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Dubai South extends stimulus package

Halves fees for setting up firms, licences and renewals

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Dubai South has announced the extension of its incentive package for Business Park and Business Centre clients until the end of the year.

The move, in line with the UAE government’s commitment to support the business community, aims to help companies navigate the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and ensure business continuity during the recovery period.

The stimulus package offers a 50 per cent reduction in Business Centre set up fee, as well as 50 per cent reduction on license fee for new company formation and renewals at the Business Park and Business Centre.

These reductions are available to those who submit their applicatio­ns after July 26, 2020.

For businesses based in its free zone, Dubai South will offer flexible payment plans with easy instalment schemes as well as a waiver of penalties for late renewals and cancellati­ons of contracts and licenses. The extended stimulus package is subject to terms and conditions.

Challengin­g times

“This extension complement­s the recent stimulus package announced by the government and its ongoing efforts to help businesses adjust to the new normal,” Shaikh Ahmad Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporatio­n and President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, DCAA, said.

“The stimulus package is in line Dubai South’s strategic goals to strengthen Dubai’s economy by supporting businesses as well as empower new investors to enter the market. It is our responsibi­lity to support our existing clients and companies who are trying to establish their businesses at Dubai South, particular­ly during these challengin­g times,” Shaikh Ahmad said.

Dubai South’s mission is to support businesses and ultimately help strengthen the emirate’s economy.

By doing so, Dubai South seeks to set an example for other organisati­ons to revitalise market activity, which in turn will reinforce Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most preferred lifestyle and business destinatio­ns.

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