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Dubai Mainland

Dubai Mainland companies have unrestricted market access, stronger license credibility, direct qualification for government contracts, capability to sponsor skilled employees, tax advantages, simplified bank account opening, and full ownership rights, making them an appealing choice for domestic and international businesses seeking a conducive environment for growth and success.

Mainland Steps

Timeline

Day 1st - Day 2nd
Document Preparations and DED Pre-Approvals
Day 3rd - Day 5th
Signing of MOA, Ejari Certificate & License
Day 6th - Day 7th
Establishment Card & Immigration File
Day 7th - Day 10th
Entry permit, Change of status & Medical
Day 11th - Day 14th
Residency Visa & Emirates ID Issuance

Required Documents

Individual Shareholder

  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months)
  • Visa & Emirates ID (if applicable)
  • Passport-sized Photos (White Background)
  • Shareholder’s Names, Emails, & Phone Numbers
  • 3 Name Choices (in order of preference)

Corporate Shareholder

  • Company’s Certificate of Incorporation & MOA
  • Board of Resolution, UBO & Authorized Signatory
  • Incumbency Certificate
  • Passport, Visa & EID of Company Manager
  • 3 Name Choices (in order of preference)

Mainland Legal Structures

1

A Sole Proprietorship is a business structure owned by one person. The owner receives all profits and is responsible for all the business’s losses, debts, and liabilities. One of the main advantages of a sole proprietorship is the ease of formation and dissolution. There are minimal legal restrictions, low startup costs, and less formal paperwork involved compared to other business structures.

2

A Limited Liability Company business structure allows for one to fifty partners, where each partner’s financial risk is limited to the amount they’ve invested in the company. Essentially, if the company faces losses or debt, a partner only risks losing what they’ve put in, not their personal assets. This setup keeps personal finances separate from business liabilities and is ideal for those looking to safeguard their personal assets.

3

A Civil Company is a type of business structure where two or more individuals come together to form a partnership. It refers to a type of business entity that is generally focused on non-commercial activities, typically involving the provision of professional services by its members. This could include professions such as consultants, lawyers, doctors, engineers, architects, and accountants.

4

A Private Joint Stock Company (PJSC) is a corporate entity structured to accommodate up to 200 shareholders, with capital divided into nominal value shares evenly distributed among them. PJSCs often operate with a board of directors overseeing strategic decisions and corporate governance, ensuring efficient management and compliance with regulatory requirements that are based on an efficient framework.

5

A branch or representative office of a foreign company serves as a direct continuation of the parent company’s operations, seamlessly extending its reach into the UAE market. Unlike a subsidiary, a branch does not have its own legal identity; instead, it operates as an integral part of the parent company. This means that the branch and the parent company are considered one entity in legal terms.

Types of Licenses

Professional License

Professional License

Professional licensing is based on provision of specific services, with a specialized skill set, some of these companies include consultants, law firms and real estate brokerages.

Commercial License

Commercial License

Commercial business activities encompass a wide range of actions undertaken by businesses to generate revenue such as Import & export companies, restaurants and grocery stores.

Industrial License

Industrial License

Industrial business activities include manufacturing, processing, or assembling goods on a large scale such as Food supplements and medicines manufacturing.

Abu Dhabi Mainland

After Dubai, in Abu Dhabi, the operational footprint of Jaxtox Group guarantees clients access to a wide range of company registration solutions, adeptly addressing diverse business needs with precision and efficacy. Formally instituted under the auspices of Law No. (7) of 2018, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) assumes the mantle of regulatory oversight within the business domain of the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Empowered by its legislative mandate, ADDED spearheads economic endeavors aimed at cultivating a robust, knowledge-centric, diversified, and sustainable economy.

Northern Emirates

Jaxtox Group extends its company registration services to cover mainland registrations across a comprehensive array of northern emirates, including Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Umm al-Quwain. Our commitment to facilitating seamless registration processes remains steadfast across these diverse regions, ensuring clients receive tailored support irrespective of their location within the northern emirates. With our expertise and dedication, clients can expect seamless and efficient registration services tailored to the unique regulatory environments of each emirate.

FAQs

Dubai mainland company formation is through Dubai Economic Department (DED). The following actions are required to form a company in Dubai Mainland: decide on business operations, reserve a trade name, gain approvals, sign the Memorandum of Understanding, obtain an Ejari Certificate and obtain a Mainland license.

Dubai Mainland refers to the areas in Dubai where businesses have more leeway to enter markets, more trust in their licenses, and better tax breaks. Its full ownership rights, ease of setting bank accounts, capacity to sponsor qualified staff, and immediate qualification for government contracts make it the preferable option.

No, a local sponsor is not required to launch a business in the Mainland of Dubai.

When searching for the appropriate DED activity codes for Dubai mainland companies, you might choose numerous activities from the same group. If more activities are required, they can be added at a later time. 

Document preparations and DED pre-approvals usually take place on the first two days of the timeline. Then, between the third and fifth days, there is the signing of the MOA, the acquisition of the Ejari Certificate, and finally, license issuance.

A valid passport (with a minimum of six months remaining on its validity), a visa and Emirates ID (if applicable) along with some contact details.

A business can be organized most commonly as a sole proprietorship, limited liability company, civil company, private joint stock company, or a branch of a foreign company.

 

There are a variety of licenses available, including a Professional Licence for specialized services, a Commercial Licence for businesses that deal in importing and exporting goods or services, and an Industrial Licence for large-scale production or processing of items.

Business type, legal structure, and government fees are some of the variables that determine the average cost of forming a company in Dubai, which can vary from 15,000 to 20,000 AED.

Yes, a foreign company can open a branch or representative office in Dubai Mainland, giving it access to the UAE market.

 

In order to fulfill the required steps and legalities, an individual must physically be in Dubai in order to register a mainland company.

 

Enter your name to begin setting up your UAE business.

What jurisdiction do you prefer?

There are several freezones in different emirates to choose from, or you can go for a custom setup on the mainland. The benifits and regulations of each differ depending on your choice of business activity.

What are your business activities?

Nature of your operations, including any services or products you plan to offer, is crucial for the category of license, i.e., professional, commercial, or industrial.

How many shareholders will your company have?

The shareholding structure will facilitate the drafting of the memorandum of association and determine the paid-up capital (to be shown only on file) required by the licensing authority.

How many residence visas are required?

The number of visas greatly affects your total cost in addition to the license. The category of visa can be investor, partner, or employee, depending on your requirements.

What type of office space do you require?

Depending on your preference, you can go for many options, such as flexi-desks, co-working spaces, or leasing an entire office.

Are you presently working in the UAE?

There are different requirements if you are employed within the country; depending on the licensing jurisdiction, we can determine the setup process.

When do you plan to start your business?

Your timeline for business setup will keep us prepared to organize beforehand. When the time is right, we will streamline the steps accordingly.

How you would like to receive the information?

Your business setup cost will be sent to you immediately via our automated calculator. We look forward to offering our services on your business setup journey.
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