Mainland Company Formation in Dubai
Build your Dubai mainland company around the activity you intend to carry out. First Link Dubai supports international founders and UAE entrepreneurs with LLC company formation, document preparation and licensing coordination through the relevant authorities.
How we can help
Activity and legal form
We review your intended trading or service activity, shareholder structure and operating location. An LLC and a sole establishment have different legal implications; we help identify which route to review with the licensing authority.
Licensing coordination
Trade name checks, initial approval coordination, incorporation documents and licence submission form the agreed setup scope. Regulated activities may need additional approvals.
After incorporation
Plan premises, establishment files and owner or staff residency separately. Licence issuance does not by itself grant residence or guarantee a bank account.
Documents to prepare
The initial checklist below is confirmed for your case before submission. Do not upload identity documents through the enquiry form.
- Passport copies and contact details for proposed shareholders and manager.
- Current UAE residence and Emirates ID details, where applicable.
- Proposed names, a clear activity description and proposed ownership shares.
- Corporate shareholder papers, attestations and premises information where the authority requires them.
Processing stages
- Confirm activity, legal form and foreign ownership eligibility with DET.
- Check the trade name and initial approval requirements.
- Coordinate incorporation documents, premises and any external approvals.
- Submit the completed application, arrange authorised payment and check the issued licence.
Preparation, appointments and authority processing are separate stages. Approval and completion dates remain subject to the relevant authority.
Costs and what your quote covers
Budget for trade name and registration charges, licensing, incorporation or notarisation where required, premises and tenancy registration, external approvals and professional assistance. Establishment cards, visas, medical tests, Emirates ID and insurance are separate unless expressly included.
Many activities allow full foreign ownership, but eligibility must be checked for the selected activity. No blanket ownership or unrestricted trading promise applies to every business.
Your questions answered
Is an LLC the same as a sole establishment?
No. Legal form affects ownership, liability and incorporation documents. We review your proposed activity and structure before preparing the application.
Can I start without a mainland office?
Premises requirements depend on the licence and activity. Confirm the authority’s accepted arrangement before committing to a lease.
How long will mainland company setup take?
We separate document preparation, external approvals and authority processing when estimating your schedule. Missing documents or regulated activities can extend it.
Plan your next step
Tell us: Business activity, number of shareholders, premises plans, visa needs and intended start date.
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Official references, reviewed 22 October 2026: Dubai Government setup options. Requirements are confirmed for the selected activity or applicant category before submission.
