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Free Zone First, Mainland Later? What the UAE’s New Re-Domiciliation Rules Mean for Company Formation in 2026
For two decades, the first question in UAE company formation carried unusual weight: mainland or free zone? The choice felt permanent. Getting it wrong meant liquidating the company, surrendering the licence and starting again, with all the cost, disruption and lost history that entails. That pressure has now eased. Quietly, and with less fanfare than
EER Middle East Welcomes Saloni Dalal as Global Mobility Manager
EER Middle East is delighted to welcome Saloni Dalal to the team as Global Mobility Manager. With more than 10 years of experience across global mobility, business development and strategic growth, Saloni brings a wealth of commercial expertise and regional knowledge that will further strengthen EER Middle East’s ability to support clients with seamless international
Company Formation in Saudi Arabia: Your 2026 Guide for Foreign Investors
Most companies looking at the Gulf start with the UAE. They map out free zones, weigh up Dubai against Abu Dhabi, and build a plan around rules they already half understand. Then they look south, see the scale of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 programme, and ask the obvious question: how do we actually set up
Welcoming Lizzie Daniell to EER Middle East
EER Middle East is pleased to announce the appointment of Lizzie Daniell as Country Manager for Saudi Arabia. Based in our Riyadh office, Lizzie will lead operations across the Kingdom and support the continued growth of our services. Saudi Arabia continues to attract international investment and talent. As a result, demand for expert relocation, immigration
The Importance of Community
They say you only truly know your strength when you are tested, but that is also when you find out your capacity for grace and kindness. In recent weeks the Middle East region has certainly been tested, and it has shown how strong it can be, but, perhaps more impactfully, its nations, governments and people
March 27, 2026
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Why Cultural Awareness Training Is Vital to the Saudi Arabia Relocation Process
There are certain universal truths that apply to all companies, no matter what their size, their remit or their location. One of the most evident is that people are the true drivers of business success. The right talent can transform your organisation’s trajectory, so you need to make sure you can access, attract and retain
The Figures You Need to Know About Relocation to the UAE and Saudi Arabia
They say numbers don’t lie, so we have gathered all the most important facts and figures from 2025 to show why the UAE and Saudi Arabia are the destinations to watch. Here are the top data-led facts you need to know about both locations to understand why individuals, entrepreneurs and investors are considering relocation to
Looking Back on 2025: The Three A’s That Shaped Our Year
As we step into 2026, it feels important to pause and reflect on the year just gone. 2025 was a defining year for EER Middle East. It challenged us, inspired us and reinforced what truly matters as we continue to grow across the region. When we look back, three themes stand out above all else.
A guide to getting a UAE Golden Visa
Seeking long-term residency in the pro-business, culture-rich, and ultra-modern environment of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)? Designed to attract the best of the best, from high-net-worth (HNW) individuals to outstanding humanitarian pioneers, a sought-after Golden visa offers a range of exclusive benefits. In this comprehensive guide, we outline exactly how to get a Golden visa
October 29, 2025
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