u/Classic-Moose4127

Thinking of relocating to UAE to set up a digital company - is it still a good move in 2026?

I'm currently based in Europe, working as a freelancer with clients mostly in the US and Europe. I'm Muslim and have been planning to move to the UAE (likely Dubai or Abu Dhabi) to open a digital/remote company there - mainly for tax efficiency, lifestyle, and being in a Muslim-majority country.

My concern: given the regional tensions and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, is the UAE still a safe and stable option for a long-term business base? Or should I be looking at alternatives somewhere else?

Would love to hear from people who are already based there or have gone through the company setup process recently. Any honest takes appreciated - good and bad.

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u/Classic-Moose4127 — 4 days ago
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Thinking of relocating to UAE to set up a digital company - is it still a good move in 2026?

I'm currently based in Europe, working as a freelancer with clients mostly in the US and Europe. I'm Muslim and have been planning to move to the UAE (likely Dubai or Abu Dhabi) to open a digital/remote company there - mainly for tax efficiency, lifestyle, and being in a Muslim-majority country.

My concern: given the regional tensions and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, is the UAE still a safe and stable option for a long-term business base? Or should I be looking at alternatives somewhere else?

Would love to hear from people who are already based there or have gone through the company setup process recently. Any honest takes appreciated - good and bad.

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u/Classic-Moose4127 — 4 days ago