Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 30 June 2026

Manara Consultancy FZCO ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal data entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store and protect personal data when you use our website, engage our services, or otherwise interact with us.

We process personal data in accordance with applicable laws of the United Arab Emirates, including the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021), and any other applicable legal or regulatory requirements.

Personal Data We Collect

Depending on the services provided, we may collect identity information, contact information, corporate information, financial information, compliance information and technical website information.

• Identity and contact details such as name, nationality, date of birth, passport information, Emirates ID information, signature, visa information, email address, telephone number and addresses.
• Corporate information such as company name, trade licence details, shareholding information, director information, ultimate beneficial owner information and corporate structure.
• Financial and compliance information such as bank account information, source of funds documentation, accounting records, financial statements, VAT and tax registration details, KYC, CDD, AML, CTF and sanctions screening information.
• Technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, website usage data, cookies and similar technologies.

How We Collect Personal Data

We collect personal data directly from you, through enquiry forms, during onboarding or engagement of our services, from publicly available registers where legally permitted, from banks, government authorities or regulators where authorised, from professional advisers acting on your behalf, and through our website.

Why We Process Personal Data

We process personal data to provide corporate services, establish companies, assist with licensing and visa applications, provide accounting and bookkeeping services, prepare VAT and corporate tax filings, assist with bank account applications, perform due diligence, meet legal and regulatory obligations, prevent fraud and financial crime, manage client relationships, respond to enquiries and improve our services.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data where it is necessary to perform contractual obligations, comply with legal or regulatory obligations, protect legitimate business interests, carry out due diligence and compliance requirements, or obtain consent where required by law.

AML, KYC and Regulatory Obligations

As a corporate services and accounting firm, we are required to undertake customer due diligence and comply with applicable anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing obligations. Where required by law, failure to provide requested information may prevent us from establishing or continuing a business relationship.

Sharing Personal Data

We may disclose personal data where necessary to government authorities, licensing authorities, immigration authorities, tax authorities, banks and financial institutions, professional advisers, external auditors, technology service providers, cloud hosting providers, courier providers, translation providers and identity verification providers.

We only share information necessary for the relevant purpose and require service providers to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards. We do not sell your personal information.

International Transfers, Security and Retention

Where personal data is transferred outside the UAE, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with applicable law. We maintain appropriate technical and organisational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, misuse, accidental destruction and unlawful disclosure.

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, meet regulatory record-keeping requirements, resolve disputes and enforce contractual rights.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request to access your personal data, correct inaccurate information, update incomplete information, request deletion where legally permitted, restrict certain processing, object to certain processing, withdraw consent where processing is based on consent, or request information regarding how your personal data is processed.

Cookies and Marketing Communications

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance, analyse traffic, remember user preferences and enhance user experience. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. We may send newsletters, service updates or event invitations where permitted by law, and you may opt out at any time.

Full Privacy Policy Document

For full details, please refer to our Privacy Policy PDF.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact info@manaraconsultancy.ae. We will endeavour to respond to your enquiry within a reasonable timeframe.