Last updated: March 28, 2026
AFTER DUBAI SERVICES
Business Setup Services After Dubai
Launch your company in Bali, Thailand, Portugal, Georgia, or Malaysia — with expert guidance on tax, legal, and compliance.
Start a Business After Leaving Dubai
Many Dubai expats are entrepreneurs who built successful businesses in UAE free zones. When relocating, the natural question is: how do I replicate or improve my business structure in a new country? After Dubai business setup service guides entrepreneurs through company formation, tax optimization, banking, and compliance in each of our five destination countries.
Each destination offers unique advantages. Indonesia PT PMA structure allows 100% foreign ownership in many sectors. Thailand BOI incentives offer tax holidays for qualifying businesses. Portugal startup visa provides EU access for tech entrepreneurs. Georgia 1% small business tax is among the lowest in the world. Malaysia Labuan structure offers favorable international tax treatment.
What is the easiest country to start a business after Dubai?
Georgia ranks as the easiest country for business setup, with same-day company registration, minimal capital requirements, and a 1% tax on turnover for small businesses. Indonesia PT PMA setup takes 2-4 weeks and allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors. Thailand company formation takes 1-2 weeks. Portugal and Malaysia require more documentation but offer access to larger markets (EU and ASEAN respectively).
Business Setup by Destination
Indonesia (Bali)
PT PMA foreign company: 100% ownership, $50K minimum investment. Setup: 2-4 weeks, $2,000-$4,000. Tax: 22% corporate, 0.5% for MSMEs.
Thailand
Thai Ltd company: requires Thai shareholders (49/51 structure or BOI). Setup: 1-2 weeks, $1,500-$3,000. Tax: 20% corporate, BOI tax holidays available.
Portugal
Unipessoal Lda: 100% foreign ownership, EUR 1 minimum capital. Setup: 1-2 weeks, EUR 500-$2,000. Tax: 21% corporate, NHR benefits.
Georgia
LLC or IE: Same-day registration, no minimum capital. Setup: 1 day, under $300. Tax: 1% small business, 15% corporate (on distribution only).
Can I keep my Dubai free zone company while living abroad?
Yes, in most cases you can maintain a UAE free zone company while residing in another country. However, this requires careful tax planning as you may become tax resident in your new country, potentially creating dual obligations. We work with international tax advisors to structure arrangements that are compliant in both jurisdictions. Some clients choose to maintain a UAE entity for specific clients while establishing a local company in their new destination for day-to-day operations.