Dubai Mainland Business Setup
Complete End-to-End Support
Set up your Dubai Mainland company with full licensing, visa, banking and compliance support. We handle everything.
The Smartest Business Base in the UAE
A DED (Department of Economy and Tourism) mainland license lets you trade freely across the UAE, bid on government contracts, and operate without Free Zone restrictions.
- ✓Trade freely across the entire UAE
- ✓Bid for government and semi-government tenders
- ✓100% foreign ownership for most activities
- ✓No restriction on number of visas
- ✓Open offices anywhere in Dubai
- ✓Easier corporate bank account opening
Mainland vs Free Zone
| Feature | Mainland | Free Zone |
|---|---|---|
| UAE Market Trade | Full | Limited |
| Govt Contracts | Yes | No |
| Foreign Ownership | 100% | 100% |
| Office Location | Anywhere | Zone Only |
| Visa Quota | Unlimited | Fixed |
Everything Included in Our Setup Service
Search, reserve and register your company trade name with DED.
Secure initial approval for your business activity and structure.
Legal preparation and official notarization of your Memorandum of Association.
Find office space and complete Ejari registration to meet DED requirements.
Full processing and collection of your official DED trade license.
Investor and employee visa processing, medical, biometrics and ID enrollment.
Introduction and guidance for opening a UAE corporate bank account post-license.
Ministry of Labour registration and WPS (Wage Protection System) setup.
VAT registration guidance, renewal calendar and ongoing compliance support.
Mainland Setup Questions
With documents ready, the trade license is typically issued in 7-14 working days. Express options available.
Yes. Following the 2021 Commercial Companies Law amendment, most activities allow full foreign ownership.
Yes — a registered address is required. We assist with virtual and flexi-desk solutions for smaller budgets.
Yes. DED allows multiple related activities on one license. We advise on the best structure for your goals.
Visa quota is tied to office space — no fixed cap — making mainland ideal for growing teams.
No minimum for most LLCs. Some regulated activities have specific requirements — we will advise.
Ready to Start Your Dubai Business?
Free consultation, transparent pricing, end-to-end support. Let us get your company registered.
Book a Free Business Setup Consultation
Tell us about your business goals and we will map out the fastest route to your license.