Mainland Company (LLC/Establishment)
Trade anywhere in the UAE & internationally; flexible office/visa quotas; licence from DED (e.g., Dubai/Abu Dhabi).
Company Registration in the UAE
Mainland, Free Zone, or Offshore—get the right structure with licence, visas & banking support. Fast, compliant, end-to-end.
Why register in the United Arab Emirates?
The UAE blends pro-business regulation, global connectivity, and tax efficiency. From Dubai to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, choose from Mainland or Free Zones (like IFZA, DMCC, RAKEZ, SHAMS, Meydan) to fit your activity, visas, and budget.
Strategic Location
Gateway between Asia, Europe & Africa—ideal for trading & logistics.
Attractive Tax Regime
Competitive corporate tax, VAT framework, and treaty access where applicable.
Mainland & Free Zones
Select jurisdiction based on activity scope, visas, and office needs.
Residency & Banking
Investor/partner visas and professional banking options with KYC support.
UAE setup options we handle
Free Zone Company
Ideal for export, e-commerce, consulting. Lower cost, quick setup, 100% foreign ownership. (IFZA, DMCC, RAKEZ, SHAMS, Meydan, etc.)
Offshore Company
Asset holding and international structuring; no onshore trading. (JAFZA Offshore, RAK ICC.)
Branch / Representative Office
Expand your foreign entity into the UAE without a separate share capital; activity mirrors parent.
E-commerce / Professional Services
Popular low-cost Free Zone packages with flexi-desk and visa quotas tailored for online/service businesses.
How we register your UAE company
Activity & Jurisdiction
Map business activity to Mainland/Free Zone/Offshore; confirm emirate & authority.
Trade Name & Initial Approval
Reserve trade name, obtain initial approvals, and prepare constitutive documents.
Licence Issuance
Submit KYC, MoA/Articles, lease/flexi-desk, and obtain trade licence.
Establishment Card, Visas & Bank
Establishment card/immigration file, investor/partner visas, and bank account intro.
Tax & Compliance
Corporate tax (where applicable), VAT registration, ESR/UBO & AML where required.
Office Solutions
Flexi-desk to private office/warehouse based on activity and visa quotas.
Annual Renewals
Licence, lease & visas renewed on schedule; ongoing bookkeeping & filings.
Optional Add-ons
Trademark, contracts, HR/Payroll, payment gateway onboarding & more.
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copies & passport-size photos of shareholders/directors
- UAE entry stamp / Emirates ID (if available)
- Proof of address & bank reference (as per KYC)
- Proposed trade names & activity list
- MoA/Articles drafts (we prepare) & NOC if applicable
- Lease/flexi-desk agreement (for licence issuance)
Mainland vs Free Zone vs Offshore — quick guide
Mainland
Trade across UAE; onshore contracts; office lease needed; broader activity scope; classic for retail/services.
Free Zone
Fast setup, lower cost, 100% foreign ownership; ideal for export, online services; onshore trade needs distributor.
Offshore
No onshore trade; holding/structuring; minimal presence; banking based on KYC & activity.
FAQs
How long does UAE company setup take?
Free Zone setups can be a few working days once KYC is cleared; Mainland may take longer depending on activity & approvals.
Do I need to be physically present?
Many Free Zones allow remote setup; visa stamping and certain bank processes may need in-person presence.
Can I get an investor/partner visa?
Yes—based on your licence & office type, visa quotas are available. We guide through medicals, Emirates ID, and stamping.
What about corporate tax & VAT?
Corporate tax may apply depending on profits and zone rules; VAT registration depends on thresholds/activity. We advise case-by-case.
Can you help with banking?
Yes—bank/fintech introductions with KYC preparation to improve approval odds.
Launch in the UAE with confidence
We map the right jurisdiction, activities, visas, and banking—start to licence quickly.
- Mainland / Free Zone / Offshore recommendation
- Licence, visas, establishment card & E-channel
- Corporate tax/VAT guidance & banking intro