Press release · VIVOS UAE
VIVOS Group Expands Global Presence with Launch of Dubai Corporate Services Office
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 1 October 2026: VIVOS, a global corporate services firm, announces the opening of its new office in Dubai, marking an important milestone in the company’s international growth and establishing its presence in the United Arab Emirates.
VIVOS establishes a strategic presence in Dubai, strengthening its global footprint and providing businesses with the expertise to establish, operate and grow in the UAE.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Office | Business Bay, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Legal entity | VIVOS Corporate Services L.L.C. |
| Licence | Dubai Commercial Licence No. 1638200 |
| Announced | 1 October 2026 |
| Led by | Neelam Bhatia and Shafran Ally, Partners, Corporate Services & Advisory |
| Services | Mainland and free zone company formation, licensing, visas, bank account opening support, accounting, corporate tax and VAT, compliance, corporate secretarial |
| Group footprint | Offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the UAE; teams in China and India |
| Contact | +971 56 408 7384 | contactvivos.uae@vivos.com.sg |
Strategically positioned between East and West, the UAE continues to attract significant international business and investment, underpinned by a competitive tax environment, global connectivity and an evolving regulatory landscape. At the heart of this growth, Dubai serves as a gateway for businesses seeking to establish and expand across the Middle East and beyond.
From its Dubai base, VIVOS will provide an integrated suite of corporate services supporting clients throughout the lifecycle of their business, from jurisdiction and corporate structure selection to company formation, licensing, banking, visas, compliance, accounting and tax, and ongoing corporate governance.
Going beyond transactional support, VIVOS UAE combines on-the-ground regulatory knowledge and established relationships with government authorities with a partner-led approach that keeps senior expertise closely involved throughout each engagement. Its partners have collectively supported the incorporation of more than 500 companies in the UAE, bringing extensive local experience to entrepreneurs, growing businesses and multinational organisations alike.
The opening expands VIVOS’ international footprint to four full-service markets across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the UAE, bringing together local expertise and cross-jurisdictional capabilities to support businesses operating and growing internationally.
The Dubai office will be led by Neelam Bhatia and Shafran Ally, Partners – Corporate Services & Advisory. Together, they bring extensive experience in financial services, corporate structuring and company formation, along with in-depth knowledge of the UAE regulatory landscape.
Who leads VIVOS UAE
Neelam Bhatia, Partner, Corporate Services & Advisory
With more than 20 years of experience across the UAE and GCC, Neelam Bhatia has held senior positions with institutions including Nomura, EFG Bank and Barclays Wealth, and brings extensive expertise across business establishment, corporate structuring and financial services.
“Establishing a business in the UAE is about more than completing formalities, it’s about creating the right foundation for growth. Drawing on international financial services experience and deep knowledge of the UAE business landscape, we help clients make informed decisions, structure their businesses effectively, and navigate every stage of their expansion with confidence.”
— Neelam Bhatia, Partner, VIVOS UAE
Shafran Ally, Partner, Corporate Services & Advisory
Having spent more than 27 years in Dubai, Shafran Ally brings over a decade of professional experience across banking and corporate services, including eight years specialising in UAE company formation, licensing and corporate structuring across mainland and free zone jurisdictions.
“Building a successful business in the UAE starts with getting the foundations right. The choice of jurisdiction, licensing structure and compliance framework are not simply administrative decisions; they are strategic ones that can shape how a business operates and grows. Our role is to bring clarity to those decisions from the outset, giving our clients the confidence to establish, operate and grow successfully in the UAE.”
— Shafran Ally, Partner, VIVOS UAE
At the heart of VIVOS is a clear conviction: every entrepreneur should have the opportunity to thrive globally. With the opening of its Dubai office, VIVOS brings this ambition to the UAE, combining senior-level guidance, in-market expertise and international reach to transform the complexities of cross-border business into a clear and confident path forward.
“VIVOS is excited to expand our regional corporate services platform to the UAE – investing in the future of the UAE as a key global business and investment platform for entrepreneurs, investors and family offices.
“Our clients have long asked us to extend our support to the UAE, so today we are pleased to bring the full VIVOS service offering of personalised service, real expertise and end to end solutions to our clients new and old across the Emirates.”
— Ivan McAdam O’Connell, Group Managing Director, VIVOS Group
For businesses considering the UAE as their next market, VIVOS UAE offers a partner for every stage of the journey – from establishing the right foundations to navigating growth for the long term.
About VIVOS UAE
VIVOS UAE is a partner-led corporate and professional services firm specialising in company formation, licensing, visa services, regulatory compliance and corporate secretarial support. Part of the VIVOS Group, with a presence across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, India and the UAE, the firm combines deep local expertise with the international capabilities of a growing global network.
Based in Dubai, VIVOS UAE supports entrepreneurs, investors, family offices, SMEs and international enterprises looking to establish, structure and grow their businesses in the UAE, providing senior-led guidance throughout every stage of their journey.
About VIVOS Group
VIVOS Group is a corporate services, immigration and business advisory group founded in Singapore in 2024 and headquartered at 14B Stanley Street, Singapore. It operates licensed entities in Singapore (VIVOS Pte. Ltd.), Malaysia (VIVOS (M) Sdn. Bhd.), Hong Kong (VIVOS Corporate Services (HK) Ltd.) and the UAE (VIVOS Corporate Services L.L.C.), with teams in China and India. More at vivosgroup.com
Media contact
Shafran Ally, Partner, VIVOS UAE
+971 56 408 7384 · contactvivos.uae@vivos.com.sg
Frequently asked questions
Where is VIVOS’s Dubai office?
VIVOS’s Dubai office is in Business Bay, Dubai. It operates as VIVOS Corporate Services L.L.C. under Dubai Commercial Licence No. 1638200 and is part of Singapore-headquartered VIVOS Group.
Who leads VIVOS UAE?
VIVOS UAE is led by Neelam Bhatia and Shafran Ally, Partners, Corporate Services & Advisory. Neelam Bhatia has more than 20 years of experience across the UAE and GCC, including senior roles with Nomura, EFG Bank and Barclays Wealth. Shafran Ally has spent more than 27 years in Dubai, with eight years specialising in UAE company formation, licensing and corporate structuring.
What services does VIVOS provide in the UAE?
VIVOS provides jurisdiction and structure selection, mainland and free zone company formation, trade licensing, bank account opening support, residence and employment visas, accounting, corporate tax and VAT, regulatory compliance and corporate secretarial support.
Can VIVOS set up both mainland and free zone companies in the UAE?
Yes. VIVOS advises on and forms both. The choice affects where a company can trade, its office and visa options, and its tax treatment: taxable income above AED 375,000 is taxed at 9%, while a Qualifying Free Zone Person can keep a 0% rate on qualifying income if it meets the conditions, including the de minimis test.
Is UAE Small Business Relief still available to new companies?
Yes. The UAE Ministry of Finance announced on 7 August 2026 (Ministerial Decision No. 131) that Small Business Relief is extended to tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2029. Resident businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less can elect for it; Qualifying Free Zone Persons and members of multinational enterprise groups cannot.
How do I contact VIVOS UAE?
Call +971 56 408 7384, email contactvivos.uae@vivos.com.sg, or use the contact form at vivosgroup.com/ae/contact/.
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