Countries

United Arab Emirates

33 questions
Which is better for African correspondent banking: Turkey or the UAE? Jun 10, 2020 Correspondent Banking, Nostro and Vostro, and Settlement Can Pakistani banks transfer funds online to UAE banks? Sep 11, 2019 Sending and Receiving Money Abroad Can I be arrested in GCC countries or my home country if I have an unpaid UAE credit card debt of AED 5,000? Feb 8, 2019 Lending, Credit Scores and BNPL In a modern banking era, why are wire transfers still limited over weekends and take multiple days? Sep 9, 2016 Correspondent Banking, Nostro and Vostro, and Settlement What kinds of profit margins do remittance companies typically earn? May 12, 2016 Payment Corridors and Remittance Economics Where can I exchange currency at the best rate once I arrive in Dubai? Apr 2, 2016 FX Rates, Spreads and Currency Markets What are the advantages of incorporating a company in the U.S. versus Dubai? Mar 2, 2016 Law, Contracts, Terms of Service and Legal Structures What are some of the best ways to turn $50,000 into $1,000,000 within 12 months or less? Nov 10, 2015 High-Risk Industries How can someone start an ecommerce business in the UAE, and is company registration required? Sep 10, 2015 Law, Contracts, Terms of Service and Legal Structures How long do wire transfers sent from Dubai typically take to reach banks in Spain? Sep 9, 2015 International Wire Transfers and Large Transfers What is the most efficient way to send money from the UAE to India? Jul 7, 2015 Sending and Receiving Money Abroad How can I start and operate an acquiring bank? Jul 5, 2015 Licensing in Other Countries What payment gateway is recommended for a mobile e-commerce app based in Dubai? Jun 8, 2015 Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways Does Dubai have its own stock exchange? Feb 8, 2015 Capital Markets: Stocks, Bonds and Derivatives For Dubai-based e-commerce in the Middle East, which payment gateway would you recommend? Jan 3, 2015 Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways My brother wants private banking services — which UAE bank should he contact? Jan 1, 2015 Wealth Management, Private Banking and Family Offices What is an SBN number for a business account, why is it requested to receive funds from Canada to the UAE, and is there another way to receive the money? Jun 3, 2014 Sending and Receiving Money Abroad Are there alternatives to SWIFT for international bank transfers, especially for sanctioned countries? May 2, 2014 Sanctions, Embargoes and Screening Will Dubai continue its rapid growth, or is its construction boom and economy likely to slow down? Mar 8, 2014 Economics, Inflation and Monetary Policy Is it secure to allow a UAE hotel to charge my credit card for visa-processing fees? Jan 10, 2014 Fraud and Scams My friend needs to open a current account for employment — which UAE bank should he choose? Jan 10, 2013 Opening Bank Accounts, Personal and Business Banking: Do banks move physical cash to settle online transfers, and if not, how is it handled? Dec 3, 2012 Correspondent Banking, Nostro and Vostro, and Settlement What’s the cheapest way to get foreign currency for a trip outside the U.S.? Nov 12, 2012 FX Rates, Spreads and Currency Markets What is the cheapest way to obtain foreign currency for travel outside the US? Nov 12, 2012 FX Rates, Spreads and Currency Markets Is it better to incorporate locally or operate as a U.S.-registered business abroad? Oct 11, 2012 Sending and Receiving Money Abroad Which mobile apps are considered the best for sending money internationally? Oct 11, 2012 Sending and Receiving Money Abroad Which online payment merchants in the UAE are highly recommended besides PayPal? Jun 7, 2012 Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways What reliable online payment providers exist in the UAE besides PayPal? Jun 7, 2012 Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways Which countries allow invoicing in a currency other than the local legal tender? Nov 3, 2011 Payments (General) In which countries can invoices be issued in a foreign currency for local transactions? Nov 3, 2011 Payments (General) Which payment gateway works best for a Dubai-based small business selling worldwide? Aug 7, 2011 Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways Which payment gateway is most suitable for a Dubai-based small business serving global customers? Jul 8, 2011 Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways How hard is it for a new graduate to secure angel or VC funding for a consumer internet startup in Dubai? Jul 8, 2011 Starting and Running a Fintech or Payments Business