1-3
Weeks to Licence
100%
Foreign Ownership Options
3
Jurisdiction Types
Overview
Business Setup UAE
We handle Mainland, Free Zone and Offshore company formation in the UAE end to end — jurisdiction selection, licensing, visa quota allocation for owners and staff, and bank account introductions.
Who This Is For
- Entrepreneurs setting up a new UAE company
- Overseas businesses relocating or opening a UAE branch
- Investors seeking a UAE residency visa through company ownership
What's Included
Scope of service
- Jurisdiction and licence-type advisory (Mainland / Free Zone / Offshore)
- Trade licence application and renewal support
- Investor and employee visa quota processing
- Bank account introduction to partner banks
Documents
Core document checklist
- Passport copies of all shareholders
- Business plan / activity description
- Proof of address
- No-objection certificate (if currently employed in the UAE)
Process
How it works
Step 01
Structure Advisory
We recommend the jurisdiction and licence type that fits your business activity and ownership goals.
Step 02
Licence Application
We prepare and file your trade licence application with the relevant authority.
Step 03
Visa Processing
Investor and staff visas are processed against your approved quota.
Step 04
Bank Introduction
We introduce you to partner banks to open your corporate account.
FAQ
Business Setup UAE — common questions
Yes — most Free Zones and, since recent reforms, many Mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership.
Licensing typically takes 1–3 weeks; visa processing adds further time depending on the emirate and quota.
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