us handle the complexity, so you can focus on what matters most

READY TO GET STARTED?

Book a consultation and let's discuss how we can help

WHERE WE WORK

Cross-border capability rooted in the UAE and expanding across key international corridors

Burj Al Arab, Dubai — Premier UAE Business Jurisdiction
United Arab Emirates
Core Operational Hub

United Arab Emirates

Global connectivity, 100% foreign ownership for most activities, and no personal income tax. Choose a mainland company for broad UAE market access or a specialised free zone; qualifying free zone income may benefit from a 0% corporate tax rate.

UAE Mainland Federal and Emirate-level UAE law
Common Law Jurisdictions DIFC & ADGM
UAE Free Zones & International Registries DMCC, IFZA, Meydan, RAKEZ, RAK ICC and others

Hong Kong

An established gateway to Mainland China and wider Asian markets. Benefit from free capital flows, a common-law framework and a simple territorial tax system with no VAT or sales tax.

Gateway to Asia

Singapore

Build your Southeast Asian headquarters in one of the world’s most connected trade and financial hubs. Singapore’s 29 free trade agreements, 98 double taxation agreements and digital economy agreements help lower trade barriers, reduce double taxation and simplify cross-border digital trade.

Trade & Financial Hub

China

Access a vast consumer market backed by the world’s largest manufacturing base and deeply integrated supply chains. Depending on the activity, entry options include a limited liability company with 100% foreign ownership, a company with a Chinese partner or a non-commercial representative office.

Manufacturing & Market

Kazakhstan

Central Asia’s largest economy with powerful regional connectivity. Launch your business under Kazakhstan law or the AIFC’s English common-law-based framework. Eligible tech companies can unlock targeted tax benefits through Astana Hub, while qualifying priority-sector businesses can access tax and customs incentives in Kazakhstan’s special economic zones.

AIFC & Astana Hub

Uzbekistan

A cost-competitive base for manufacturing, technology and outsourcing. Register a fully foreign-owned LLC in many sectors. Eligible IT Park residents benefit from 0% corporate tax, while qualifying special economic zone projects access tax and customs incentives.

IT Park & Outsourcing

Oman

A strategic alternative to established Gulf hubs, connecting businesses with markets across the GCC, Asia and Africa. Retain 100% foreign ownership in most activities, while qualifying businesses in Sohar, Salalah and Duqm can access customs incentives and tax exemptions of up to 30 years.

Free Zones & Trade

Bahrain

Your gateway to Saudi Arabia, with direct road access and fast links across the GCC. Expand regionally with 100% foreign ownership available for many activities, supported by a mature financial sector and growing fintech and logistics ecosystems.

Fintech & Saudi Access

British Virgin Islands (BVI)

A tax-neutral jurisdiction built for asset holding and cross-border transactions. Structure joint ventures and investment vehicles through a flexible BVI Business Company within an English-common-law-based legal system.

Global Holding & JV

Mauritius

An established international financial centre connecting businesses across Africa and Asia. Structure cross-border operations and investment funds through Mauritius’ Global Business framework, with partial tax exemptions of up to 95% available on qualifying income.

Fund & Global Business

Panama

A stable, dollarized economy serving as the premier gateway to Latin America. Establish regional headquarters under the dedicated SEM regime to access substantial corporate, payroll, and customs tax exemptions.

SEM Regional HQ

Georgia

A strategic Black Sea crossroad with free-trade agreements covering the EU, China, EFTA, and regional markets. Establish a fully foreign-owned LLC, while qualifying businesses in Free Industrial Zones unlock tax and customs advantages.

Free Industrial Zones

Montenegro

A European business presence within an EU-aligned, euro-based economy. Montenegro allows full foreign ownership and unlocks high-growth potential across tourism, real estate, maritime services, and renewable energy.

European Presence

Monaco

Establish a presence in one of Europe’s most exclusive business environments. Monaco is particularly suited to companies working with international high-net-worth clients, with a strong ecosystem in wealth management, private banking, luxury and yachting, with prior government authorisation generally required.

Private Wealth & Family
UAE AUTHORITIES WE WORK WITH

Direct access to UAE licensing authorities and leading free zones

Direct institutional liaison across UAE mainland departments, financial centres and premier free zones

DMCC — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Meydan — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
IFZA — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Dubai South — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
RAKEZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Shams — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Hamriyah — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Ajman AFZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
SRTIP — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
UAQ FTZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
RAK ICC — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Innovation City — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Creative City — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
DMCC — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Meydan — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
IFZA — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Dubai South — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
RAKEZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Shams — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Hamriyah — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Ajman AFZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
SRTIP — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
UAQ FTZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
RAK ICC — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Innovation City — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
Creative City — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE
CLIENT CASES & VERIFIED OUTCOMES

Proven solutions for international entrepreneurs and corporate groups

Cross-Border Investment

UAE Investment and Joint Venture in China

Challenge: Multi-million-dollar investment in a high-tech manufacturing project in China and establishment of a foreign-invested joint venture requiring MoU negotiation, investment structuring, and comprehensive authentication.

Solution: Structured capital contributions and corporate governance, prepared binding transaction documentation with Chinese legal advisers, and managed end-to-end notarisation, consular legalisation, and incorporation.

"We supported the project from early MoU negotiation through binding documentation and legalization to successful incorporation in China"

— International Business Group

Hospitality & Real Estate

End-to-End Structuring and Launch of a Holiday Homes Business

Challenge: Structuring and launch of a UAE holiday homes business across a residential property portfolio, covering developer contract reviews, handover and snagging controls, and tourism compliance.

Solution: Managed developer contract audits, defect rectification, tourism licensing, appointed and onboarded a professional operator, and established the operational management framework.

"Comprehensive launch covering property acquisition, snagging, tourism compliance, and onboarding a professional holiday homes operator"

— Residential Portfolio Investor

Dispute Resolution & RDC

Dubai Commercial Tenancy Dispute

Challenge: Two interconnected proceedings before the Dubai Rental Disputes Center (RDC) involving property owner, head tenant, and client as subtenant following loss of access to commercial premises.

Solution: Formulated a unified legal strategy, coordinated specialist litigation counsel before the RDC, recovered unused rent and security deposit, cancelled outstanding cheques, and secured compensation.

"This unified procedural and commercial strategy safeguarded our position before the RDC, recovered the security deposit, and cancelled outstanding cheques"

— UAE Real Estate Operator

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