National Investment Strategy 2031

Invest in the future.Invest in the UAE.

Government-backed opportunities, deep incentives, and a platform built for global capital across six priority sectors and seven emirates.

1st
Globally in economic performance
IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2026
#1
Destination for wealthy migrants, second successive year (Henley 2026)
40
CEPAs reaching ~3.5 Bn consumers and ~$11 Tn of GDP
120+ BITs
One of the ten largest treaty networks in the world and the largest in the GCC
The seven emirates

One nation, seven places to invest

Each emirate offers a distinct investor proposition, from sovereign capital and global trade to the region’s lowest-cost operating base.

Global confidence

Capital is already choosing the UAE

$48.3 Bn
FDI inflows in 2025, 9th globally and 4th consecutive all-time high
$318.9 Bn
Inward FDI stock in 2025
#1
In FDI inflows across the MENA region
Priority sectors

Where the UAE is investing in its future

National strategy concentrates capital, incentives and talent where the potential for value creation is greatest.

Featured

Flagship opportunities, one per sector

Components manufacturing
Manufacturing

Components manufacturing

Target IRR
31-36%
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Decarbonization retrofit cluster
Transport & Logistics

Decarbonization retrofit cluster

Bioprocess inputs manufacturing
Healthcare & Life Sciences

Bioprocess inputs manufacturing

LV/MV switchgear manufacturing
Renewable Energy

LV/MV switchgear manufacturing

GovTech platforms
ICT

GovTech platforms

Instant payments services & overlay platforms
Financial Services

Instant payments services & overlay platforms

Investment opportunities

A curated pipeline, ready for capital

Explore live, investment-ready opportunities across the UAE’s six priority sectors. Select a sector to filter the pipeline.

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From interest to investment

A guided path across the lifecycle

InvestUAE accompanies you from first enquiry through establishment and expansion, with a single point of contact at every stage.

01
Pre-investment

Discover and assess

Explore opportunities, sector guides and incentives, then validate the business case with our advisors.

  • Opportunity and sector intelligence
  • Incentive eligibility assessment
  • Site, partner and feasibility support
02
Investment

Establish and launch

Move from decision to operation with coordinated licensing, approvals and white-glove onboarding.

  • Licensing and company formation
  • Fast-track approvals and permits
  • Visa and talent mobilisation
03
Post-investment

Operate and expand

Dedicated aftercare keeps your investment growing, with structured support for reinvestment and scale.

  • Dedicated relationship management
  • Expansion and reinvestment pathways
  • Policy advocacy and issue resolution
Speak with an advisor

Build your case for investing in the UAE

Tell us what you are exploring. An advisor will respond with relevant opportunities, applicable incentives and next steps.

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