Best Countries for E-commerce / DTC

25 countries scored for e-commerce / dtc startups. Top score: 76 - Average: 61.

Direct-to-consumer brands, marketplaces, and retail technology. Sales tax complexity and cross-border trade access drive operational costs.

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Industry-weighted scoring:Tax 12%Funding 12%Visa 5%Residency 5%Tax Res. 8%Practical 8%Remote Work 3%Family 9%Ecosystem 10%Sales Tax / VAT Complexity 10%Consumer Protection 5%Cross-border Trade 5%

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Showing 1 country in Middle East for E-commerce / DTC, sorted by Overall Score

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United Arab Emirates

Score guide:

70+ Excellent

40-69 Moderate

<40 Poor