United Arab Emirates
Skyscrapers, Sand, and Souks
Overview
Zero income tax, strategic location, and massive infrastructure investment. A magnet for global talent and capital.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
Western Asia
Land Area
83,600 km²
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Languages
Arabic
Currencies
United Arab Emirates dirham (د.إ)
At a Glance
22
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
29
Freedom
18
Security
19
Life Expectancy
78.3 yrs
Median Age
31.2 yrs
Urbanization
88%
Cost Index
63
Housing Index
68
Healthcare Access
31/100
Climate
Average Temperature
28.4°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Muzayri‘ 29.1°C
2 Liwa Oasis 29°C
3 Al Ain City 28.8°C
4 Zayed City 28.7°C
5 Al Dhafra 28.7°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 63
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 68
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 9.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 0.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 75/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 90/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 183 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 117
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 5.64% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 295 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 15/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025