UAE Mainland Zone

Your UAE Mainland Zone Company Starts here.

A mainland company is a legal entity authorized to operate without restrictions within and beyond the UAE's borders. Establishing a mainland company offers several advantages, including the freedom to select premises in any desired location, the ability to engage in a diverse range of business activities, and Unrestricted trade throughout the UAE and internationally. Once your business is established, as the owner, you have the flexibility to hire employees and apply for UAE residence visas for yourself and your dependents, such as family members. In accordance with UAE company law, a mainland company requires a local partner or a local service agent.

License Types

Commercial Licence

The most prevalent company formation in the UAE, the Limited Liability Company (LLC), is ideal for businesses seeking to operate throughout the region. However, it’s important to note that 100% foreign ownership of LLCs is not permitted in the UAE.

  • Foreign investors can hold up to 49% equity ownership

  • One or more UAE nationals must own 51% of the shares

  • 2 to 50 shareholders can be included

  • Minimum recommended share capital is AED 300,000

  • Multiple business-related activities can be conducted under a single trade license.

Sole Establishment

This category of business structure is suitable for professional services and consulting in the UAE. Establishing such an entity provides a foreign investor with the opportunity to attain full ownership in a company registered outside Free Zones.

  • No need for local ownership
  • 100% foreign ownership
  • No minimum capital requirement
  • The UAE National acts as an agent with 0% ownership
  • Formation through a national service agent
  • Single shareholder option.

Civil Company

A Civil company is entirely owned by foreigners, with a maximum of three shareholders and a local service agent. This structure is applicable to professional and service activities/licenses.

In this arrangement, the local service agent does not own any business shares or profits; these are solely owned by the foreign partner or company, holding 100% of the shares. The primary responsibility of the local service agent is to act as a signatory for the completion of all government-related tasks.

Despite being involved in government-related tasks, the local service agent does not possess administrative powers and is solely entitled to an annual payment for government services. The local service agent can be an individual with professional qualifications, a UAE Government employee, or a company owned by a UAE National.

Locations

The UAE’s commercial company law classifies businesses for regulatory purposes, ensuring optimal growth and support. With a plethora of options available, choosing the ideal location for your UAE company can be a daunting task. At CA Chartered Accountants LLC Business Setup, we’ll guide you through the pros and cons of each option, empowering you to make an informed decision aligned with your business goals.

Dubai

Mainland

Abu Dhabi

Main Land

Sharjah

Main Land

Ajman

Main Land

Registering a Company in the UAE

  • 01

    Select Business Activity

  • 02

    Select Legal Form

  • 03

    Select Trade Name

  • 04

    Prepare MOA & LSA Agreement

  • 05

    Apply For Initial Approval in DED

  • 06

    Establish Business Location

  • 07

    Get Approval

  • 08

    Collect Business License

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