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From Company Formation to Residency Visas, Banking & Tax Assistance – We’ve Got Everything Covered.

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What we do

We help entrepreneurs and businesses get the right trade license hassle-free. From choosing the best free zone or mainland setup to handling all documentation and approvals, we make business formation in the UAE fast, simple, and cost-effective.

Freezone

Get a 100% ownership business license in UAE free zones with minimal paperwork. We guide you through selecting the right free zone, submitting documents, and obtaining approvals—ensuring a smooth setup process.

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Mainland

Want to set up a UAE mainland company? We simplify the process by handling your trade name registration, local sponsor (if required), and government approvals, so you can start operations with confidence.

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Affordable Licenses

Freezone Sharjah

Pricing

5,385/AED

6,885/AED

14,500/AED

15,500/AED

  • NOC not required
  • Audit Report not required for renewal
  • Multiple Shareholders
  • Unlimited Visa Quota
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Freezone Dubai

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11,900/AED

12,900/AED

20,500/AED

21,500/AED

  • 100% Ownership
  • 0% Personal Tax
  • Multiple Shareholders
  • Presence of Shareholders not required
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Freezone Ajman

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4,150/AED

4,888/AED

10,000/AED

12,000/AED

  • 10 Activities
  • Lowest Renewal Cost
  • Mix & Match Activities
  • 100% Ownership
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Choose the right business license type for your needs

A Mainland License allows you to operate freely across the UAE and internationally with no trade restrictions.

  • Operate Anywhere in the UAE – No trade restrictions within the local market
  • Eligible for Government Contracts – Work with UAE government entities
  • No Minimum Capital Requirement – Flexible investment options for entrepreneurs
  • Sponsor Unlimited Visas – Scale your team with no limitations based on office space
  • Expand Without Restrictions – Open multiple branches anywhere in the UAE

A UAE Mainland License is ideal for retail businesses, corporate offices, restaurants, construction companies, and service-based businesses looking for unrestricted operations and expansion opportunities.

A Free Zone License offers a streamlined, cost-effective way to establish your company with full ownership, tax benefits, and minimal restrictions.

  • 100% Foreign Ownership – No local sponsor required
  • Fast & Affordable Setup – Quick business registration process
  • Easy Business Banking – Hassle-free corporate bank account opening
  • No Currency Restrictions – Conduct business in multiple currencies
  • Ideal for Global Trade – Import/export with minimal duties

A UAE Free Zone License is best suited for startups, e-commerce, consultants, traders, and international businesses looking for a flexible and cost-effective way to operate.

Registration

Register your Business in
4 Simple Steps

Step 01

Provide Basic Business Information

To get started, we need a few essential details about your business. We’ll guide you through the process step
by step:

  • Company Details (Preferred business name, Choose – Freezone or Mainland)
  • Shareholders Details (Shareholders legal name, address, ownership percentages, few other documents)
  • Manager Details – Appoint a manager for your business

15 Minutes

Step 01

Provide Basic Business Information

Step 02

Get Your Business License

We take care of all the legal formalities to ensure a smooth setup.
Here’s what we handle:

  • Company Formation – Registering your business in any Mainland or Free Zone
  • Operating Agreement – Structuring business roles, responsibilities, and ownership
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA) – Defining your company’s legal framework

5 – 7 Working Days

Step 02

Get Your Business License

Step 03

Apply for Your UAE Visa

Once your company is setup, you’ll need to secure residence visas for yourself and your employees.
Here’s what we take care of:

  • Investor, Employee & Dependent Visas – We apply for visas based on your business needs
  • Entry Permits – Quick approvals to enter the UAE legally
  • Medical Tests & Emirates ID Registration – Mandatory health checkups and ID processing
  • Visa Stamping & Residency Approval – Finalizing your UAE residency

4 – 6 Working Days

Step 03

Apply for Your UAE Visa

Step 04

Open a Corporate Bank Account

We simplify it by helping you choose the right bank, meet compliance requirements, and prepare the necessary documents for a quick and hassle-free account opening.

  • Bank Selection – We help you choose the best bank based on your business needs
  • Documentation – Trade license, MOA, and other legal paperwork
  • Faster Approvals – Streamlined process for quick account opening

1 – 3 Weeks

Step 04

Open a Corporate Bank Account

Why choose us

Taking your brand to new heights in the digital world.

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Best Price Guarantee

We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden costs. If you find a lower price elsewhere, we won’t just match it— we’ll beat it! Our goal is to provide the most costeffective business setup in the UAE while maintaining the highest level of service.

Fastest License Issuance

Time is money, and we don’t waste yours. Our streamlined process ensures you get your business license quickly and efficiently. Whether you’re choosing a Free Zone or Mainland setup, we handle all the formalities to get you operational in the shortest time possible.

One-Stop Business Solutions

Beyond business setup, we offer everything you need to operate smoothly:
  • VAT Registration & Corporate Tax Assistance
  • Bookkeeping & Accounting Services
  • Website Development & Digital Solutions
  • Import/Export Code Registration
  • Product Registration & Compliance
  • PRO Services for Documentation & Government Approvals
No need to juggle multiple providers—we handle it all under one roof!

Zero Service Fee

Unlike other consultants, we charge zero service fees on free zone company formation. You only pay the actual government fees, ensuring a fair, transparent, and cost-effective setup process with no surprises.

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01. How much does it cost to start a business in U.A.E?

The cost can vary depending on a number of factors, mainly:

  • Type of business entity – L.L.C / Commercial / Professional / Sole Proprietorship
  • Jurisdiction of the business – Freezone or Mainland
  • Nature of the business activities

Business license in Dubai Mainland starts from AED 7000 & in Dubai Freezone starts from AED 12,500. However, in Sharjah it starts from AED 5750.

  • Mainland: The mainland of the UAE refers to the area outside of the free trade zones. Businesses operating in the mainland are subject to the laws and regulations of the UAE.
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  • Freezones: Freezones are designated areas within the UAE where businesses can operate with different legal and regulatory frameworks than those that apply in the mainland. They offer a range of benefits to businesses, such as 100% foreign ownership, tax exemptions and access to global market.

A local sponsor is a term used to refer to a (LSA) local service agent (for Civil Companies or Single Ownership companies) or a nominee shareholder (sleeping partner in L.L.C) in a mainland company.

The requirement for a local sponsor applies to businesses operating in the mainland of the UAE for certain activities. A sponsor has to be an Emirati (UAE national) with a family membership card (Gincia).

U.A.E does not have income tax.

For the businesses, if the taxable imports and supplies reach the AED 375,000 threshold, the enterprises are required to do mandatory VAT registration.

Additionally, if the combined value of a company’s taxable imports and services (or taxable expenses) exceed AED 187,500 the company may elect to register for VAT voluntarily.

  • Mainland :
    As of June 2021, the revised commercial companies law in Dubai allows 100% foreign ownership for over 1000 activities including trading & manufacturing. This is a significant change from the previous law, which typically required foreign investors to have a local sponsor who held a certain percentage of the company’s shares.
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  • Freezone:
    Free Zones are government designated areas, where the expatriates can own 100% of their business. The government has set up more than 50 free zones which vary in their activities while some are industry specific.

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