Mainland Business Setup
Plan your UAE mainland company formation step by step.
Personal support, clear steps
Get service-specific guidance and an itemized quotation before proceeding.
Mainland Business Setup — Fees & Cost Breakdown
An indicative service-fee example for this category. Government charges and third-party costs vary by emirate, eligibility and application type.
Not the total visa or application cost. No government fee or processing time is guaranteed. Final written quotation confirms all applicable line items before proceeding.
Company formation and licensing
Activity selection, legal form, trade name, initial approval, premises and licence issuance depend on the emirate.
Who this service is for
Individuals, families or businesses whose circumstances meet the applicable UAE authority rules. We check your situation before suggesting a route.
How SMART VISA helps
We review your enquiry, explain required documentation, coordinate applicable steps and provide a transparent quotation. Official decisions remain with the relevant authorities.
Documents you may need
Exact requirements depend on your nationality, emirate, application category and current UAE rules.
- Shareholder passports and identity details
- proposed activities
- trade name options
- address or lease evidence
- professional approvals where required.
How the application works
Choose activity and legal structure
check trade name
obtain initial approval
arrange constitutional documents and premises
complete external approvals
pay authority fees and issue the licence.
Mainland Business Setup FAQ
Can I open a company without an office?
Workspace and address requirements depend on the activity and emirate.
Is every activity 100% foreign-owned?
Ownership and approval rules depend on the regulated activity and structure.
Can SMART VISA guarantee approval?
No. All approvals and processing decisions are made by the relevant UAE authorities.
Do you serve clients outside Dubai?
Yes. We accept enquiries across all seven UAE emirates; the available procedure depends on the relevant authority.
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