Managing Partner of GCG Structuring, Peter Ivantsov combines years of banking and corporate services expertise to help entrepreneurs succeed in the UAE. After starting his career in HSBC and working in a DIFC family office, he launched GCG Structuring in 2020 to offer smarter, more transparent corporate service solutions. Drawing on first-hand experience managing multinational operations for Global Capital Group, Peter Ivantsov delivers high value, time saving services backed by a client-first approach. His mission is simple: make setting up, operating and optimizing taxes in the UAE efficient, compliant, and simple.
Qualifying Free Zone Person: Do You Meet the 2025 Criteria?
The introduction of UAE corporate tax in 2023 brought significant changes for businesses operating in Free Zones. As 2025 approaches, companies need to understand the updated eligibility requirements for being recognized as a Qualifying Free
FZE and FZC: What’s the Difference and Which One Fits You?
In the UAE, two of the most common structures are the FZE (Free Zone Establishment) and the FZCO (Free Zone Company). While both operate under the same free zone framework, the way they are owned,
Why Every Entrepreneur Should Understand the Difference Between LLC and Freezone in UAE
The UAE offers some of the best conditions for entrepreneurs in 2025: attractive tax rates, growing markets, and full foreign ownership in many sectors. But these benefits only work in your favour if your business
Freezone Visa UAE: Who Qualifies & How to Get It Quickly
The United Arab Emirates is one of the most attractive places in the world for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers looking for a tax-friendly base. Among the different residency options, the freezone visa UAE is
Set Up Right: Plan Your Dubai Mainland License Wisely
In 2025, the mainland route gives you full access to the UAE market. But many businesses rush the process… choosing the wrong activity, skipping due diligence, or relying on outdated advice. The result? Limited growth,
2025 Update: Can Mainland Company Do Business in Freezone?
Mainland and free zone companies in the UAE operate under different rules. That matters especially in 2025 because more businesses are working across these boundaries. If you’re running a Dubai mainland company or considering Dubai
