Summary A Non Conviction Certificate in Oman, issued by the Royal Oman Police, confirms you have no criminal record during your time in the Sultanate. The fee depends entirely on who’s applying, RO 3 for Omani citizens, RO 20 for resident expatriates, and around RO 21.5 for former residents applying…
Summary Starting a leather trading business in Dubai involves choosing a business structure, securing a trade license from DET, and sourcing quality leather products, with total setup costs commonly running AED 30,000 to 70,000 depending on scale. Foreign investors can now access 100% ownership through mainland LLCs too, not just…
Summary Registering a company in SAIF Zone, the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone, involves choosing a business activity and legal structure, submitting shareholder documents, and paying registration fees, with the process typically completing within days once documents are complete. Contrary to what some guides claim, companies here aren’t automatically exempt…
Summary A UAE tourist visa can be extended for up to 120 days total, applied for online or through an AMER center, without leaving the country. The in-country extension fee runs close to AED 1,150 including all surcharges, though applying before your original visa expires can cost significantly less. This…
Summary Organizing events in Dubai, whether concerts, theater, festivals, or corporate shows, requires an Entertainment Event License issued through DET, the authority formed when Dubai’s former DTCM and DED merged. Fees commonly range AED 3,000 to 50,000 depending on scale, with processing taking 2 to 10 weeks depending on event…
Summary A Dental Clinic License in Oman requires MOCIIP business registration, MOH facility approval, and OMSB-licensed dentists, with total realistic setup costing OMR 53,500 to 158,000 depending on clinic size. The full licensing and setup process typically takes 3 to 6 months from initial registration to opening day. Setting up…
