What it is
A working tech community, not just an address
Dubai Silicon Oasis is an integrated technology park and free zone. The district contains offices, light industrial space, and residential communities, which means your team can live within walking distance of the workshop. DSO attracts software, electronics, engineering, and R&D firms that want a campus rather than a high rise. Ownership is 100% foreign and DSO entities can access qualifying free zone treatment under the UAE corporate tax regime where conditions are met.
HOW IT WORKS
The path to live operations — Dubai Silicon Oasis
Scoping and alignment
We confirm activities, shareholders, and growth plan and review them against DSO license types.
Drafting and attestations
We prepare application forms, incorporation documents, resolutions, and legalizations.
Premises and licensing
We secure your flexi desk, office, or light industrial unit. Registration, license, and establishment card follow.
Go live
You receive a bank-ready documentation pack. Founder and staff visas are filed.
DOCUMENTATION
What we need to start the process
Shareholder and manager IDs
Passport copies and UAE entry or visa pages for owners and signatories.
Contact and address
Current residential address and contact details.
Corporate shareholders
Legalized company documents, structure chart, and a board resolution approving the DSO setup.
Business profile
Description of products or services, target markets, and any key contracts.
Premises and utilities needs
Preferred office or unit size, visa targets, and any special power or fit out requirements.
Authorization
Power of attorney or engagement letter so we can file, follow up, and collect approvals.
costs and timelines
Clear costs, precise timing
Authority fees
Registration, trade name, and license fees from Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority. Confirmed in writing.
VAT
Register for VAT when taxable supplies reach AED 375,000 in any rolling 12-month period. Voluntary registration is possible from AED 187,500 if you want to reclaim input VAT on imports and operations earlier.
Premises
Flexi desk, office, or light industrial space in DSO, matched to team size and activity.
Corporate tax
DSO sits inside the UAE qualifying free zone regime. Companies that meet the substance and other conditions access the 0% rate on qualifying income, with 9% applying to non-qualifying taxable income above AED 375,000. We assess your position before filing.
Professional services
Advisory on zone choice, legal form, drafting, attestations, and a bank-ready documentation pack, all on a fixed transparent fee.
COMPLIANCE
Stay compliant, protect your status
UBO, ESR, AML, and KYC
Maintain UBO records, Economic Substance filings where relevant, and AML and KYC policies that match your customers, suppliers, and jurisdictions.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add lines, facilities, or new markets.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew license, lease, and establishment registrations on time, with accounting and compliance records kept audit ready.
UBO, ESR, AML, and KYC
Maintain UBO records, Economic Substance filings where relevant, and AML and KYC policies that match your customers, suppliers, and jurisdictions.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add lines, facilities, or new markets.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew license, lease, and establishment registrations on time, with accounting and compliance records kept audit ready.
WHY TAKWEEN
Tech setups where the corporate tax position actually matters
DSO companies often qualify for the most attractive free zone tax relief in the country. Getting the structure right at the start is worth significantly more than the setup fee.
Clear activity story
We explain your business model, main customers and suppliers, and typical transaction flows so bank risk teams understand the business.
Source of funds clarity
We compile shareholder background, capital origin, and major contracts into a concise pack that fits UAE banking expectations.
Governance pack
License, lease, incorporation or branch documents, resolutions, and specimen signatures organized for fast review and internal approvals.
Relationship support
We coordinate bank meetings, respond to questions, and help keep files updated when you add activities, facilities, or new markets.
24/7 Support
On call for status checks and escalations with the zone, banks, and immigration so your project does not stall on paperwork.
FAQS
Straight answers to common questions
Ready to start your UAE business journey?
Share your plan. We will confirm if DSO fits, outline the setup, and run the timeline.