Mainland Company Formation
Set up your mainland company with ease, access local markets, and benefit from a wide range of business activities and office options.
Establish your company in the UAE mainland with full compliance and flexible business activities.
Mainland company formation allows businesses to operate across the UAE with access to local markets and government contracts. It involves trade license issuance, legal approvals, and registration with the Department of Economic Development (DED). This setup offers freedom to do business anywhere in the UAE, hire staff freely, and benefit from flexible office location options.
Service Types:
New Company Setup
Complete assistance with trade name reservation, initial approvals, legal documentation, and license issuance.
License Renewal
Ensure uninterrupted business activity by renewing your mainland trade license before expiry.
License Amendment
Modify your business activities, shareholding structure, or office address with official approval.
Why Choose Mainland Company Formation?
- Wider Market Access Operate freely across all UAE emirates and serve local clients without restrictions.
- Flexible Business Activities Choose from thousands of business activities approved by DED.
- Office Location Flexibility Rent office spaces anywhere in the mainland for your operations.
Required Documents
- Passport Copies Valid passports of all shareholders and managers.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) Required if the shareholder is on UAE residence visa under another sponsor.
- Memorandum of Association (MOA) Drafted and notarized with company details and share distribution.
Process Steps
- Trade Name Reservation Select and reserve a unique trade name with DED.
- Initial Approvals Submit documents for initial approvals and clearances.
- Drafting MOA Prepare and notarize the company’s Memorandum of Association.
- Lease Agreement Provide tenancy contract for the office space.
- License Issuance Obtain the trade license and commercial registration certificate.
Fees & Processing Time
- License Fee Varies by activity, starting around AED 10,000 per year.
- Service Charges Additional fees for document preparation and PRO services.
- Processing Time Typically 2–3 weeks for full company formation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, under the recent UAE commercial companies law amendments, 100% foreign ownership is allowed for most mainland businesses.
- Yes, you need a valid tenancy contract or Ejari to complete the licensing process.
- Yes, business activities can be amended through official procedures with the DED.
