Mainland company formation in Dubai

Mainland company formation in Dubai is the ideal choice for those who want to do business locally in Dubai and enjoy a high reputation.

For over 10 years, we have been supporting people in setting up a mainland company in Dubai. From freezone companies to mainland and offshore solutions, we are the right partner to help you benefit from the attractive business location of Dubai.

+100 successful start-ups

Advantages

An overview of the most important reasons why you should emigrate to Dubai or set up a mainland company in Dubai.

No income tax

Income at a private level is completely tax-free in Dubai. Whether salary, dividends, crypto, real estate or similar.

Low corporation tax

Corporation tax is 0-9%, depending on turnover and type of business. This is much lower than in many European countries.

Stable banks

In contrast to other tax havens, Dubai offers a very good banking system that is stable and customer-friendly.

Security

Dubai is one of the safest cities in the world. The crime rate is one of the lowest of all cities.

VISA

By founding a company, you receive a Residency VISA, which enables you to emigrate to Dubai or live there.

Local business activities

The biggest advantage, apart from the high reputation of Mainland companies, is that you have the right to do business locally.

Procedure

We support you step by step with your Mainland Dubai company and emigration. Starting with advice on setting up your company, obtaining your Emirates ID, opening an account and ongoing support.

30min (remote)

Initial consultation

In the first step, we advise and weigh up whether Freezone or Mainland makes more sense, which licenses and permits are required and how the company should be set up.

30min (remote)

3-5 working days (remote)

Pre Approval

First, we submit the name, business activity and EJARI certificate to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism in order to obtain pre-approval.

3-5 working days (remote)

Company foundation

The company is then founded, including the founding documents and office address.

3-5 working days (remote)

1-3 days (remote)

EVISA

We apply for an EVISA via the company that has already been set up. You can only enter the country once this has been issued.

1-3 days (remote)

3-4 days (on site in Dubai)

Medical Check / Biometrics / EID / RV

After incorporation, entry is via EVISA. A medical test, EID application and biometrics are then carried out on site in Dubai in order to obtain the Emirates ID and the Residency VISA.

3-4 days (on site in Dubai)

remote

Account opening

As soon as you have the Emirates ID, we start opening bank accounts, both private and business, including debit and credit cards.

remote

Tax registration

In order to remain legally compliant from a tax perspective, we register the company with the FTA and advise on compliance and legal tax optimization.

remote

24/7

Ongoing support

We are your ongoing contact for all questions relating to company management, living and working in Dubai. From taxes and banking to VISA and emigration with family.

24/7

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Our services

We provide comprehensive support for company formation and emigration. We offer the following core services.

Start-up consulting
Company formation (full service process)
VISA process on site (with escort)
Account opening
Payment provider support (Stripe, PayPal & Co.)
Tax registration, bookkeeping & annual financial statements
Clarification of exit taxation
International tax advice for complex structures

FAQ

Below are the most frequently asked questions on the topic of mainland company formation in Dubai.

How much does it cost to incorporate a mainland company in Dubai?

The cost of setting up a Mainland company depends on several aspects. These include the number of VISAs, type of licenses and ultimately the size of the obligatory office.

How long does the process take?

The company formation process usually takes 1 week. This is followed by (optional) entry to carry out the medical test and biometrics for the Emirates ID. This again takes one week. The next step is to open an account, which takes a few working days on site.

Will my family also get a VISA?

Yes, you can sponsor your family's VISA as a spouse or apply for their VISA or hire family members in the company.

Do I have to live in Dubai?

No, you do not have to live in Dubai and run a company here. However, you should enter the country once or twice a year to maintain your VISA.

What is the difference between Freezone and Mainland?

The key difference is that Freezone companies can only operate in Freezone and worldwide without restriction. No services may be provided locally in the Mainland. Anyone selling goods or services locally requires a mainland company.

Are there differences within the free zones?

Yes, each free zone has its own licenses and infrastructure. For example, JAFZA has a port and storage facilities, while DIEZ has many licenses for (digital) services.

Do I absolutely need an Emirates ID?

An Emirates ID is mandatory for opening local accounts. It may also be required in the event of emigration.

Does Dubai Setup also support emigration?

Yes, we not only provide support with the company setup, but also with the entire emigration process.

What do our customers say?

Experience

For years we have been helping people with emigration, company formation, real estate, foundations and much more in Dubai. We are proud of the genuine reviews we have received from our clients. (Source: Google & Trustpilot)

From the first contact to the final implementation, I was supported professionally, quickly and above all transparently.

I particularly appreciate the fact that the team speaks German, which makes you feel immediately understood and in good hands in a complex environment. Every one of my questions was answered in detail and you can tell that there is real expertise here.

For all those who are thinking about setting up a company or emigrating to Dubai: absolute recommendation!

I set up my company in Dubai via Dubai Setup and am absolutely satisfied with the entire process. The team was extremely competent, professional and German-speaking right from the start, which made communication and understanding the local requirements much easier.

If you are looking for serious and professional advice on setting up a company in Dubai, you have come to the right place. Many thanks for the great support - I can recommend the service without reservation!

Clemens guided me through the entire process and was always available to answer questions quickly. Even when questions arose that were "outside" the scope of the service, the Dubai Setup team was on hand with advice. In summary, I can recommend Global Setup's service to anyone.

Dubai Setup did exactly what I expected so that I could concentrate on my core business in the UAE! The path to the company was clearly shown and quantified, there were no surprises and the deadline was even shortened through internal optimizations! Absolutely recommendable!

The Dubai Setup team provided me with comprehensive and confident advice before I emigrated from Austria and set up my company abroad. The subsequent implementation went very quickly and I am currently fully satisfied with my international company structure.

I was a bit skeptical at first because you hear and see a lot of dubious things on the market, but I can't confirm that at all with Dubai Setup and Clemens! 🙂

From the first contact 2 months ago to the complete processing, everything went super professionally and extremely quickly! I was so impressed with how smoothly bureaucratic processes can run here.

All in all, a clear recommendation from me for the team at Dubai Setup and Clemens! 🙂

Clemens Kohlbacher

Dubai Setup Specialist

office@dubaisetup.co

Contact

Do you have questions about company formation, tax or emigration in Dubai? Contact us now via the contact form, e-mail or book an appointment for a non-binding initial consultation.