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Gibraltar vs DIFC (Dubai): which jurisdiction wins?
Gibraltar vs DIFC (Dubai) — both credible, very different trade-offs. Below: side-by-side on the variables that actually move the decision.
| Gibraltar | DIFC (Dubai) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tax headline | 12.5% corporate tax | 0% on qualifying income (9% otherwise) |
| Formation days | 7 | 14 |
| First-year cost | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Treaties | Limited | 140+ |
| Substance | Substance for accrued-in-and-derived-from claim | Mandatory office, directors, employees in DIFC |
| Banking | Gibraltar International Bank, EMIs | DIFC-licensed banks and prime brokers |
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