About Virtuzone

The UAE’s first and leading company formation specialist, Virtuzone has helped 80,000+ entrepreneurs from 180+ countries start and grow their businesses since 2009. With end-to-end support, deep government partnerships, and a reputation built on speed and transparency, we are the name people trust when it matters most.

Our Track Record

From a pioneering startup in 2009 to an industry leader today, Virtuzone’s journey has been marked by rapid growth and recognized excellence. We have played a pivotal role in making the UAE one of the world’s most entrepreneur-friendly markets, and our impact in numbers speaks for itself:

Since 2009, Virtuzone has helped launch over 80,000 businesses for entrepreneurs from 180+ countries.

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On average, over 500 new businesses are formed every month through Virtuzone.
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Virtuzone’s stellar reputation is built on more than 17 years of trusted service and leadership in the UAE’s company formation sector.
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Our team of 250+ experts speak 40+ languages, providing hands-on customer support and tailored solutions.
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Our Mission & Values

To simplify the business setup process and empower entrepreneurs with fast, compliant, and cost-effective solutions, enabling them to focus on what matters: building and growing their businesses.

Empowerment & Customer Success

We exist to empower businesses – when our clients win, we win.

Every solution we deliver is customer-centric, designed to fuel our clients’ success and growth.

Innovation

We embrace change and technology-driven innovation to continually improve the business setup process.

Powered by cutting-edge tools and AI-assisted platforms, we streamline company formation and corporate services, ensuring our clients benefit from improved efficiency, faster turnaround times and exceptional support.

Service Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of service quality.

Our team goes above and beyond to provide responsive, personalized support at every step, reflecting our commitment to unrivalled service excellence

Integrity & Compliance

Trust is the foundation of our business. We uphold strict integrity, transparency, and regulatory compliance in all we do.

Every license, visa, and tax document is handled with meticulous care and utmost discretion to meet UAE regulations and global best practices.

Partnership

We believe in the power of collaboration – both with our clients and our strategic partners.

Internally, we foster a culture of collaboration, and externally, we work hand-in-hand with government bodies and industry partners to create a conducive business environment for our clients.

Fact: Virtuzone is a Great Place to Work-certified organization, reflecting a culture of collaboration, strong team spirit, and a deep commitment to employee well-being.

Why Choose Virtuzone

We know you have choices when it comes to business setup. Here’s what makes Virtuzone stand out as the partner of choice for entrepreneurs, global corporations, and investors alike:

The Virtuzone Story

Whether you are a startup, small business, or an individual requiring your own trade license, Virtuzone ensures you never lose sleep over red tape. From free zone to mainland setup, we do the heavy lifting, making business setup in the UAE straightforward, cost-effective and accessible.

With over 80,000 entrepreneurs placing their trust in us and nearly 95% of clients renewing their trade license annually, Virtuzone stands as the UAE’s leading company formation specialist and corporate service provider.

From Pioneers to Powerhouse

Joining Ascentium: Global Reach and Cross-Border Business Growth

As part of Ascentium, a global business services platform supporting over 60,000 client entities across 46 cities and 23 markets in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, the Middle East, Americas and Europe, we’re now offering our clients and partners access to new markets and an even broader range of corporate services.

This strategic move brings together our combined expertise, resources, and networks, empowering businesses to scale faster and operate seamlessly across borders.

Whether you're starting a business or looking to grow, Virtuzone is here to make your journey simple, easy and hassle-free.

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Meet Our Leadership

Our leadership team brings decades of collective experience in business formation, law, finance, and government relations. United by a shared vision to support entrepreneurs, they drive Virtuzone’s strategy and client success culture.

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Neil Petch
Chairman and Co-founder
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Geoff Rapp
Executive Director and Co-founder
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George Hojeige
Group Chief Executive Officer
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Sagar Chandiramani
Chief Financial Officer
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Paul Bryson
Managing Director
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John Casey
Managing Director, TaxReady.ae
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Mark Soufiar
Group Marketing Director
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Peter Kyriakos
Group Director of B2B, Government Partnerships and Special Projects
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Anna Pahlevanyan
Head of Technology
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Rakan Al-Hiraki
Director of CX and Insights
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Maryia Vinahradava
Director of Corporate Services
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Sharon Tracy
Head of Relationship Management
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Olivia Beshoff
Head of HR
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Valerie Sanchez
Head of Client Delivery
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Luci Smith
Executive Office Manager

How Much?

That’s the #1 question we get asked about business setup.

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How much does it cost to start a business in the UAE?

Business setup costs depend on your activity, location (free zone or mainland) and visa needs. Get a quick estimate with our hassle-free Business Setup Cost Calculator.