Mainland Company Setup — Full Market Access in Dubai

Mainland Company Setup — Full Market Access in Dubai

Establish your mainland company with 100% foreign ownership, unlimited visa quotas, and the freedom to trade anywhere in the UAE and beyond.

About This Service

A Dubai mainland company, licensed by the Department of Economic Development (DED), offers the broadest market access of any UAE business structure. Mainland companies can trade directly with the UAE government, operate across all Emirates without restrictions, and engage in a full range of commercial and professional activities.

Following landmark changes to UAE commercial law, foreign investors can now own 100% of mainland companies in most business activities — eliminating the previous requirement for a UAE national majority shareholder. DAWN Government Transactions Center guides you through every aspect of mainland setup, from legal structure selection and DED registration to office leasing, visa processing, and post-setup compliance.

Key Benefits

100% foreign ownership for eligible business activities
Unrestricted trading across all UAE Emirates
Ability to bid for UAE government contracts
Unlimited employee visa quota (subject to office space)
Full range of commercial and professional activities
No restrictions on repatriation of profits
Access to UAE banking and financial services
Established credibility with local and international clients

Our Process

01

Activity & Structure

We confirm your business activities, recommend the optimal legal structure, and advise on ownership options.

02

Name & Initial Approval

We reserve your trade name and obtain DED initial approval for your chosen activities.

03

Office & Ejari

We assist with office space selection and Ejari tenancy contract registration.

04

MOA & Registration

We draft the Memorandum of Association, complete notarisation, and register with DED.

05

License & Post-Setup

We collect your trade license and manage post-setup registrations including VAT and MOHRE.

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