Incorporating a Meydan Free Zone LLC for Vietnamese Freelance Developers
Vietnamese freelance developers can establish a Free Zone LLC in Meydan to access global markets and benefit from the UAE's 9% corporate tax framework. This structure provides a legal entity for international contracting while maintaining tax neutrality for services exported from the UAE.
The process requires registration through an authorized agent like Shuraa and compliance with both UAE corporate tax laws and Vietnamese foreign-source income reporting requirements.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- SetupShuraa Business Setup (UAE BSC) setup$7,500
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$4,500
What the tax authority sees
UAE Federal Decree-Law 47/2022 imposes a 9% Corporate Tax on taxable income exceeding AED 375,000, with 0% VAT applicable to services exported outside the UAE.
Circular 111/2013 on foreign-source income; USD conversion rules
Leverage the Meydan Free Zone's digital-first portal via Shuraa to minimize physical travel requirements, ensuring you maintain documented proof of business activity for Vietnamese tax compliance.
- 01Requirement to maintain economic substance in the UAE
- 02Vietnamese Circular 111/2013 reporting of foreign-sourced income
- 03Potential for double taxation if tax residency is not clearly established
From filing to funded bank account
UAE Free Zone (MEYDAN) vs US LLC (Wyoming)
FAQ
Start filing with Shuraa Business Setup (UAE BSC)
Formation typically completes in 2–3 weeks. Use the promo below, then click through to begin the checklist directly on the platform.