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Topic summary
A UK-based business owner asks about accepting payments from UAE customers without opening a UAE bank account.
Key Recommendations:
- Keep the UK bank account and business structure since taxes are paid where the business is registered
- Use Shopify Payments (available in UK) to accept credit card payments from UAE customers directly into the UK account
- Avoid mixing bank account locations with business registration to prevent complications
Important Clarifications:
- Shopify Payments is NOT available for UAE-based businesses
- UAE customers can pay via credit card to a UK-based store without issues
- Alternative payment gateways for UAE are available if needed, though research is recommended
- Expanding operations to UAE would require a local trade license, bank account, and payment gateway
Side Discussion:
- A New Zealand merchant reports Shopify flagging international transactions and subsequently closing website access, with recommendation to use third-party gateways
- Stripe integration suggested as alternative payment solution
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