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UAE law, explained in plain English

Practical answers on tenancy, work, family, business and visas. Every article cites the law it is based on.

How to Appoint a Company Manager in the UAE

Learn who can appoint a UAE company manager, what documents are usually needed, and how mainland, free zone and branch filings differ.

Learn the key legal steps, approvals and documents needed to transfer shares in a UAE mainland LLC.

Learn when a UAE company MOA must be amended, who approves it, and when notarisation or free zone filings may apply.

Learn how UAE mainland, free zone and offshore companies differ in licensing, market access, visas, tax and common business uses.