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Get your Dubai Mainland Business License in Dubai, UAE
Choose Alfa Zone for your Dubai mainland company license. Tailored solutions for commercial, industrial, or professional ventures, aligned with your business goals. We are now operating in Europe as well.
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Mainland Company Setup
Dubai Mainland License
Dubai Mainland company license enables onshore business activities within and outside the UAE, issued by DED. Choose a professional or commercial license for premium benefits. Mainland Company Setup service with Alfa zone
100% foreign ownership allowed
UAE-wide business operations
Own/rent offices in Dubai mainland
Conduct business with govt. entities
Easier bank account opening
Scalable business with additional visas

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Mainland Company Setup in Dubai
Advantages of Mainland Company Setup
Capital Flexibility
Mainland License companies enjoy tax exemptions and no minimum capital requirement.
Dubai Mainland
Package For Your New Mainland Company Setup in Dubai, UAE
Choose from tailored plans that suit your needs and budget, ensuring a seamless and successful venture launch. Start your Mainland Company Setup journey with us today!
0 Visa - Business License in Mainland
AED 8999
Visa Quota
Notarization Cost
Shared Office Space in Dubai
Dedicated Account Managers
DED License Fee Payment Receipt
Commercial Sponsorship / Professional Local Agent
Name Reservation Fee Payment Receipt
Initial Application Processing and Approval
Digital MOA / Local Service Agent Agreement
* Tax & other services not included.
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1 Visa - Business License in Mainland
AED 12,999
Visa Quota
Notarization Cost
Residency Permit Card
DED License Fee Payment Receipt
Shared Office Space in Dubai
Dedicated Account Managers
Commercial Sponsorship / Professional Local Agent
Name Reservation Fee Payment Receipt
Initial Application Processing and Approval
Digital MOA / Local Service Agent Agreement
One Partner Visa, including Medical Test & Emirates ID
* Tax & other services not included.
Work Process
Setting Up a Business in Dubai Mainland
Mainland Company Setup

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1. Choose Your Business Activity
Decide your industry (e.g., trading, agriculture, hospitality) based on DED’s 2000+ permitted activities. Mainland businesses are free to trade in any listed activity.
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2. Find the Ideal Location
Select a location that suits your budget and business needs. Mainland businesses have no location restrictions, allowing easy branch office setup and flexibility in choosing high-traffic areas.
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3. Determine Legal Structure
The most common structure is an LLC, which requires a local sponsor. Professional service companies, however, can be 100% foreign-owned without a sponsor.
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4. Obtain a Local Sponsor/Agent
For an LLC, a local sponsor (UAE national/company) owning 51% of the business is needed. For professional services, a local service agent is required without ownership.
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5. Name Your Company
Choose a trade name that aligns with UAE guidelines—avoid offensive language, religious references, and abbreviations. Use full personal names only.
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6. Apply for a Trade License
Submit required documents to the DED, such as a license application, sponsor arrangements, and ownership details.
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7. Secure Office Space
Choose between serviced offices (fully equipped) or shell and core spaces (requiring full fit-out). Your choice will depend on your business needs and budget.
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8. Apply for Visas
The number of visas you can apply for depends on your office space. Mainland companies can sponsor dependents and apply for investment visas with three-year validity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mainland Company Setup
Mainland Dubai: Easy, open, and attractive for entrepreneurs.
Various options include General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Limited Liability Company, Public Joint Stock Company, Private Joint Stock Company, Civil Company, Branch Office, and Sole Establishment.
No, unlike in some other countries, there are no restrictions on foreign ownership in Dubai Mainland.
While UAE law requires investors to specify the capital value in articles of incorporation and company statutes, there is no minimum amount for limited liability companies.
Consider criteria like ease of transportation, setup costs, official formalities, relevance to your business field, and potential for growth.
The UAE Federal Decree Law no. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies applies to any economic entity conducting commercial, financial, industrial, agricultural, real estate, or other economic activities on the mainland.
Corporate Tax is levied at a headline rate of 9% on taxable income exceeding AED 375,000.
Commercial activities can include gym, hospitality, import-export, retail, event and entertainment, manufacturing, and healthcare.