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Mainland company formation in Dubai
Business Setup in Dubai Mainland
Set up your Dubai mainland company with DXB VIP. We handle your business activity, legal structure, licensing, approvals, residency visas and registration from start to finish.
What is a Dubai Mainland Company?
A Dubai Mainland company gives you the freedom to operate across Dubai and access customers throughout the UAE. It is a flexible option for founders who want to establish a local presence and grow their business in a competitive market.
With the right mainland license, you can conduct your approved business activities, work with private and government clients, and establish a physical office where required. The setup depends on your activity, business structure and operational needs.
Many mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, making Dubai Mainland an attractive choice for international entrepreneurs. Some regulated activities may require additional approvals or specific conditions.
Ready to launch your business in Dubai? DXB VIP helps you choose the right activity, license and structure, then handles the registration, approvals and documentation for you.
Book Consultation
Speak with a senior UAE advisor
Why Dubai Mainland
Benefits of Dubai Mainland
Dubai Mainland gives businesses the flexibility to operate across the UAE, access a wide range of licensed activities, hire and sponsor employees, and scale without being limited to a specific free zone jurisdiction.
100% Foreign Ownership
You can own 100% of companies without appointing a UAE national shareholder.
Access to the UAE Market
A mainland company can conduct business throughout Dubai and the UAE.
2400+ Business Activities
Dubai mainland license cover a broad range of commercial, professional and industrial activities.
Flexible Office Location
Choose your office location across Dubai based on your business needs.
Employee and Investor Visas
Sponsor eligible employees and investors once your company is established.
Business Flexibility
Add permitted activities and adapt your company as it grows.
Types of Dubai Mainland Licenses
The activity selected during mainland company formation in Dubai is important because it determines the appropriate licence, legal structure, external approvals and other regulatory requirements.
A commercial license is used for businesses involved in trading activities such as wholesale, retail, import, export and general trading.
A professional license covers many service-based activities, including consultancy and other specialized professional services.
An industrial license is intended for businesses carrying out manufacturing, production or industrial activities.
Documents Checklist
Passport Copy
Clear passport copy for each shareholder.
UAE Visa
UAE visa and Emirates ID, if applicable.
Passport Copy
Clear passport copy for each shareholder.
Trade Name Options
Proposed names for your new company.
Business Activities
Selected activities for your company license.
Legal Form
Ownership structure and chosen legal entity.
Ownership Document
Beneficial ownership and contact details.
Additional Documents
Corporate, approval and office documents, where required.
How It Works?
01
We review your business activity, ownership structure, shareholders and visa requirements to define the right company setup.
02
We reserve the trade name, submit the initial application and arrange any required external approvals.
03
We prepare the incorporation documents, complete office requirements where applicable and finalize the company registration.
04
Your Dubai mainland license is issued, after which we can assist with visas, banking, accounting and ongoing business support.
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Ready to Start Your Business in Dubai Mainland?
Speak with a DXB VIP business setup consultant about your planned company. We will review your activities, ownership structure and operational requirements, explain the Dubai mainland business setup cost and guide you through the complete registration and licensing process.