Dubai Mainland Company

Base your business in Dubai on the easy-way

Dubai is one of the world’s vibrant cities with ultramodern architecture, a large expatriate population, and enormous tourist attractions. When it comes to starting a business in Dubai, entrepreneurs have a wide range of jurisdictions to select from.

About Dubai Mainland Company

A Dubai mainland company is licensed by the Department of Economic Development of Dubai and is free to conduct business anywhere in the UAE. Also referred to as an ‘onshore’ company, a mainland company in Dubai is one of the most sought-after enterprises.

Benefits of Dubai Mainland Companies

Flexibility of conducting business activities in local as well as foreign markets.
No limit on the number of visas issued for the company.
Office premises can be based anywhere in mainland Dubai.
Accessibility and brand visibility.
Access to government tenders as government departments typically do not conduct business with free zone companies.

Licensing options under the Department of Economic Development

1. Commercial License
A commercial license is issued in the form of a Limited Liability Company (LLC) for carrying out any commercial activity in Dubai. It is the most widely used commercial entity for mainland business setup in Dubai.

2. Professional License
A professional license for a Dubai mainland company is typically issued for the services, skills, and expertise of the individual(s) conducting the business. The company form can either be a sole establishment or an LLC. A foreign national can establish the sole establishment under his/her own name, with the exception of some activities.

3. Branch Office
A branch office license is a legal extension of a local or a foreign company. It does not have any separate legal personality and can only be permitted to carry out the business activity of the parent company. Special approval is required from the UAE Ministry of Economy for setting up a branch office. A UAE national is required to be appointed as a local service agent for a branch office.

4. Representative Office
A representative office is primarily set up to only promote the business and expand the accessibility of the parent company. The appointment of a UAE national as a local service agent is a mandatory requirement for a representative office.

Process for setting up Dubai Mainland Company

Step 1 – We reserve your trade name
We will reserve your trade name and obtain the initial approval required for the issuance of your mainland trade license.

Step 2 – We prepare your company documents
We will prepare your company documents including the Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA). All shareholders are required to sign these documents.

Step 3 – You receive your mainland trade license
You will receive a trade license to start your business.

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