Company Registration in the United Arab Emirates is available across more than 45 Free Zones, as well as on the Mainland (the onshore territory of each emirate). Every company must obtain a license corresponding to its planned business activity.
The location of company registration directly impacts the cost of setup and ongoing maintenance, office location requirements, the range of available licenses, flexibility in drafting constitutional documents, and eligibility for tax benefits. Certain business activities may also require additional approvals from various government authorities.
Following company formation, it is mandatory to obtain at least one visa for the company’s director, after which the process of opening a corporate bank account can begin.
Our expertise includes ready-to-implement solutions and company registration across a wide range of industries, including trading companies, maritime transport operators, IT firms, car rental businesses, and more.
We also have significant experience registering financial companies within the DIFC and ADGM Free Zones, as well as establishing trusts and foundations for asset protection and estate planning.
We are pleased to offer comprehensive support in the following areas:
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Selection of Company Registration Jurisdiction
Based on your planned business activity, our specialists will identify the optimal jurisdiction and license type for your company. We will present several tailored options, including a comparison of registration costs, timelines, and other key factors. This detailed analysis will help you make an informed decision about where and how to establish your business in the UAE.
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Visa Processing for Founders, Directors, and Employees
Collection and preparation of required documentation
Entry permit issuance
Medical examination
Biometric data capture (fingerprinting)
Visa issuance and Emirates ID registration
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Corporate Bank Account Opening
Compilation of required documentation
Submission of documents to the bank
Completion of KYC/AML procedures
Assistance in preparing responses to additional bank queries
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Company Registration
Preparation of constitutional documents, application submission, company name selection, and completion of KYC procedures
Negotiations and coordination with the registration authority, office lease arrangements, and submission of Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) information
Issuance of license and Establishment Card, allocation of visa quotas
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Development of Custom Corporate Documents
If required, we offer bespoke drafting of constitutional documents and shareholder agreements. Our team is also experienced in development of holding structures including option agreements, etc.
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