Ecommerce Dubai has become one of the most dynamic segments of the global economy. For Romanian entrepreneurs who want to cross borders and sell products or services in the European Union, the United States and Asia, Dubai is a real international hub. With a single Emirate-registered firm, you have access to logistics infrastructure, friendly taxation and partnerships that can scale your business globally.

Why choose Dubai for ecommerce

Dubai is more than just a place for companies to start — it's a digital ecosystem created specifically for online merchants.

Essential advantages:

• Strategic geographical position between Europe, Asia and Africa.

• Top logistics and digital infrastructure.

• Government policies favorable to online commerce.

• Competitive taxation, including 0% VAT on exports.

How to open an ecommerce business in Dubai

You have two major options:

1. Free Zone for ecommerce

• Dedicated areas, such as Dubai CommerCity.

• Ideal for entrepreneurs who sell internationally.

• 100% foreign ownership and fast licensing processes.

2. Mainland for ecommerce

• Direct access to the Emirate market.

• Possibility to work with local distributors.

• Requires a local service agent.

For Romanian entrepreneurs interested in international sales, Free Zones are usually the most effective choice.

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Dubai ecommerce and access to global markets

A company registered in Dubai gives you the chance to sell in three large markets at once:

• UE— direct logistic links, fast deliveries.

• USA— integration with global marketplaces (Amazon, Shopify.com).

• AsiaThe most dynamic ecommerce market in the world.

Tax benefits for ecommerce Dubai

• 0% tax on dividends (compared to 16% in Romania as of July 2025).

• 0% VAT on exports.

• Minimum corporate tax (0— 9%) only for large profits.

• Double Taxation Avoidance Treaties with more than 100 countries.

Examples of entrepreneurs using Dubai as an ecommerce hub

1. Fashion brand from Romania → produces locally, sells globally through company in Dubai.

2. Startup IT → rapidly scales software-as-a-service through the digital infrastructure of the Free Zone.

3. Dropshipping entrepreneur → uses suppliers from Asia and customers from the EU, managing everything through Dubai.

How Dubai helps you scale your ecommerce

• International investors available.

• Access to employee visas.

• Connections with global platforms: Amazon, Noon, Alibaba.

• Ability to quickly test new markets.

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Ecommerce Dubai is not just an option, but a smart strategy for Romanians who want to turn their local business into an international brand. With a single company registered here, you can sell in the EU, USA and Asia, benefiting from a top tax and logistics framework.

Contact the team Dubai Business Arena and discover which Free Zone or license is best suited for your global ecommerce.

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