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The UAE Commercial Companies Law has introduced four major changes to how businesses can be owned, structured, funded, and relocated.

From multi-class shares and company migration to non-profit structures and private placements, swipe through to see what the reforms could mean for your business.

Speak to Creative Zone for expert guidance.
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The UAE has introduced new federal rules for regulated virtual asset businesses under CMA Decision No. 4/R.M/2026.

Key requirements include:
• Minimum capital of AED 500,000 to AED 4 million
• CMA accreditation for designated senior personnel
• UAE residency for certain senior roles

Separately, businesses covered by the UAE Central Bank’s expanded framework may need to comply by 16 September 2026, with maximum administrative fines reaching AED 1 billion.

💬 Operating a crypto business in the UAE? Speak to our team for licensing, structuring and compliance support.

Most UAE businesses don’t know this rule exists, and the clock is already running. 🔴

Under the UAE VAT Law and Tax Procedures Law amendments effective from 1 January 2026, excess recoverable VAT and credit balances are now subject to a five-year recovery window.

If eligible VAT credits are not claimed, refunded, or used within the permitted timeframe, the right to recover them may expire.

Key deadlines to review:
- Credits from 2018–2020 may fall under the transitional relief window ending on 31 December 2026.
- Credits from 2021 and later should be reviewed based on the tax period in which they arose and the applicable transitional rules.

Reach out to us today and we’ll help you identify what may be recoverable before the deadline hits.

The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) is now the Capital Market Authority (CMA), and this name change comes with important updates for UAE businesses.

Effective 1 January 2026, the CMA’s role expands across capital market regulation, licensing, supervision, and investor protection.

Regulated entities must regularize their position by 1 January 2027.

Swipe through for the key changes and what they could mean for your business.

DIFC is continuing to evolve in 2026, with an updated Crypto Token Framework and new VCC Regulations.

For fintech firms, asset managers, family offices, and investment-led businesses, these updates are worth watching closely.

Thinking about setting up in DIFC? Book a free consultation with Creative Zone. Link in bio.

It is a 10-year residency visa for people contributing to sustainability, environmental protection, climate action, clean energy, and green innovation.

Launched in May 2025, the Blue Visa gives long-term residency to individuals whose work supports the future of the planet.

If you work in environmental science, climate tech, sustainability, or clean energy, this could be a pathway worth exploring.

Comment “BLUE” for the full eligibility breakdown. Link in bio. 📲

Still figuring out which UAE structure is the right fit for your business?

Swipe through for a quick breakdown of the key differences between Free Zone, Mainland, and Offshore setups, and what each one is typically used for.

Speak to a business setup advisor to learn which setup best matches your activity, ownership needs, visa requirements, and long-term plans.