Who we are

A multilingual team, on the ground in Dubai.

Dubai Setup is the leading multilingual agency for emigration and company formation in the UAE. For over ten years we have guided freelancers, entrepreneurs and investors safely into their new life in the Gulf.

Our story

From our own experience – for your fresh start.

Dubai Setup grew out of a simple realisation: anyone moving to the UAE from Germany, Austria, Switzerland or many other countries quickly loses track without local expertise – with authorities, banks and Freezones that operate in English and Arabic.

We have walked this path ourselves and know every hurdle first-hand. Today we bring that knowledge together in a multilingual team of consultants, lawyers, tax experts and local partners – everything from a single source, from your first question to the day-to-day running of your company.

Our standard is German thoroughness paired with the speed and possibilities of Dubai. Transparent prices, clear deadlines and a contact person who stays reachable.

The Dubai Setup team in a client meeting
10+
Years in Dubai
100+
Companies formed
150+
Satisfied clients
9+
Languages in the team
10+
Years of experience
What we stand for

The values that guide us

Emigrating is a matter of trust. These four principles shape every consultation and every mandate we take on.

Get to know us
01
Transparency
Fixed prices and clear deadlines from the start – no hidden costs, no surprises along the way.
02
Expertise
Proven expertise in banking, tax and law – combined with over ten years of experience on the ground.
03
Closeness
A dedicated multilingual contact who stays reachable after the formation and keeps supporting you.
04
Accountability
Legally sound structures instead of quick fixes – we build solutions that last.
Clemens Kohlbacher
Founder

Clemens Kohlbacher

CEO & Founder

By now I have travelled to more than 50 countries and lived in several of them. None has impressed me as much as the UAE. Few countries rank among the world’s best in infrastructure, safety, innovation and lifestyle all at once.

The UAE, and Dubai above all, offers enormous potential for people relocating from any country. My goal is to help my clients make full use of it.

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The people behind Dubai Setup

Our team

Consultants, lawyers and specialists who guide you personally and in your language through every step.

Enis S.
Enis S.
Banking / Offshore / Foundation Partner

Enis has lived in the UAE for around 15 years and is connected like almost no one else in Dubai and well beyond.

Amine D.
Amine D.
Mainland Partner

Amine speaks fluent German, Arabic and English, making him the ideal contact for mainland formations of every kind in Dubai.

Daniela P.
Daniela P.
Adviser for Spain & Latin America

Daniela speaks fluent Spanish and advises and supports clients from the Spanish and Latin American markets.

Shoaib C.
Shoaib C.
Accounting

A trained accountant, Shoaib has been working in the UAE for 5 years and ensures our clients’ tax compliance.

How we work

To Dubai in four steps

A structured process that makes every stage plannable and transparent.

STEP 01
Initial consultation
We analyse your situation, your goals and the right structure – free of charge and without obligation.
STEP 02
Formation
Company choice, licence and Freezone are applied for and set up – we handle the paperwork.
STEP 03
Visa & Banking
Medical, Emirates ID, residence visa and bank account opening – all coordinated on site.
STEP 04
Ongoing support
Bookkeeping, taxes, renewals and everyday questions – we stay by your side.
Partner
IFZA Meydan Freezone RAKEZ DIFC Tribeca Real Estate German Emirates Club Steuerberatungskanzlei Klein Ancova

Let’s get acquainted

A no-obligation first conversation shows you what your route to Dubai can look like in practice.

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