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# 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](https://connectionme.ae/images/cme-globe_cover-img.webp)

JURISDICTIONS

We work with

[UAE](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Hong Kong](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Singapore](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [China](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Kazakhstan](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Uzbekistan](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Oman](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Bahrain](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [BVI](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Mauritius](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Panama](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Georgia](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Montenegro](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions) [Monaco](https://connectionme.ae/#jurisdictions)

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

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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

![EKATERINA NUZHDINA — General Manager (GM) at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/nuzhdina.jpg)

EKATERINA NUZHDINA

General Manager (GM)

![EGOR NUZHDIN — Vice President (VP) at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/nuzhdin.jpg)

EGOR NUZHDIN

Vice President (VP)

![FATIMA KAZIEVA — Head of Accounting & Tax at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/kazieva.jpg)

FATIMA KAZIEVA

Head of Accounting & Tax

![GULNARA AMANGELDINA — COO at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/amangeldina.jpg)

GULNARA AMANGELDINA

COO

![ANNA TIKHONOVA — Senior Legal Counsel at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/tikhonova.jpg)

ANNA TIKHONOVA

Senior Legal Counsel

![JENNET SEYIDOVA — Corporate Services Manager at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/seyidova.jpg)

JENNET SEYIDOVA

Corporate Services Manager

![QASIM MOHAMMAD — Banking Relations Manager at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/mohammad.jpg)

QASIM MOHAMMAD

Banking Relations Manager

![MADURANGA BHARATHA — Accountant at Connection Middle East](https://connectionme.ae/images/team/bharatha.jpg)

MADURANGA BHARATHA

Accountant

## Our services

Everything your business needs, in one place

![COMPANY FORMATION — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-company-formation.webp)

PRACTICE 01

### COMPANY FORMATION

- ✓ Mainland & Free Zone Companies

- ✓ Offshore Companies

- ✓ Branches & Representative Offices

- ✓ Holding Companies & SPVs

- ✓ Foundations & Trusts

- ✓ Family Offices

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![CORPORATE SERVICES — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-corporate-services.webp)

PRACTICE 02

### CORPORATE SERVICES

- ✓ Licence Renewals

- ✓ Corporate Amendments

- ✓ Ongoing Corporate Administration

- ✓ Employment & Labour Support

- ✓ Government Registrations

- ✓ Tenancy Contract Registration

- ✓ PRO Services

- ✓ Company Liquidation

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![RESIDENCY & IMMIGRATION — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-residency-visa.webp)

PRACTICE 03

### RESIDENCY & IMMIGRATION

- ✓ Investor & Employment Visas

- ✓ Family Visas

- ✓ Golden Visas

- ✓ Freelance Visas

- ✓ Emirates ID

- ✓ Visa Renewals & Cancellations

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![BANKING & FINTECH — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-banking-fintech.webp)

PRACTICE 04

### BANKING & FINTECH

- ✓ Banking Needs Assessment

- ✓ Corporate Bank Accounts

- ✓ Personal Bank Accounts

- ✓ Fintech & Payment Solutions

- ✓ Application Support

- ✓ Post-Opening Support

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![ACCOUNTING & TAX — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-accounting-tax.webp)

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

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![LEGAL SERVICES — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-legal-services.webp)

PRACTICE 06

### LEGAL SERVICES

- ✓ Corporate & Commercial Law

- ✓ Contract Drafting & Review

- ✓ Legal Opinions

- ✓ Due Diligence

- ✓ Compliance & Regulatory

- ✓ Dispute Resolution Coordination

- ✓ Wills Drafting & Registration

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![REAL ESTATE — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-real-estate.webp)

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

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![INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURING — Corporate & Legal Services in the UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/svc-international-structuring.webp)

PRACTICE 08

### INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURING

- ✓ International Company Formation

- ✓ Cross-border Structuring

- ✓ International Banking

- ✓ Corporate Administration

- ✓ Accounting & Tax Support

- ✓ Legal & Compliance Support

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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?

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WHERE WE WORK

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

![Burj Al Arab, Dubai — Premier UAE Business Jurisdiction](https://connectionme.ae/images/burj-al-arab-dubai.webp)

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](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/dmcc.webp)

![Meydan — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/meydan.webp)

![IFZA — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/ifza.webp)

![Dubai South — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/dubai-south.webp)

![RAKEZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/rakez.webp)

![Shams — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/shams.webp)

![Hamriyah — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/hamriyah.webp)

![Ajman AFZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/ajman-afz.webp)

![SRTIP — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/srtip.webp)

![UAQ FTZ — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/uaq-ftz.webp)

![RAK ICC — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/rak-icc.webp)

![Innovation City — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/rak-innovation-city.webp)

![Creative City — Free Zone & Government Licensing Authority in UAE](https://connectionme.ae/images/logos/creative-city.webp)

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

LET'S TALK

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