United Arab Emirates
How United Arab Emirates performs
Tax
Light taxes. The United Arab Emirates has one of the lightest tax burdens in the index, 1st of 123. You keep more of what you earn here than in most countries we cover. Personal income tax 0%, corporate tax 0% or 9%, VAT 5%.
Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)
Safety
Average safety. Safety here is about average for the countries we cover: the United Arab Emirates is 62nd of 117.
Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index
Cost of Living
Fairly expensive. Everyday life costs more here than in most countries we cover (93rd of 118). Budget for it.
Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Education
Excellent education. The United Arab Emirates has one of the strongest education and knowledge systems in the index, 23rd of 120. A strong choice for families and for study.
Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index
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The detail behind the scores
Taxation
| Corporate income tax | 0% or 9% Applicable tax rate varies based on nature of the business, significant control of the business and on income earned |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 0% |
| Standard VAT | 5% |
Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.
Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway
- Residence for naturalization
- 30 years3 years for Omani, Qatari, Bahraini 7 years for Arab individual
- Language requirement
- YesProficiency in Arabic language
- Investment Immigration Pathway
- UAE Residence Visa
- Official language
- ArabicEnglish is also widely used
- Dual citizenship
- Allows dual citizenship
1 immigration pathway
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