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UAE Company Formation: Your Gateway to Global Business Success
Unlock the UAE's full economic potential with expert company formation services. We guide you through Mainland, Free Zone, and Offshore jurisdictions for a seamless and strategic business setup.
Why United Arab Emirates?
Tax-Efficient Environment
0% personal income tax and a competitive 9% corporate tax on profits exceeding AED 375,000.
100% Foreign Ownership
In most sectors across Mainland and Free Zones, retain full ownership without a local partner.
Global Market Access
Position your business at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Stable & Secure Economy
Operate within a politically stable, resilient economic framework backed by a robust legal system.
World-Class Infrastructure
Leverage state-of-the-art ports, airports, and logistics networks.
Our Formation Process
Four streamlined steps from idea to incorporated.
Discovery & Strategy
We consult with you to understand goals and recommend the ideal jurisdiction and legal structure.
Documentation & Approvals
Trade name reservation, initial approvals, and drafting of your Memorandum of Association (MOA).
License & Registration
Final submission to government authorities and securing your trade license.
Visa & Immigration
Investor visa, employee visas, and Emirates ID applications processed seamlessly.
Bank Account Assistance
We leverage relationships with leading UAE banks to open your corporate account.
What's Included
Mainland
UAE Local & International scope, mandatory office, visas linked to office size, 9% corporate tax over AED 375k. Ideal for retail, restaurants, construction, and trading firms in the domestic UAE market.
- 100% Foreign Ownership in most sectors
- DED license and approvals
- Mandatory physical office
- Investor & employee visas
Free Zone
Within Free Zone & International scope, flexi-desk or office, 0% tax for qualifying income. Ideal for import/export, consulting, tech startups, media, and e-commerce.
- 100% Foreign Ownership
- Free Zone Authority licensing
- Flexi-desk or office options
- Visa packages by tier
Offshore
Strictly international scope (outside UAE), registered agent address only, no visas issued, 0% tax. Ideal for holding companies and tax-efficient corporate structures.
- 100% Foreign Ownership
- Offshore Authority registration
- Registered agent address
- No physical office required
Mainland vs Free Zone vs Offshore
Choose the right jurisdiction - it dictates your legal structure, market access, and visa eligibility.
| Feature | Mainland | Free Zone | Offshore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Scope | UAE Local & International | Within Free Zone & International | Strictly International (Outside UAE) |
| Ownership | 100% Foreign Ownership in most sectors | 100% Foreign Ownership | 100% Foreign Ownership |
| Office Requirements | Mandatory physical office | Flexi-desk or Physical Office | Registered Agent's Address Only |
| Visa Eligibility | Yes, linked to office size | Yes, based on package | No Visas Issued |
| Corporate Tax | 9% on profits over AED 375,000 | 0% for qualifying income | 0% (Exempt) |
| Governing Body | Department of Economic Development (DED) | Respective Free Zone Authority | Offshore Authority |
| Ideal For | Retail, restaurants, construction, local services, domestic trading | Import/export, consulting, tech startups, media, e-commerce | Holding companies, international investors, tax-efficient structures |
Investment Requirements & Costs
Costs vary by activity, license type, office space, and visa requirements.
Free Zone Formation Costs
| Government Fees | AED 8,000 - 50,000 |
| Office / Flexi-desk | AED 8,000 - 80,000 |
| Service Fees | AED 3,000 - 10,000 |
| Visa Processing | AED 3,000 - 5,000 |
| Total Investment | AED 22,000 - 145,000 |
Mainland Formation Costs
| Government Fees | AED 10,000 - 25,000 |
| Local Partner / Sponsor | AED 10,000 - 50,000 |
| Office Lease | AED 20,000 - 100,000+ |
| Service Fees | AED 5,000 - 15,000 |
| Total Investment | AED 45,000 - 190,000+ |
Offshore Formation Costs
| Formation Fees | AED 15,000 - 30,000 |
| Registered Office | AED 5,000 - 10,000 |
| Service Provider | AED 3,000 - 8,000 |
| Total Investment | AED 23,000 - 48,000 |
Additional Services
All priced services below can be selected in the calculator. Not listed? Request a quote.
Investor Visa (per person)
AED 4,000UAE residence visa processing
Corporate Tax Registration
AED 1,500FTA corporate tax registration
VAT Registration
AED 1,500FTA VAT registration & TRN
Bank Account Assistance
AED 3,000Premium bank introduction
Emirates ID Processing
AED 750Per person Emirates ID
UAE Trademark
AED 6,500Ministry of Economy registration
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- DED licensing & approvals
- MOA drafting & notarisation
- Physical office lease guidance
- Investor & employee visas
UAE setups are jurisdiction-dependent (Free Zone, Mainland, Offshore). Estimates below are starting points - final quote is confirmed on consultation.
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