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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai is the Middle East's business hub with 0% income tax, world-class infrastructure, and a growing international community. The city offers fast company formation and easy residency – though at high living costs and extreme climate.
Region: menaClimate Zone: desertUpdated: 2026-01-04Data Version: 2026-01medium
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Entry Rule
5Residency Path
1-3 JahreTop Personal Tax
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Climate
City Native- Climate Typedesert
- Climate Comfort Score 1 52 score_1_5
- Temp Summer Avg C42 c
- Temp Winter Avg C20 c
- Rainy MonthsDec, Jan, Feb
- Best MonthsNov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Sources: Open-Meteo Climate API (api);
Environment
Hybrid- Environment Quality Score 1 53 score_1_5
- City Air Quality Referenceiqair_proxy
- Air Policy Strengthmedium
Nature
Country Proxy- Nature Access Score 1 52 score_1_5
- Coast AccessNo
Cost of Living
Country Native- Cost Value Score 1 52 score_1_5
- Col Index Ch 10078 index
- Rent 1br Usd Min2000 usd
- Rent 1br Usd Max4000 usd
- Monthly Budget Usd Min4000 usd
- Monthly Budget Usd Max8000 usd
Safety
Country Native- Safety Stability Score 1 55 score_1_5
- Rule Of Law Bandvery_high
Healthcare
Country Native- Healthcare System Score 1 54 score_1_5
- Healthcare Quality Bandexcellent
Infrastructure
Hybrid- Infrastructure Connectivity Score 1 55 score_1_5
- Internet Mbps120 mbps
- Coworking Presencemany
- International SchoolsYes
Social / Community
Country Native- Social Cultural Fit Score 1 54 score_1_5
- English Accessmedium
Education
Country Native- Education Access Score 1 55 score_1_5
- International SchoolsYes
Residency Access
Country Native- Residency Access Score 1 55 score_1_5
- Visa Option Count3 count
- Entry Duration1-3 Jahre text
Sources: IATA Timatic (dataset); Official Immigration Authorities (documentation);
Residency Path
Country Native- Residency Path Score 1 54 score_1_5
- Temporary Residence1-3 Jahre text
- Permanent Residence AvailableNo
Sources: Official Immigration Authorities (documentation);
Taxes
Country Native- Tax Competitiveness Score 1 55 score_1_5
- Personal Income Tax Estimated Pct10 pct
Everyday Life
Country Proxy- Convenience Daily Life Score 1 55 score_1_5
- Seasonalitymedium
Advantages
- 0% income tax
- Excellent infrastructure
- Easy company formation (2-3 days)
- Global airport hub
- Highest safety
- Multicultural: 200+ nationalities
- 24/7 services
Disadvantages
- Extreme climate (summer 45°C+)
- High living costs
- Car-dependent
- Artificial environment
- Strict laws (alcohol, relationships)
- 9% VAT since 2018
Ideal For
- High-net-worth entrepreneurs
- E-commerce & trading
- Consultants with global clients
- Crypto entrepreneurs
Not Ideal For
- Budget-conscious nomads
- Outdoor enthusiasts
- LGBTQ+ community
- Cultural experience seekers
Field Intelligence
- Housing: Business Bay, JLT, Dubai Marina for expats. Near DIFC for finance. Annual rent often cheaper than monthly.
- Banking: Emirates NBD or Mashreq for easiest account opening. Wise for international transfers.
- Bureaucracy: Prepare government workflows in Dubai with complete documentation.
- Work: DMCC, IFZA or Meydan Freezone for tech/consulting. Note: Mainland vs. Freezone differences.
- Expat friction: Alcohol only in licensed venues. Ramadan: eating/drinking discreet during day. Observe dress code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dubai ranked as top in Atlas?
No. Atlas provides profile data without ranking or recommendation logic.
When was the Dubai profile updated?
lastUpdated: 2026-01-04, dataVersion: 2026-01.
What source logic applies to Dubai?
Atlas follows official > index > proxy > crowdsourced. Crowdsourced is never primary.