Dubai Courts in London: A New Legal Gateway for UK-Based Investors
July 31, 2025
Dubai Open's It's First International Hub
Dubai Courts has made a groundbreaking move by opening its first international hub in London, creating an official route for UK-based clients to access Dubai legal services without boarding a plane.
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Backed by Dubai Chambers and managed by Al Burj Holding, the launch of Dubai Hub London marks a bold step in Dubai’s global legal and commercial expansion. The timing couldn’t be better: with Dubai topping global charts for foreign direct investment, the emirate is clearly serious about its international offering.
Why this matters
This isn’t just a pop-up office, it’s a statement of intent. For UK investors, law firms, and businesses with interests in the UAE, the benefits are immediate:
- Direct access to Dubai legal services from central London
- Faster processing of contracts, cases, and licences
- Removes the friction of cross-border legal support
- Strengthens UK–UAE investment and legal ties
What the Dubai Hub London offers
If you’re advising clients who operate in or are entering the Dubai market, here’s what’s now available without leaving the UK:
Legal Services (Dubai Courts)
- Document certification, notarisation, and signature verification
- Wills and contracts for non-Muslims
- Remote court case registration and hearing participation
- Legal translation and attestation services
Business & Property Services
- Dubai property valuation and document amendments via the Dubai Land Department
- Trade licence registration, renewals and amendments through the Department of Economy & Tourism
- Residency, visa and ID support for investors and entrepreneurs via the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs
What’s behind this move?
The hub is part of Dubai’s wider D33 economic agenda, aimed at attracting foreign capital and simplifying access for global investors.
As Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, put it:
“This is a strategic move to make Dubai more accessible to international investors and position the city as the world’s most dynamic business hub.”
Benefits at a glance
- One-stop access to Dubai legal, commercial, and immigration services
- Increases confidence for UK-based businesses engaging with the UAE
- Reduces delay and red tape for those managing Dubai-related legal matters
- Opens up new routes for foreign investment in Dubai from London
- Forges a more connected, functional UK–UAE legal and economic relationship
How can we help?
Mosaic Chambers Group offers strategic, end-to-end support for clients using Dubai Hub London. We help interpret complex UAE legal procedures, prepare and submit documentation, and represent you from start to finish and beyond. Whether you're registering a business, handling property matters, relocating or trying to understand cross-border compliance, we ensure everything is handled accurately, efficiently, and in line with both UK and Dubai requirements. Our team works closely with Dubai-based professionals to deliver a joined-up, seamless experience, saving you time, reducing risk, and offering peace of mind.
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