Business Setup in Dubai Mainland

Start your business in the Dubai mainland with C-UAE. We specialize in streamlined your business setup in Dubai's Mainland, providing expert guidance and services for a hassle-free experience. Start your venture confidently with our support today!

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Benefits of forming a Dubai Mainland Company

C-UAE has the skilled business consultants and expertise you need to form a company in the Dubai mainland or any other UAE commercial zone. We're the one-stop solution to starting your company in the United Arab Emirates.

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Commercial License

C-UAE will help you obtain a commercial license for your Dubai mainland business setup

Industrial
License

C-UAE can help you qualify for an industrial license for your mainland Dubai business

Professional License

Whatever professional license you need for your Dubai business, C-UAE can help you obtain it

Tourism
License

C-UAE can help you get a tourism license for your new company formation in Dubai's mainland

Business Setup in Dubai Mainland

Required Documents for Business Setup in Dubai Mainland

The neccessary documents for business setup in the Dubai Mainland may vary depending on the type of business and the nature of professional activities. You will need these documents regardless of your business type during company formation in Dubai's Mainland commercial districts. Let C-UAE handle your mainland company setup in Dubai.

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Why Choose Us

When it comes to establishing your business in the heart of the UAE, choosing C-UAE for company formation in the Dubai Mainland is the strategic decision.

Our unparalleled expertise in running a UAE business coupled with our comprehensive knowledge of local regulations sets us apart. We tailor our services to align with your unique business goals to ensure a smooth and efficient setup process, whether you’re forming an LLC, overseas branch, or representative office for your Dubai mainland company.

For more than six years, we have been helping entrepreneurs and business people achieve their goal of setting up a company in Dubai's mainland and succeeding in in the UAE. From unfamiliar tax codes, to local regulations, to sourcing the best talent in the UAE, we facilitate everything you need to succeed. Dubai is one of the fastest growing business districts and is famously tax friendly. Setting up your business in Dubai lets you tap into one of the most exciting business-oriented regions and markets in the world.

C-UAE has already assisted international business owners in launching their new Dubai-based enterprises, so what are you waiting for? Call us today to talk to our business setup consultants in Dubai, and take your first step into this exciting market.
By choosing C-UAE, you gain a trusted partner dedicated to your success and mainland company setup in Dubai. We're ready to navigate the complexities of the UAE business landscape on your behalf, making your entrepreneurial journey in Dubai Mainland hassle-free, lucrative, and rewarding. Schedule your consultation call today to see what mainland business setup services in Dubai we offer, and speak to one of our mainland business setup consultants in Dubai.

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FAQ's

Frequently asked questions from our customers

There are numerous steps that you need to do before setting up a business in the Dubai mainland districts. You will have to get a license application, attested LLC agreement, a business name for your business reservation certificate, initial approval certificate, government authorities’ approval, a lease contract, and Ejari registration with a certificate approval. To simplify this process, schedule a consultation call with C-UAE and we’ll do the heavy lifting for you and your business in Dubai. We also offer advice on business setup in Abu Dhabi mainland districts and other emirates.

In a word: Yes. Dubai and it’s mainland is part of the UAE which is one of the fastest growing markets in the world. It’s situated between Europe, Asia, and Africa, making these markets easy to access simultainiously. Taxes for businesses in the Dubai mainland are very business oriented as well. 

The best market for new businesses in Dubai right now is real estate. Dubai is a rapidly developing city and region, with thousands immegrating every year to live, start businesses, seek entertainment, and all of them need housing and space. After real estate, financial service businesses are also quite lucrative, as UAE has become a major financial hub in the region.

Yes you can start a business in the Dubai mainland. Everyone who wants to start business in Dubai is welcome to start their business if they have the proper documents and approvals. C-UAE can help you understand which documents and approvals you need for your specific business and facilitate the process of procuring them. 

Yes, you can start the online business in the Dubai mainland, but first you need to document and report the legal framework for your business. You will also need to pick a place where you can register the business and get the proper business licensure and initial approval certificate. Finally, you will need to draft a Memorandum of Association (MOA) and local service agent agreement, register a physical office in Dubai, and sign in the physical office to the appropriate Dubai authorities. C-UAE is experienced in helping eCommerce entreprenuers get started in this exciting market. 

LLCs, or limited liability Companies, are a common form of business in Dubai’s mainland. LLC companies can be created by between 2 and 50 shareholders whose liability is limited to their corporate capital stock. LLCs are popular with new business owners because of the limited liability they present and the ease of business setup. They can also be expanded into larger company structures like corporations. 

Two common methods for getting residency in Dubai are by finding a sponsor or by owning property in Dubai. Once you have residency, you can open a bank account in Dubai or in an interntional bank to further your business venture in the UAE.

Yes, foreigners can own businesses in mainland Dubai, but there are some caveats. Foreigners should strongly consider establishing their business in a Dubai freezone as it allows for 100 percent ownership of the firm. Other businesses in the Dubai mainland may only allow for 49% ownership of the business with the remaining 51% owned by a UAE nationals who sponsor your business. However, recent amendments to the UAE Commercial Companies Law have made it possible for foreign investors to own more than 49% of Dubai-based companies.

Business licenses in the Dubai mainland can vary in price depending on the type of business, company size, location, and which approvals and permits are needed. You can expect prices in the range of AED 15,000 to AED 50,000 for a business license in the Dubai mainland. 
A Mainland Business Visa in Dubai allows foreign nationals to work and conduct business in the mainland of Dubai, which is the area outside of the free zones. This visa is typically linked to a business license issued by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and is usually obtained by companies that are registered and operate in the mainland.

A mainland business in Dubai refers to a company that is registered and operates within the main areas of Dubai, outside of the designated free zones. These businesses are licensed by the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) and are allowed to operate throughout the UAE without any geographical restrictions. C-UAE can handle the mainland company registration & renewal in Dubai, UAE, so you can focus on running your business instead.

A mainland license in Dubai is a business license issued by the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) that allows a company to operate within the mainland areas of Dubai and across the UAE. This type of license permits businesses to operate without geographic restrictions, enabling them to trade and provide services both inside Dubai and throughout the UAE, including in government contracts and projects.

The cost to set up a mainland business in Dubai can vary widely depending on several factors, including the nature of the business, the size of the company, the type of license required, office space requirements, and other operational needs. A general estimate for setting up a mainland business in Dubai typically ranges from AED 15,000 to AED 50,000 or more, but C-UAE can help you get the lowest possible price for the kind of business you want to establish. 

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