Can a Liquidated Company Be Reactivated in the UAE?
Company Status & Restoration A company has closed. Its owners have moved on. Then an old customer calls, or a new opportunity appears. Can the business simply open again? The answer depends on what happened to its legal registration—not only on whether its office doors are closed. A licence that has expired, a company struck […]
Closing a Branch Office in the UAE: Steps & Documents
MAK | UAE branch closure guide Closing a Branch Office in the UAE is not simply a matter of returning your keys. The branch may still have a trade licence, employee permits, bank records and government registrations that need formal closure. Here is the good news: when you know who issued the licence and who […]
Employee Gratuity & End-of-Service Settlement During Liquidation
UAE employment and company closure guide When a UAE company closes, the team still needs to be paid. Owners often focus on the trade licence, debts and final accounts. But employee gratuity, unpaid wages and unused leave should be reviewed just as carefully. A clear settlement record can prevent disputes and make the closure process […]
Branch vs Subsidiary vs Representative Office in UAE
Expanding into the UAE can open doors to new customers, regional partnerships, and international business opportunities. However, foreign companies must choose the right legal structure before establishing a local presence. A branch, subsidiary, and representative office serve different purposes, and selecting the wrong option can create unnecessary costs and operational limitations. For businesses planning an […]
Mergers & Acquisitions in UAE: What Business Owners Should Know
Mergers & Acquisitions in UAE: What Business Owners Should Know Mergers and acquisitions in UAE have become a mainstream route to growth, succession, and market entry. Foreign investors are drawn by the country’s business-friendly reforms, and many founders who built companies over the last two or three decades are now planning exits. But a deal […]
Sharjah Free Zone Company Setup: SPC & Hamriyah Free Zone Guide
Choosing the right route for company setup sharjah can save you thousands of dirhams and months of delays. Sharjah’s free zones offer low entry costs and fast licensing, but they serve different business types. This guide compares two popular options, Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Free Zone and Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA), using official sources. What […]
Shareholders’ Agreement in UAE: Key Clauses Every Business Needs
A shareholder agreement is the private contract that decides who controls a business, how profits are shared, and what happens when partners disagree or want out. UAE law does not require a written one, but without it you rely on company law and the company’s constitution alone, which rarely cover deadlocks, exits, or investor protections. […]
General Trading License in Dubai: Cost, Activities & Process
A general trading licence lets one company import, export, and sell many unrelated product categories. That is why traders prefer it over single-activity licenses. This guide explains what a trading licence dubai setup costs, which activities it covers, and the steps to get licensed on the mainland or in a free zone. What Is a […]
Employee Visa Cancellation During Company Liquidation in UAE
Employee closure obligations When a UAE company closes, employee visas do not simply disappear with the trade licence. The employer must first review employee rights, settle amounts owed, and complete the correct work-permit and immigration steps. Missing one of these tasks can delay an otherwise well-planned company liquidation. This guide explains the process in plain […]
Offshore Company Strike Off vs Liquidation (JAFZA/RAK ICC/Ajman)
Closing an Offshore Company in the UAE requires choosing the appropriate legal exit procedure. Although company strike off and company liquidation may both result in a business ceasing to operate, they are not interchangeable. The right option depends on the company’s financial position, outstanding liabilities, assets, and registration authority. For businesses registered with Jebel Ali […]
