What is specific to UAE companies
The UAE is a reciprocating territory for certain courts; DIAC, DIFC and ADGM arbitration are common.
Anti-corruption and compliance programmes
Banks look through UAE companies to beneficial owners; NRI or resident-Indian ownership changes the FEMA analysis.
India's Prevention of Corruption Act includes corporate liability for persons acting on the company's behalf.
Our services
How SU and Company helps
We cover the Indian tax, FEMA and governance side and work alongside the group's legal counsel.
- Tax and FEMA review of contract terms
- Internal controls and documentation in the Indian company
- Coordination with counsel on data protection and anti-corruption
Questions
What happens to a UAE court judgment in India?
The UAE appears on India's list of reciprocating territories (s.44A, civil procedure code): a money decree from one of its superior courts can be put into execution in an Indian district court, unless a statutory ground for refusal applies.
General information as at 5 November 2026, not advice for a particular case. Indian and UAE rules change often; confirm the current position before acting. UAE law points should be confirmed with a UAE adviser.