Company Formation
United Arab Emirates
Elevate your business ventures in the United Arab Emirates by operating from RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC), Ras al Khaimah (RAKEZ) and Sharjah Publishing City (SPC).
Establishing a company in the United Arab Emirates provides businesses with a strategic advantage, leveraging its central location as a bridge between East and West. Entrepreneurs can choose from mainland, free zone (such as RAKEZ and SPC), or offshore (RAK ICC) setups, each designed to address different business requirements. Mainland companies enable unrestricted access to local and international markets, while free zones offer perks like 100% foreign ownership, tax exemptions, and streamlined procedures.
The company formation process involves securing a trade license tailored to the chosen business activity and selecting a legal structure, such as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a branch office. With its stable economy, cutting-edge infrastructure, and pro-business policies, the UAE remains a premier destination for global investors and entrepreneurs aiming for growth and innovation.
Our unique service proposition
With Growth Partners, you’ll benefit from unlimited yearly consultations with your dedicated Business Setup and Licensing Specialist. Additionally, you can easily reach out to your Growth Corporate Services and Growth team and Renewals Specialist for any queries, ensuring comprehensive support throughout your business journey.
24 hour fast-track
available to get you up and running as quickly as possible
Fast-track
fully assisted banking application services available
Price Guarantee
Guaranteed lowest cost on the market with Government Registry pricing
End-to-end residency
in under 7 working days with our Elite & Marhaba packages
Platinum status
Our platinum status enables Growth Partners to pass on the benefits to you
Value Advantages
- No consultancy fees
No professional fees on business set-up
- No consultancy fees
- Fully assisted banking application
WIO BANK Service reduced by 50%
- Fully assisted banking application
- No need to travel to set up the company
3500+ business licence activities
- No need to travel to set up the company
- Dubai Free Zone company licence
We provide the most cost-effective business licence on the market, ensuring your venture begins on a strong footing.
- Dubai Free Zone company licence
- Dubai Residency Visa – VIP Marhaba Fast Track
A benefit that sets us apart from the competition and provides long-term value
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- Dubai Residency Visa – VIP Marhaba Fast Track
- Flexible lease agreement
We cater to your business’s unique needs with customisable lease options.
- Flexible lease agreement
- Establishment card
An essential part of your business operations, handled professionally from the start.
- Establishment card
- Mix & match business activities
We exceed our competitors by offering an expanded range of business activities, broadening your potential for success.
- Mix & match business activities
- Unlimited shareholders
Our offering allows for limitless capital potential by accommodating an unrestricted number of shareholders
Upgrade Available
- Unlimited shareholders
- Medical fitness test and Emirates ID
We manage these critical aspects to ensure a smooth transition and set-up process for your business.
- Medical fitness test and Emirates ID
- Exclusive Customer Success Executive and VIP Chauffeur Service
Showcasing our commitment to excellence in service, we provide top-tier professional services to our esteemed clients
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- Exclusive Customer Success Executive and VIP Chauffeur Service
Formation
Transition seamlessly into the banking realm with our suite of services, each intricately designed for optimal alignment to banking applications.
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Residency Visa process upgrade
For clients seeking an all-inclusive, meticulously managed Federal Authority Residency Visa Process, we offer an elevated service that ensures a smooth, comprehensive journey from start to finish: our Premium Managed Federal Authority Residency Visa Service.
Tailored for our most discerning VIP clients, this service is crafted to embody the pinnacle of luxury, meticulousness, and sophistication. Leveraging our extensive experience and strong partnerships with premier entities, we provide a transcendent service that goes beyond simple convenience.
Dedicated client experience:
- Appointed executive oversees reservations, payments and coordination.
- Constant support and guidance throughout the process.
Exclusive chauffeur service:
- Personal chauffeur ensures comfortable transportation to all destinations.
Customised care:
- Tailor-made experience with management of every detail, including medical check-ups and biometric registration.
- Assistance with fingerprinting and iris scanning.
Service highlights:
- Coordination of appointments and payments with Government bodies.
- Medical examination handled with sensitivity.
- Biometric registration respecting privacy.
- Visa stamping with accuracy and efficiency.
- Delivery of residency stamp and Emirates ID upon finalization.
The Process
For clients seeking an all-inclusive, meticulously managed Federal Authority Residency Visa Process, we offer an elevated service that ensures a smooth, comprehensive journey from start to finish: our Premium Managed Federal Authority Residency Visa Service.
Tailored for our most discerning VIP clients, this service is crafted to embody the pinnacle of luxury, meticulousness, and sophistication. Leveraging our extensive experience and strong partnerships with premier entities, we provide a transcendent service that goes beyond simple convenience.
The engagement:
- Receive the service agreement for electronic approval.
- Upon your authorisation, get a fully executed copy of the agreement.
Company formation process:
- Activated after payment confirmation.
- Expected duration: 6-8 working days.
Establishment Card processing:
- Initiated post issuance of company licence.
- Estimated duration: 5 working days.
Service highlights:
- Visa processing time: approximately 7 working days.
- Travel restrictions during residency process.
- Coordination of medical exams and biometric registration.
- Emirates ID delivery in Dubai or via courier.
- Timelines subject to variations. Licence renewal required every two years. Visa renewal requied every two years.
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Required Documentation
Transition seamlessly into the banking realm with our suite of services, each intricately designed for optimal alignment to banking applications.
Individual Shareholders/Directors:
- High-resolution, colour copy of passport.
- Proof of residential address (recent utility bill within last three months).
- Personal bank statement for the last three months.
- Digital passport-sized photograph meeting specified criteria.
Corporate Shareholder/Director:
- Certified copies of all company documents.
- Certified recent Certificate of Incumbency or extracts from the Register.
- Diagram showing Shareholder Structure/Organisational Hierarchy.
- Notarised and UAE Embassy or Consulate certified Board Resolution.
Additional information:
- Non-English documents require legal translation and notarisation in applicant’s home country.
- Parent company documents also need certification by UAE Embassy/Consulate or an Arab Embassy if no UAE diplomatic post exists.
- Document certification processes vary across countries and jurisdictions.
- Registry may request additional documents as needed during the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about company formation in the United Arab Emirates
In the United Arab Emirates, you can establish entities like Limited Liability Companies (LLC), Free Zone Entities, Sole Proprietorships, and Branches of Foreign Companies.*
The company formation process in the UAE can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the type of company and the specific requirements involved.
The United Arab Emirates offers a tax-free environment for most businesses, with no personal or corporate income tax, provided the company qualifies for Free Zone status.
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