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Dubai Mainland Business Setup
Setup Business in Dubai Mainland
Let us handle the complexities while you focus on your goals.
Full access to UAE market — Unlike Free Zones, Mainland companies can trade directly with UAE clients, government entities, and international markets without restrictions.
100% foreign ownership is now possible for most business activities.
Eligibility for government contracts and tenders exclusive to Mainland entities.
Setup Steps We Handle for You:
Business Activity & Legal Structure
We guide you through selecting the right activity (commercial, professional, industrial) and legal form, such as an LLC or civil company.
Trade Name Reservation & Initial Approval
We assist in choosing an approved trade name and obtaining initial approval from the Department of Economy & Tourism (DET/DED).
Office Lease and Ejari Registration
Mainland companies must lease a physical office space (minimum ~200 sq ft) and register the tenancy through Ejari.
Final Documents & License Issuance
Submission of MOA, Ejari lease, passport copies, plus payment of DED license fees. Mainland approvals typically take 1–3 weeks.
Corporate Bank Account Setup
We prepare required documents and guide you through KYC for banks like Emirates NBD or Mashreq—the process may take 2–4 weeks.
Visa Processing & Immigration
As a Mainland entity, you’re eligible to obtain investor visas, employee visas, and family residency visas via GDRFA and MOHRE. Expect 2–4 weeks for processing.
License types and activities:
A Mainland company formation offers more than 3000 business activities listed in the UAE. The business activity, company structure and jurisdiction of operation will determine the license and other applicable requirements.
For more details on business activities, reach out to us.
A Commercial License is required in the UAE for businesses involved in trading and supplying of goods such as:
- Mobile phones & accessories trading
- Building material, cleaning and safety equipment trading
- Oil & gas, chemicals trading
- Automobiles, spare parts trading
- Gold & precious metals trading
An Industrial license is required in the UAE for manufacturing or other types of industrial activities such as:
- Garments, uniforms manufacturing
- Meat, dairy products manufacturing
- Animal & birds feed manufacturing, fishing net making
- Pastry & sweets manufacturing, mineral water bottling
- Fabrics & textiles embroidery, carpets manufacturing
A Professional License is required in the UAE for individuals or business groups that deliver expertise as a service to the public such as:
- Computer, IT infrastructure consultancies
- Insurance, tax, legal consultancies
- Marketing consultancies, public relations management
- Auditing & accounting
- Waste management & recycling consultancy
Process for mainland license:
- Choose business activity
- Choose company structure
- Get trade name approval
- Get initial license approval
- Get external approval (if required)
- License issuance
- Open company bank account
- Get establishment card
- Labour file
- Process visa
Business Setup Plan
Consolidating success by company formation in Dubai.
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Business License: Standard ![]()
- Upto 5 Activities
- No Visa
- Business license
- MOA
- Flexi desk agreement
- Share Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Formation
AED5500
Business License: Platinum ![]()
- Upto 10 Activities
- No Visa
- Business license
- MOA
- Flexi desk agreement
- Share Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Formation
AED6500
Zero Visa Package ![]()
- IFZA Freezone license
- No Visa
- Business license
- MOA
- Flexi desk agreement
- Around the clock support
- Certificate of Formation
AED11500
Dubai mainland license ![]()
- Trade name reservation
- Trade license
- MOA
- Business Setup Consultation
- External Approval
- Corporate tax registration
- Import and export code
AED18500
Why Choose Us
Our Dubai Mainland Business Setup services navigating you to Success!
Business Setup Strategy
Our financial consultants will work closely with you to develop a personalized investment strategy that aligns with your financial goals.
Retirement Planning
Planning for retirement requires careful consideration of factors such as savings, pensions, and social security.
Financial Analysis
We conduct in-depth financial analyses to evaluate your current financial health, identify areas for improvement, and create a roadmap to achieve your financial aspirations.
Tax Optimization
Minimizing your tax liability is crucial. Our consultants will develop tax-efficient strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money.
Estimates & Regulations (2025)
License and setup costs generally range from AED 12,000–25,000+, depending on license type, office, and jurisdiction.
UAE Corporate Tax at 9% applies for profits over AED 375,000. VAT registration is mandatory when taxable supplies exceed that threshold.
Compliance requirements include Economic Substance Regulations, AML/KYC obligations, office inspections, and visa quotas.
Why Partner with Us?
Full-service guidance from licensing to visas to bank account opening
Expertise in DED approvals, Ejari, PRO liaison and regulatory compliance
Guidance for 100% foreign ownership structures where allowed
Local network and deep knowledge of Mainland requirements
Transparent packages without hidden fees
What We Do?
Ready to Make your Paperwork Simple
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Our Mission
To provide efficient, transparent, and fully compliant documentation and consultancy services for clients navigating UAE's government systems—so they can focus on their families, careers, or business ventures.
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Our Vision
To become the most trusted name in the UAE for legal document facilitation, tenancy contract management, and visa processing—setting the benchmark for accuracy, integrity, and speed.
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Our Goal
To offer expert-level document clearing, visa assistance, Ejari registration, Emirates ID processing, & government related services.
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Our Values
Our experienced consultants provide value by simplifying complex procedures so you can focus on your life or business.
