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How do I choose the right local partner in Dubai/ Abu Dhabi/ UAE/ Oman/ Qatar?

How do I choose the right local partner in Dubai/ Abu Dhabi/ UAE/ Oman/ Qatar?

Choosing the right Local Sponsor can be challenging, there are some considerations to check before deciding which sponsor will be most suitable for your business.

  1. You must ensure the Local Sponsor is a UAE/GCC national, and in some cases the emirate they are from can help to get certain approvals required to obtain a mainland Trade Licence. For example, to work with ADNOC in Abu Dhabi you will require Supreme Petroleum Council (SPC) Approval. This kind of approval would require an Abu Dhabi-born Local Sponsor.
  2. Corporate VS Individual Local Sponsor - you may want to think about whether you would like to choose an Individual or Corporate Local Sponsor. To avoid potential risks and ensure you maintain control of your business and profits you could consider a Corporate Local Sponsor. The main advantages being that a Corporate Sponsor will not get involved in your business, they allow the 49% shareholder to retain 100% profits and provide an easy exit clause. To ensure the agreements are met, legally binding side agreements are prepared to ensure full protection for all parties.


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