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Prop Trading Firm Setup in Dubai
Step-by-step guide to launching a prop firm in Dubai
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Step-by-step guide to launching a prop firm in Dubai
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A practical guide to setting up a proprietary trading firm in Dubai: VARA vs SCA licensing, free zone vs mainland, costs, corporate tax and Golden Visa options, plus how RadiantBiz business setup consultants help you launch.
Hi Product Hunt! 👋
Dubai has become a popular base for prop trading firms, but the setup can be confusing: which regulator applies (VARA or SCA), which free zone fits, and what it really costs.
We put together a plain-language guide that covers:
How prop trading works and the main firm types (directional, quant, discretionary, HFT, remote)
Whether you need a VARA license and which regulator oversees your activity
Typical timelines: a standard free zone license in about 3–7 working days, and VARA-regulated activities taking longer
Cost breakdown: license fees from AED 25,000–50,000, plus office, IT, compliance and visas
100% foreign ownership options, corporate tax basics and Golden Visa eligibility
If you’re planning a trading desk in the UAE, I’d love to hear what’s holding you back, and I’m happy to answer questions here.
Full guide: https://www.radiantbiz.com/blog/proprietary-trading
Rizwan Ansari, CEO & Founder, RadiantBiz