Subsidiary vs Branch vs Independent Company in Dubai

A Company in Dubai can either be setup as a Subsidiary or Branch or on the Individual Name of the Shareholders. All of these type of set-ups have their own benefits and drawbacks and therefore these forms of set-ups should be carefully analysed before setting up a company. If the number of shareholders are high - a subsidiary company may work better whereas if the shareholders are less - an individual company would be advisable. A branch office is advisable only in cases where a separate legal existence is not required.