No, you cannot have a mainland business setup in Dubai without a physical office. Mainland companies must have a minimum physical office space of at least 200 square feet. These are the regulatory requirements.
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Setting up your business in a UAE Freezone comes with numerous advantages, making it an excellent choice for entrepreneurs and investors. At BigBiz Consultant, we simplify the process and provide expert guidance to ensure a smooth setup.
At BigBiz Consultant, we offer flexible and affordable packages for setting up your business in a UAE Freezone. The cost of a Freezone trade license starts at AED 5,750 and can go up to AED 50,000, depending on your business needs. Even with our most budget-friendly package, we provide expert business consultation to help you choose the right setup for your company. Our tailored packages ensure a smooth and hassle-free company registration process.
Dubai Mainland companies offer great flexibility with minimal restrictions. They can operate both locally and internationally, and some businesses don’t even require local sponsors. Enjoy access to government contracts, a business-friendly environment, and 100% ownership across 2000+ activities. Take advantage of this opportunity today!
The cost of setting up a Mainland company in Dubai ranges from AED 15,000 to AED 35,000. The final price depends on factors like license type, business size, visas, office space, and the nature of operations.
A professional license verifies your expertise in specific services. To obtain this license, you must have the required skills or training for your profession.
Mainland companies in the UAE need a commercial trade license to legally buy and sell goods. This license is essential for conducting business in the country.
Businesses involved in industrial or manufacturing activities in the UAE must obtain an industrial trade license.
If your business provides tourism-related services like hotels, restaurants, or travel agencies, you must have a tourism license.
Have you aligned your company’s structure with your goals? Setting up a Mainland business in Dubai offers various legal entity options, allowing entrepreneurs to choose the structure that best fits their needs.
A Civil Company is owned by two or more partners and operates in professional fields such as consultancy, beauty salons, and coaching services.
A business structure with a single person or up to 50 partners where liability is only limited to the number of shares owned by the shareholders.
A Sole Establishment is a business structure where one person owns the company and is fully responsible for all liabilities and financial obligations.
A Private Joint Stock Company (PJSC) is a business structure with up to 200 shareholders, where the capital is equally divided into nominal value shares among them.
A Branch Office is an extension of a foreign parent company, not a separate legal entity, and must operate under the same commercial activities as the parent company.
An extension of a parent company from the Free Zone with the same organisational structure and legal formation while conducting the same commercial activity as the parent company.
Here is a list of documents required for Mainland Company Formation in Dubai and the UAE:
A Civil Company is owned by two or more partners and operates in professional fields such as consultancy, beauty salons, and coaching services.
A business structure with a single person or up to 50 partners where liability is only limited to the number of shares owned by the shareholders.
Document Preparation & Pre-Approvals
MOA Signing & License Issuance
Immigration Registration.
Entry Permit, Status Change & Investor Visa
Emirates ID Issuance.
Starting a company in Dubai may appear challenging, but we’re here to assist you every step of the way. Here’s your comprehensive checklist for Mainland Company Formation in Dubai.
The first step in forming a Dubai Mainland company is deciding on your commercial, professional, or industrial business activity. Each activity may require specific approvals and licenses from the relevant authorities.
Apply for initial approval from DED for your business activity. You’ll also need approval for aspects like office location, shareholders, and capital.
Certain business activities require additional approvals from government entities like the Health Authority, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, or Roads and Transport Authority. Ensure you secure these approvals before proceeding with business registration.
Submit an application through the DED’s name reservation portal to secure a unique business name. Ensure it complies with DED’s trade name policy and is not already registered in Dubai.
Prepare the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and have all partners and shareholders sign it as consent for company formation.
Lease a commercial space in Dubai that meets DED’s location and usage requirements. You can start with a budget-friendly option that suits your immediate business needs.
Submit all required documents and information to the DED for trade license approval. Ensure approvals from relevant authorities and complete the license fee payment to finalize the process.
After license approval, apply for visas for yourself, stakeholders, and employees.
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Yes, you can now fully own your business for certain business activities. You don’t need an Emirati partner to have most of the ownership. But, some activities still need a local sponsor.