Advisory Services
Investing in Dubai involves more than selecting a unit. Residency, business structure, and banking access are interconnected decisions. These services are available as part of the advisory relationship.
Service
The UAE Golden Visa grants 10-year renewable residency to investors who meet the qualifying threshold. Property is one of the cleanest routes — no business activity required, no employer sponsor.
AED 2M threshold
The minimum property value for Golden Visa eligibility is AED 2,000,000. The property must be registered in your name with Dubai Land Department — off-plan or ready.
Family inclusion
The Golden Visa covers your spouse and dependent children without additional property investment. Each family member receives the same 10-year residency.
Process and timeline
From property registration to visa issuance typically takes 4–8 weeks, depending on documentation readiness. Alessandro coordinates with trusted PRO partners throughout.
Key benefits
No income tax, no minimum stay requirement, ability to sponsor domestic staff, access to UAE banking and financial services, and full freedom to operate a business.
Alessandro will assess your current property holdings or planned investment and outline the most direct path to residency.
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Dubai offers two primary structures for investor-owned companies: free zone entities and mainland LLCs. The right choice depends on your commercial activity, visa requirements, and banking preferences.
Free zone vs mainland
Free zones offer 100% foreign ownership, sector-specific licences, and fast setup timelines. Mainland LLCs allow broader commercial activity across the UAE without restrictions on trade zones.
Costs and structure
Free zone licences typically start from AED 12,000–15,000 annually. Mainland setups involve DED registration and a local service agent or partner in certain activities. Alessandro works with licensed formation agents.
Timeline
Free zone formation can complete within 3–7 business days with correct documentation. Mainland registration typically takes 2–3 weeks through DED.
Visa eligibility
Company formation enables investor visa eligibility, which can then be used to access the banking system and sponsor dependants — a common pathway for investors not using property-based residency.
Alessandro will align your business model with the right jurisdiction and structure, and connect you with vetted formation partners.
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UAE banking is a known friction point for international investors. Account opening requirements are strict, and the approach matters as much as the documentation. Alessandro has navigated this process across multiple jurisdictions and institution types.
Requirements
A valid UAE residency visa is required for personal accounts. Business accounts require company formation documents plus a physical meeting. Source of funds documentation is always required.
Recommended approach
Not all banks are equally accessible to international investors. Alessandro advises on which institutions are most appropriate for your profile — considering minimum balance requirements, digital access, and international wire capabilities.
Timeline
Personal account approval typically takes 2–4 weeks after submission of complete documentation. Business accounts can take 4–8 weeks depending on the institution and commercial activity profile.
Alessandro will assess your residency status, business structure, and source of funds to advise on the right banking pathway.
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