Company Formation in the UAE — Free Zones & Mainland

We analyze your business model and objectives to recommend optimal UAE jurisdiction and structure. Free zone entities offer 0% tax benefits and full foreign ownership with operational restrictions, while mainland companies provide unrestricted market access. Our assessment ensures alignment with tax optimization goals and expansion plans for maximum competitive advantage.

Support for establishing free zone or mainland entities, including trade name reservation, selection of business activities, license procurement, office arrangements, and visa processing. We handle Department of Economic Development (DED) or free zone authority applications, MOA drafting, initial approvals, and regulatory compliance ensuring rapid business launch within 6-12 weeks.

Expert guidance ensuring free zone entities meet Qualifying Free Zone Person criteria for 0% corporate tax including adequate substance requirements, qualifying income verification, and transfer pricing compliance. We manage mandatory Federal Tax Authority registration, tax return filing, and strategic planning, leveraging the UAE’s territorial tax system and double tax treaty network.

Facilitation of corporate bank account opening with comprehensive due diligence preparation, multi-currency setup, and payment processing arrangements. Complete immigration services for investors and employees including entry permits, medical examinations, Emirates ID, Golden Visa assessment, and establishment card registration enabling employee sponsorship.

Continuous support for annual license renewals, corporate tax and VAT compliance, economic substance regulations, UBO disclosure, audited financial statements, and regulatory reporting. We provide restructuring assistance, branch establishment, business activity additions, and multi-emirate expansion ensuring sustained good standing with authorities.