A Dubai Mainland license allows entrepreneurs to operate their businesses both within the UAE and internationally. Issued by Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (DED), this trade license provides several key advantages.
With a Dubai Mainland license, you can:
While a physical office space is not always mandatory for registration, Unity Partners offers a flexible co-working DED package to help you get started.
A Dubai Mainland License offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing businesses to operate within the UAE, across free zones, and internationally without restrictions.
With a Dubai Mainland License, you can establish your physical company anywhere in the UAE, strengthening your market presence and providing the flexibility to expand your branches across the country.
A Dubai Mainland License enables you to bid on government contracts, offering access to lucrative, high-value projects often requiring specialized contractors.
Enjoy the freedom of fully repatriating funds from both offshore and onshore bank accounts without currency limitations under the Dubai Mainland License.
Expand your visa quotas without restrictions as your business grows. While additional physical space is needed beyond a certain point, scaling your operations is relatively straightforward.
Dubai Mainland License holders benefit from tax exemptions similar to Free Zone companies, with no minimum capital requirement for company setup, enhancing financial viability.
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An Industrial License permits businesses under a Mainland Company to engage in industrial activities such as production, segregation, accumulation, and packaging. This license is primarily granted to businesses that convert natural materials or resources into finished goods.
The Commercial License is designed for businesses involved in the buying and selling of goods, commodities, and other trade activities within the UAE. It is also issued to general and specialized traders, as well as companies engaged in retail, construction, and real estate sectors.
A Professional License is issued to individuals or corporations offering services based on skills, talent, and expertise. This includes fields such as accounting, design, tourism, and other professions that rely on natural abilities, skills, or experience.
There are three forms of licenses available within the travel and tourism industry:
A Single-Person LLC is a business entity owned and operated by an individual or a corporate body.
An LLC comprises 2-50 shareholders and is a popular choice for expatriates and foreigners to establish a business in the UAE. Certain activities allow 100% foreign ownership.
Foreign nationals can fully own a sole proprietorship. A Local Service Agent (LSA) is required for non-UAE nationals to handle licensing and governmental matters. The business can operate professional services anywhere in the UAE.
Companies registered in the UAE or abroad can establish a branch on the Dubai Mainland, conducting activities listed on the parent company’s license.
A Civil Company is a partnership for professional or service-related activities. Partners can be of any nationality, but if there are no UAE or GCC nationals, a Local Service Agent (LSA) is required. Partners share liability for the business’s debts and losses.
Select your business category and structure from over 1,500 options, ensuring compliance with Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (DED) regulations.
Pick a unique company name and register it with DED. This process typically takes about three days.
Apply for your trade license with DED. Unity Partners can assist with the application process and required documents.
Obtain an office or coworking space. Provide necessary documents such as tenancy agreements and RERA documents. Unity Partners offers flexible coworking space options.
Draft the Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA). Unity Partners’ legal experts can help ensure accuracy.
Pay the fees and collect your business license, officially authorizing your company to operate in Dubai Mainland.
Open a corporate bank account, a process facilitated by modern banking and Unity Partners’ experts.
The best thing about starting a business on the Mainland is the chance to explore various industry niches.
A business setup in Dubai Mainland allows for conducting many business activities.
As a result, you can select the business activities that best suit your needs. Additionally, you can conveniently obtain approvals to operate your business.
The best thing about starting a business on the Mainland is the chance to explore various industry niches. The Mainland allows for conducting many business activities. As a result, you can select the business activities that best suit your needs. Additionally, you can conveniently obtain approvals to operate your business.
You are not required to pay personal taxes for your mainland establishment. Also, note that the UAE’s government regulates a VAT taxation policy that is among the lowest in the world. Additionally, you can repatriate 100% of your profits and capital gains.
Access to the local market is another alluring advantage of obtaining a license for your company on the Dubai mainland. Furthermore, there are no constraints on a mainland company, allowing them to conduct business anywhere in the UAE, including Dubai.
There are no currency restrictions in Dubai Mainland. Furthermore, the UAE has cutting-edge technologies and sophisticated infrastructure perfect for advancing your business. Moreover, the best aspect of the Mainland business formation procedure is that it moves quickly and flexibly.
A company on the Mainland has more flexibility than that in a free zone. You will be eligible to compete for lucrative government contracts if you register your Mainland business setup in Dubai. You can be in an excellent position to collaborate with government projects if your business’ offerings are in line with them.
Moreover, you may establish the foundation for a long-term professional partnership if your company gains the confidence of the pertinent authorities. Working with the government will also help your business gain recognition. It will improve your business’s standing inside and outside the UAE.
With 16+ years of experience and an international network of industry experts working together to provide tailor-made solutions to establish and empower your business in Dubai Mainland, Unity Partners offers comprehensive services from start to finish.
Our team of experts will guide you through the entire process of Dubai Mainland business setup, from obtaining a business license and visa for your employees to setting up an office space and handling all legal procedures.
Some of our services include:
As the best business setup company in Dubai, our goal is to make mainland business setup in Dubai as effortless and efficient as possible for our clients.
With our expertise and knowledge of the local market, we can help you navigate any challenges that may arise during the setup process.
Additionally, we provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure the success and growth of your business in Dubai Mainland.
With over 16 years of experience in company formation and business setup services, we have a deep understanding of the local market and regulations.
Recognizing that every business is unique, we provide customized solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients.
Our team consists of experts from various backgrounds who can communicate fluently in multiple languages, making it easier for our clients to understand and navigate the setup process.
We handle all procedures on behalf of our clients, saving them time and effort. Our goal is to make the process as smooth and hassle-free as possible.
Over the years, we have built strong relationships with government authorities, banks, and other essential entities in Dubai. This allows us to expedite the setup process for our clients.
If you are considering setting up your business in Dubai Mainland, look no further than Unity Partners.
Our team of experts is ready to guide you through the entire process and provide ongoing support to ensure the success of your business.
Contact us at +971 4 5194444 today to get started!