Mainland
Mainland companies are licensed by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in the relevant Emirate, giving you the flexibility of operating across the UAE and overseas and opening multiple branches to grow your business at a good pace.
Mainland Company Formation
Welcome to the Mainland UAE, where 2,000+ business activities find operational grounds and global connections with absolutely no restrictions across the entire UAE.
Mainland companies are licensed by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in the relevant Emirate, giving you the flexibility of operating across the UAE and overseas and opening multiple branches to grow your business at a good pace.
In recent years, the UAE government has expanded and accelerated the upgradation of government and social facilities. As a company registered on the Mainland, you will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with government agencies and position yourself as a leader in your respective industries.
Who it’s ideal for?
If you are a business that aims to trade locally within the UAE, open multiple branches, or work with the government, the Mainland UAE is the right place to set up your business.
Benefits of Mainland UAE
- 100% foreign ownership in most sectors
- Freedom to trade directly across the UAE and internationally
- Eligible to bid for lucrative government projects
- Operate from one of the world’s best-connected locations
- Easy investor, partner, and employee visa options
- Freedom to set up your business anywhere
- Low corporate tax rates and exemptions are available in many cases.
- No restriction on the number of business activities or expansion
1 Business License, Multiple Activities
Mainland companies, like yours, can apply for one of the six licenses based on their business activities. They are: industrial, commercial, professional, tourism, agricultural, and occupational. You can carry out more than one business activity, meaning there’s more opportunity for you to expand rapidly.
Wide Choice of Legal Forms
A company’s legal form influences its operations, responsibilities, and growth opportunities. Mainland UAE allows companies to register under 12 legal forms, including Limited Liability Company, Sole Proprietorships, Limited or General Partnership, Public or Private Joint Stock Company, and Civil Company.
100% Foreign Ownership
Previously, only companies in the Free Zones or professional service companies on the Mainland enjoyed 100% ownership. With recent developments, most mainland companies with foreign investors can get straight to business without needing an Emirati partner.
No Minimum Capital Required
Your minimum capital investments totally depend on the legal form you choose. Consequently, there are no prerequisites for capital investments.
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