🇦🇪 UAE Mainland Company Formation

Set Up Your UAE Mainland Company
with Full Trading Rights

Nexivol manages the complete mainland company formation process — from DET/DED registration and trade name reservation to MOA notarization, license issuance, and investor visa processing — so your business is operational quickly and fully compliant.

300+Mainland Companies Formed
7 DaysTypical Setup Time
All UAEEmirates Covered
100%Compliance Rate

Why Choose a UAE Mainland Company?

A UAE mainland company (LLC or sole establishment) gives your business the widest possible scope of operations — you can trade anywhere in the UAE, bid on government contracts, operate from any location, and target both local and international markets without restriction.

Unlike freezone companies, mainland businesses can trade directly with the UAE local market without the need for a local distributor, making this the preferred structure for retail, construction, trading, services, and businesses targeting UAE government entities.

With the UAE’s recent reforms allowing 100% foreign ownership across most activities, setting up on the mainland has never been more attractive for international entrepreneurs and investors.

Mainland License Types We Handle

Every business activity in the UAE requires a specific license type. We advise on the right license and handle the complete application.

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Commercial License

For trading, import/export, distribution, retail, and any buying-and-selling activities.

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Professional License

For consultancies, service providers, freelancers, and skill-based professional activities.

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Industrial License

For manufacturing, production, processing, and industrial operations within the UAE.

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Tourism / F&B License

For restaurants, cafes, hotels, travel agencies, and hospitality businesses.

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Contracting License

For construction, contracting, fit-out, MEP, and engineering project companies.

How We Set Up Your Mainland Company

A fully managed process — from initial advice to final license delivery.

1

Free Consultation

We advise on the best structure, ownership %, activities, and emirate for your business model.

2

Name Reservation

We search and reserve your preferred trade name with DET/DED in your chosen emirate.

3

Documents & MOA

We prepare and notarize the Memorandum of Association (MOA) and all shareholder documents.

4

Office & Ejari

We help arrange your registered office address and process the tenancy contract (Ejari) registration.

5

License Issuance

We submit all documents and follow up with DET/DED until your trade license is issued.

6

Post-Setup

Investor visa, Emirates ID, bank account introduction, and VAT/Corporate Tax registration support.

Mainland vs Freezone — Quick Comparison

Feature
🏙️ Mainland
🏗️ Freezone
UAE Market Trading
✅ Unrestricted
⚠️ Via distributor
Foreign Ownership
✅ 100% (most activities)
✅ 100%
Government Contracts
✅ Yes
❌ Usually no
Office Requirement
✅ Physical office
⚠️ Virtual or physical
Visa Quota
✅ Based on office size
⚠️ Package dependent
Corporate Tax
✅ 9% (above AED 375K)
⚠️ Qualifying free zones: 0%

Benefits of Setting Up with Nexivol

Expert Guidance

We advise on 100% ownership vs. local agent requirements for your specific activity.

Fast Processing

Established relationships with DET, DED, and MOHRE for faster document processing.

Zero Mistakes

Meticulous document review prevents costly rejection and resubmission delays.

End-to-End Service

From name reservation to visa and bank account — one point of contact throughout.

All Emirates

We handle mainland setups in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, and Fujairah.

Post-Setup Support

Ongoing PRO services, license renewals, and accounting services available after setup.

Ready to Start Your UAE Mainland Company?

Book a free consultation today and get expert guidance on the best mainland structure for your business goals.

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