With more than 65 jurisdictions to choose from, our experts will ensure that you choose the best option and register the most suitable business activities for your business plans. We will offer unbiased and transparent advice to ensure that you get it right from the get-go and will not face unforeseen difficulties down the line.

Furthermore, we have long-standing ties with the relevant government departments and will liaise with them on your behalf to save you time and hassle. Our team takes care of all your paperwork and applications, and your dedicated Account Manager will support you throughout the whole process.

Finally, as an official partner of all the most popular jurisdictions in the UAE, we ensure that we offer the best pricing and offer additional value such as bank account opening assistance, PRO services, VAT registration, shared PO box and much more.

To start the process of registering your business in Dubai, we only require:

• Passport copy
• National ID card copy
• Passport-size photo

Company Setup and Visa Processing Times

Company License: Typically issued within 1-7 business days.
Residency Visa: Generally takes an additional seven business days to process after the company license is obtained.

Note: Processing times may vary depending on the specific jurisdiction within the UAE.

Benefits of Setting Up a Free Zone Company in Dubai/UAE

Full Ownership: Enjoy 100% ownership of your business.
Cost-Effective: Free zone setup is generally the most affordable option for starting a business in the UAE.
Flexibility: Your license can include up to 7 different business activities.
Staffing: Sponsor up to 15 employees through your free zone company.

Benefits of Mainland License in Dubai

Starting a business in mainland offers several benefits including:

Physical Presence: Required for businesses needing a physical shop or office.
Geographic Scope: Allows trading within Dubai and across the UAE.
Employee Sponsorship: No limit on the number of employees that can be sponsored.

Popular Free Zones in the UAE

Many people new to the UAE will search for a Dubai license, not knowing that all seven emirates offer competitive advantages for business owners. Currently, the most popular free zones where our clients set up are SRTIP and SPC in Sharjah, RAKEZ in Ras Al Khaimah, Creative City in Fujairah and Meydan and DMCC in Dubai.

Company Setup Cost in UAE

The cost for a company setup in UAE varies by opted jurisdiction. For a free zone license, the pricing starts from only AED 5,350. If you need a residency visa, you can receive both starting from AED 12,000. The cost for a mainland license without residency varies depending on many factors and starts from approximately AED 14,500.

To set up a branch in the UAE, you need to provide the original documents of your parent or holding company and get them attested in Arabic and English by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You can either opt for a free zone or mainland license depending on your business module. After establishing a branch license with the appointed manager you will be able to open a corporate account in a local UAE bank such as RAK bank, Mashreq Bank, FAB, CBD etc.