Set up a Dubai company
in 5 to 14 days.
Mainland, Free Zone, or Offshore — we’ve handled 750+ incorporations across DED, DMCC, IFZA, JAFZA, RAKEZ, Meydan, ADGM, RAK ICC, and more. Fixed pricing, full document handling, and a relationship manager who picks up the phone.
Mainland, Free Zone, or Offshore?
The wrong jurisdiction can cost you years and thousands in restructuring fees. Here’s the honest breakdown.
Mainland Company
- Trade anywhere in UAE — no Free Zone restrictions
- 100% foreign ownership for 1,500+ activities
- Eligible for UAE government tenders & contracts
- Unlimited visa quota (subject to office space)
- License issued by DED Dubai (or relevant Emirate DED)
- Subject to 9% Corporate Tax above AED 375,000 profit
Free Zone Company
- 100% foreign ownership — guaranteed by Free Zone law
- 0% Corporate Tax on Qualifying Income (with substance)
- 100% repatriation of profits and capital
- Trade with UAE Mainland via local distributor or branch
- 45+ Free Zones — DMCC, IFZA, Meydan, RAKEZ, JAFZA, more
- Customs duty exemption on imports/exports inside zone
Offshore Company
- No physical office or visa requirement
- Maximum confidentiality (UBO disclosed only to FIU)
- No mandatory annual audit (in most cases)
- Cannot do business inside UAE — international only
- JAFZA Offshore, RAK ICC, Ajman Offshore
- Bank account opening restrictions apply
Three packages. Zero hidden fees.
What we quote is what you pay. Government fees included. Customisations are optional and itemised.
For solo founders & e-commerce startups
Starting Price · Customisable
- Pre-incorporation business consultation
- Visa eligibility assessment
- 100% foreign ownership documentation
- Free Zone trade license
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- 1 free Tax & VAT consultation session
- 0% withholding tax structuring
- 100% profit repatriation setup
- Flexi-desk office (6-month minimum)
- Dedicated relationship manager
Full UAE market access + tenders
Starting Price · Customisable
- Pre-incorporation business consultation
- Visa eligibility assessment
- 100% foreign ownership (eligible activities)
- DED Dubai Mainland trade license
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- 1 free Tax & VAT consultation session
- 0% withholding tax structuring
- 100% profit repatriation setup
- Flexi-desk office (6-month minimum)
- Dedicated relationship manager
For international holdings & asset protection
Starting Price · Customisable
- Pre-incorporation strategic consultation
- 100% foreign ownership documentation
- Offshore business license
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- 1 free Tax & VAT consultation session
- 0% withholding tax
- 100% profit repatriation
- Bank account introduction
- Dedicated relationship manager
- International business advisory
How it works — start to finish.
Five steps. No physical visits required for most jurisdictions.
Submit Documents
Passport copy, business plan, name preferences. All uploaded online.
Initial Approval
We submit to the relevant authority and secure name reservation.
License Issued
Trade license, MOA, and establishment card issued in your name.
Visa Processing
Investor or partner visa processed in parallel with the license.
Bank Account
Direct introduction to RM at the bank that fits your profile.
Questions we hear every week.
Do I need to fly to Dubai to set up a company?
For most Free Zone and Offshore options — no. We can incorporate fully remotely. Mainland setups now also support remote incorporation for many activities, though some specialised licenses still require a brief visit for Emirates ID biometrics.
How much capital do I need to start a Mainland company in Dubai?
Most LLC activities require no minimum paid-up capital — the AED 300,000 figure you may have read is outdated. Specific regulated activities (banking, insurance, money exchange) carry higher capital requirements. We assess this case-by-case.
Can a Free Zone company sell to UAE Mainland customers?
Direct B2C selling is restricted. You can sell to Mainland customers via a Mainland distributor, an Agency Agreement, or by setting up a Mainland branch. We help structure this so you don’t lose your QFZP status under UAE Corporate Tax rules.
How fast is the actual setup?
Free Zone IFZA-style packages: 5-7 working days to license. Mainland LLC: 7-14 working days. Offshore: 5-10 working days. Bank account opening adds 2-4 weeks separately. Visa processing runs in parallel — typically issued in 7-12 working days.
Will I be subject to UAE Corporate Tax?
Probably yes — but the rate depends on structure and income. Mainland: 9% on profits over AED 375,000. Free Zone: 0% on Qualifying Income (with substance), 9% on non-qualifying. We design your setup with the tax treatment in mind from day one.
What’s the catch with the AED 5,499 Free Zone package?
No catch — but you should know what’s not included: visa quotas beyond one (additional fees per visa), specialised activity approvals (some need third-party endorsement), and bank account opening (handled separately, costs depend on bank). We itemise everything in your proposal upfront.
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