Incorporating a Meydan Free Zone LLC for Spanish Consultants
Spanish consultants can establish a Meydan Free Zone LLC to manage international revenue under the UAE corporate tax framework. This structure allows for 100% foreign ownership and access to the UAE's double taxation treaty network.
Founders must evaluate the interaction between UAE tax residency and Spanish tax obligations, particularly regarding controlled foreign corporation (CFC) regulations and the Beckham Law regime.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- SetupVirtuzone (UAE BSC) setup$12,900
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$5,500
What the tax authority sees
UAE Federal Decree-Law 47/2022 Article 3 imposes a 9% Corporate Tax on taxable income exceeding AED 375,000, with 0% VAT applicable to services exported outside the UAE.
Beckham Law regime; autónomo alternative comparison
Compare the 9% UAE CT against the Spanish Beckham Law (24% flat rate on income up to €600k) to determine if the UAE entity provides a genuine net tax advantage for your consulting revenue.
- 01Spanish CFC rules may attribute UAE income to your personal tax base
- 02Requirement to maintain economic substance in the UAE
- 03Potential permanent establishment risk in Spain if managed remotely
From filing to funded bank account
UAE Free Zone (MEYDAN) vs US LLC (Wyoming)
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