The GenZone Podcast is your inside look into building a life and business beyond borders.
From moving to Dubai and setting up a company, to accessing global banking, optimizing taxes, and scaling internationally we cover it all.
Hosted by Kevin McKenzie, each episode gives you practical insights and real strategies to operate globally with more freedom, more control, and more opportunity.
Dubai Property Investor Visa: What Owners Need to Know
Can owning a property in Dubai help you qualify for residency? In this episode, Kevin, co-founder of GenZone, discusses the two-year property investor visa, eligibility for sole and joint owners, and how it compares with the ten-year Golden Visa. He walks through the application process—from receiving your title deed to medical testing and Emirates ID collection—and explains what to consider when renewing your visa or selling the property linked to your residency. Looking to buy property in D...
19 Sept 2026
UAE Corporate Tax Deadline September 2026 | Avoid FTA Penalties Before It's Too Late
UAE Corporate Tax Deadline: What Business Owners Need to Know Before September 2026 If your UAE business has a financial year ending 31 December 2025, your corporate tax filing and payment deadline is approaching. In this episode, Kevin from GenZone breaks down what UAE business owners need to know about corporate tax compliance, including the 9-month filing deadline, why zero tax doesn't necessarily mean zero filing, Small Business Relief, common misconceptions about Free Zone companies, and...
8 Aug 2026
BREAKING: UAE Extends 0% Tax Relief for Small Businesses Until 2029 🇦🇪
🇦🇪 BREAKING: The UAE has extended Small Business Relief through the end of 2029. For eligible businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less, this could mean several more years of 0% corporate tax treatment under the Small Business Relief rules — along with simplified tax compliance. But not every UAE business automatically qualifies. In this video, we break down: • What the UAE just changed • Who may qualify for Small Business Relief • The AED 3 million revenue threshold • What this me...
30 Jul 2026
How to open a Wio Business Bank Account: FULL GUIDE
Planning to open a business bank account in Dubai? In this episode, Kevin McKenzie breaks down the complete process—from setting up your UAE company and obtaining residency to receiving your Emirates ID and opening a fully active Wio Business account. You’ll learn: • Why a UAE company and residency visa are usually required • How long the full company, residency and banking process takes • Why you should remain in the UAE until your physical bank cards arrive • How to comple...
30 Jun 2026
Dubai Is Back: Why Now Could Be the Best Time to Move
Dubai is officially back in momentum. After weeks of uncertainty in the region, the UK has removed its advice against non-essential travel to the UAE, sending a strong signal that confidence is returning. In this episode, we break down what this means for Dubai tourism, business setup, real estate investment, and people looking to relocate for tax savings, lifestyle, or long-term opportunity. Kevin shares what GenZone has seen firsthand in the market, including the temporary slowdown during t...
24 Jun 2026
GenZone Wins Platinum: Why We’re Dubai’s Top Business Setup Company
In this episode, Kevin shares a major milestone for GenZone: winning the Platinum Award, one of the highest recognitions a Dubai business setup consultant can receive. After four years of helping entrepreneurs, families, and business owners establish themselves in Dubai and internationally, GenZone has grown into one of the leading business setup firms in the UAE. Kevin breaks down what this award means, how GenZone grew from nothing into a top Dubai setup consultant, and why client satisfact...
9 Jun 2026
How to Start a US LLC as a Non-Resident 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide)
In this episode, Kevin breaks down exactly how non-residents can set up a U.S. LLC the right way. Most people overcomplicate the process, but when you understand the steps, it becomes much more straightforward. Kevin explains how to choose the right state, why Wyoming is often the best option for online entrepreneurs and e-commerce sellers, what a registered agent does, how to get your EIN faster, and what compliance requirements you cannot ignore. He also covers the real costs of setting up ...
27 May 2026
How much does it cost to open a company in Dubai? Full breakdown.
Thinking about starting a business in Dubai but not sure how much it actually costs? In this video, Kevin from GenZone breaks down the real cost of setting up a company in Dubai including free zone licenses, visas, Emirates ID, medicals, office requirements, banking costs, renewals, hidden fees, and what most agencies don’t tell you before you start. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, freelancer, e-commerce seller, consultant, or investor looking to relocate to the UAE, this video will help you ...
19 May 2026
New 9% Tax in Dubai Explained?! | GenZone Podcast (Who Has To Pay)
Dubai introduced corporate tax… but most people still don’t actually understand how it works. In this episode, Kevin breaks down the UAE’s new corporate tax system in simple terms especially for free zone companies, which is what most entrepreneurs and online business owners are setting up in Dubai. You’ll learn: • Who actually has to pay the 9% corporate tax • What “qualifying income” really means • Why all companies still need to register • The difference between holding investments vs acti...
9 May 2026
#1 Dubai Golden Visa MASTER GUIDE (2026) | Hidden Tricks & Facts
In this episode, Kevin from GenZone breaks down everything you need to know about getting the UAE 10-Year Golden Visa through real estate investment. We cover the full process, timelines, property requirements, off-plan vs ready properties, family sponsorship, banking, tax residency, Emirates ID, and the most important questions investors should know before buying property in Dubai. If you’re planning to invest in Dubai real estate and want a smooth path to UAE residency, this episode gives y...
5 May 2026
How I Cash Out Crypto in Dubai — No Bank Freezes/Account Blocks (100% Legal)
How to cash out crypto in Dubai legally! ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Why you should avoid getting your account blocked when cashing out crypto 0:08 – How to go from USDT → USD → AED (step-by-step) 0:15 – Why the AED is pegged to the USD (and why that matters for crypto holders) 0:27 – Why you should avoid common mistakes that get bank accounts blocked 0:46 – Why you should avoid random transfers — even Wise accounts get flagged 1:09 – Why you should avoid receiving crypto from unknown wallets 1:21...
30 Apr 2026
Steps After You Pay GenZone: The Dubai Setup Timeline
You pay for a Dubai business setup and the real question hits immediately: what happens next, exactly, and how fast can this move without surprises? We walk through our full post-payment process step by step, starting with how we onboard you into a WhatsApp group with the founders, client relations, and operations so you can get answers quickly and keep your Dubai company registration on track. We also explain what we collect in the onboarding form and how we use our experience to submit it p...
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