Mobile App Development in the UAE
Android and iOS app development in the UAE: Flutter or native apps with cards, Arabic and English interfaces, admin panel and store publishing. Free quote.
- UAE dirhamCurrency
- cardsPayments
- 5%Tax
- UAEMarket
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The UAE is a global, multicultural market where you compete at an international level, so your website or app needs world-class design and an excellent experience in both English and Arabic.
I deliver app development in the UAE fully remotely, from planning to launch and ongoing improvement, with everything the local market needs: currency, payments, language, privacy compliance and mobile speed.
What I deliver in the UAE
- Ordering and delivery apps
- Booking apps for clinics, salons and venues
- Shopping apps connected to your website and inventory
- Internal apps for field sales and warehouses
- Turning your website into a published app
Built for the UAE market
| Item | UAE |
|---|---|
| Currency | UAE dirham (AED) |
| Tax | 5% VAT |
| Payments | cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and buy-now-pay-later such as Tabby and Tamara |
| Language | English and Arabic at equal quality for a multinational audience |
| Privacy | the federal Personal Data Protection Law |
| Local domain | .ae |
| Key cities | Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman |
Apps built for the UAE
- Payments in the app: cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and buy-now-pay-later such as Tabby and Tamara.
- Platforms: Android and iOS from one Flutter codebase in most cases, or native when needed.
- Privacy and compliance: the federal Personal Data Protection Law, plus store privacy disclosures.
- Interface: English and Arabic at equal quality for a multinational audience, with proper RTL design.
- In-demand sectors: e-commerce, real estate, hospitality, professional services and startups.
How we work
- Discovery call about your business, customers and competitors
- A written plan, scope and itemized quote
- Design or strategy for your review and approval
- Delivery in milestones with previews and reports
- Full testing across devices, speed and tracking
- Launch, then ongoing monitoring and improvement
Timeline and cost
Cost and timeline depend on scope and features. You get a written, itemized quote in UAE dirham or US dollars within 24 hours, with all accounts and files in your name. Get a first estimate with the cost calculator or see pricing and packages.
Why work with me?
Published work includes the SAKR ATELIER website with 300+ pages, four languages and an animated identity; the Noor app and my portfolio app on Google Play; the GoldSakr live gold-price platform; and msaker.com itself. All built speed-first and SEO-first.
- Organized remote delivery: video calls, staging previews and direct messaging.
- Deep Arab-market experience: native Arabic copy, correct RTL design and local payments.
- Full ownership: code, accounts and domains in your name.
Helpful guides before you start
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8 min readFrequently asked questions
Can you work remotely with clients in the UAE?
Yes. I work fully remotely with video calls, messaging, staging previews and clear milestones.
Do you support the payment methods used in the UAE?
Yes. I integrate suitable options such as cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and buy-now-pay-later such as Tabby and Tamara, depending on your business and gateway availability.
Which currency will the quote be in?
Uae dirham or US dollars, whichever you prefer.
Do you handle privacy compliance?
Yes. Projects include a privacy policy, consent where required and practices aligned with the federal Personal Data Protection Law; for sensitive data, involve your legal advisor.
How long does a project take?
It depends on scope; you'll get an exact timeline in the written quote before we start.
Will the project be bilingual?
Yes, based on your audience: English and Arabic at equal quality for a multinational audience.