Mainland Company Formation

A mainland company is licensed by the economic department of the emirate (for example, the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai). It lets you trade anywhere in the UAE, open physical premises, and bid for government contracts.

Benefits of a mainland licence

• Trade across the UAE — sell directly to customers in any emirate.
• Government contracts — eligible to work with government entities.
• No restriction on office location — choose premises anywhere in the emirate.
• Full foreign ownership for many activities — some strategic activities still need a UAE partner.
• Visa capacity grows with your office — suitable for larger teams.

Licence types

• Commercial — trading activities.
• Professional — services and consultancy.
• Industrial — manufacturing and industrial activities.

Our process

1. Activity selection and ownership check
2. Trade name reservation and initial approval
3. Memorandum of Association and any external approvals
4. Office lease and Ejari registration
5. Licence issue, immigration and labour files
6. Visas, bank introductions and tax registrations

Things to consider

A registered physical office is required, and some activities need approval from other authorities, which can extend the timeline. We confirm every requirement and cost in an itemised quote before you begin.

Ready to get started?

Tell us your business activity, how many visas you need and where your customers are. We reply with a recommended route and an itemised quote — no obligation.

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