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Dubai Business Setup Service
- 100% foreign ownership
- 7-Day Processing Service
- 0% Income tax
- License + Visa + Bank Account we manage all
Trusted by 20,000+ customers, 18+ years in company formation, 50+ experts ready to help
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Why Business Setup in Dubai
Setting up a business in Dubai offers unbeatable advantages: you get 100% foreign ownership in free zones, Minimal corporate tax, and easy company formation with clear, streamlined steps. Your company creation opens doors to a vast regional market, top-tier infrastructure, and world-class banking that lets you repatriate profits without hurdles.
Global Market Access
Set up your company in Dubai and tap into customers across the Middle East, Asia and beyond all from one strategic hub.
100% Foreign Ownership
With full ownership of mainland companies in Dubai and UAE, you have complete control and zero sponsor risk.
Safe, High-Quality Lifestyle
With world-class healthcare, top schools and low crime, setting up your Dubai company also means a great place to live and raise a family.
Easy Money Moves
Your business bank account lets you send and receive funds in multiple currencies, with no limits on profit repatriation after company creation.
How CIG Can Help You
With 17 years of expertise in cost-effective business formation, CIG manages every requirement end-to-end to deliver on time. You get seamless setup and exceptional value at every step.
Authorized Partner
As an official channel partner. CIG enjoys high customer retention and widespread appreciation. Our strong industry relationships ensure smooth approvals and a hassle-free experience.
Fast License & No Hidden Fee
Our team handles every aspect of your trade-license application from selecting the optimal business structure and preparing all required documents to submitting to government authorities and securing approvals. You benefit from upfront, all-inclusive pricing with zero hidden fees or surprise charges.
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Your Business Setup Consultant
- Start with 0 Visa or Add Up to 6
- Launch with 100% Foreign Ownership
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Choose the Right License For Business Setup in Dubai
Each license type in the Dubai serves a unique purpose. choosing the wrong one could limit how and where you operate. Here’s what each license offers and when you should choose it.
Mainland Setup
A mainland business license in Dubai allows you to operate across the entire UAE market, deal with government contracts, and open retail or service locations. With updated laws, you can now own 100% of your mainland company in many sectors no need for a local sponsor.
Choose this if you’re planning to hire a team, open an office/shop, or scale within the UAE.
Greater access, more freedom and no limits on where you can operate.
Free Zone Setup
A Free Zone license in Dubai allows you to set up a business in one of Dubai’s designated economic zones, offering 100% foreign ownership, full profit repatriation, and zero personal tax (in most cases).
Perfect for e-commerce, consulting, marketing, and remote service-based businesses.
Low cost, fast-track setup with visa and bank account access included.
Offshore Setup
An offshore company in the Dubai is designed for international trading, holding assets, or operating a business outside the UAE without having a physical presence inside the country. You can open a UAE bank account, but you cannot trade locally or get visas under this license.
Ideal for cost-effective international structuring, privacy, and asset protection.
Run your business globally, with the credibility of a UAE registration.
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Mainland Vs Freezone
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Ownership
Mainland: 100% foreign ownership (most sectors since June 2021)
Free Zone: 100% foreign ownership
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Business Scope
Mainland: Operate anywhere in UAE & globally
Free Zone: Trade within zone & internationally (not direct mainland)
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Office Requirement
Mainland: Minimum physical office space required
Free Zone: Flexi-desk or virtual office options
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Visa Eligibility
Mainland: Unlimited visas per office size
Free Zone: Visa quotas vary by package & office type
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Tax Benefits
Mainland: 0% on profits up to AED 375K, then 9%
Free Zone: 0% corporate tax on qualifying income + customs duty exemption
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Bank Account
Mainland: Corporate bank accounts supported
Free Zone: Corporate bank accounts supported
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Regulatory Authority
Mainland: Department of Economic Development (DED)
Free Zone: Respective Free Zone Authority
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Best For
Mainland: Retail, contracting, broad UAE market ops
Free Zone: Startups, SMEs, e-commerce, specialized trading
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Cost to Start
Mainland: Higher – includes Ejari, DED, municipality & license costs
Free Zone: AED 4,899
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Corporate Tax
Mainland: Same tax rules, but more audit & reporting obligations
Free Zone: 0% up to AED 375,000 profit; 9% beyond
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Customs & Duty
Mainland: 5% duty on imports from abroad
Free Zone: 0% duty within & between free zones
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Remote Setup
Mainland: Physical presence typically required for document signing or bank setup
Free Zone: 100% remote setup possible
Who Can setup Business in Dubai
Expanding a Business from Another Country
Already have a registered company abroad? CIG will help you open a branch, subsidiary, or new business setup in UAE with full compliance.
Freelancers or Consultants Starting Fresh
Whether you're a solo marketer, developer, coach, or advisor — CIG help you go legal with a UAE professional license and visa options.
Entrepreneurs Planning an E-Commerce or Tech Venture
From Shopify stores to SaaS startups, CIG guide digital-first founders through the right free zone setup with full ownership and bank support.
Companies Looking to Enter the GCC via Dubai
Use the UAE as your launchpad into the region. CIG assist with mainland company setup, licensing, and market-entry strategies.
High Net-Worth Individuals Structuring Holdings
Need to protect global assets or optimize taxes? CIG help structure offshore and mainland entities in the UAE for real estate, investment, and long-term wealth management.
Multinational Groups Establishing Regional HQ in the UAE
Looking to base your MENA operations in Dubai? CIG assist with RHQ licensing, entity setup, and compliance with UAE’s global expansion framework.
What Does It Cost to Set Up a Company in the Dubai
The cost of company formation in the Dubai depends on several factors including your chosen license type, whether you’re setting up in a free zone or mainland, the number of visas required, and if office space is needed. A service-based consultancy may need a different structure than a trading company importing goods.
That’s why CIG offer tailored company registration packages based on your exact goals whether it’s a small virtual setup with a UAE visa, or a full-scale LLC formation in Dubai with physical premises. CIG will assess your plan and give you the real cost not just the advertised one.
Business Setup Packages (Dubai Mainland LLC)
| Features | Silver | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Inclusions in Business Setup Packages | |||
| Trade license | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Name reservation | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| e-Office | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Employee allocation | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| VAT registration | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cooperate tax | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| WPS registration | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| MOA | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Initial approval | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Business activity consultation (to choose the right activity codes) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Call answering Service | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Legal & Administrative Services | |||
| Preparation for legal documents | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Local sponsor | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| PRO services | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Visa & Immigration Services | |||
| Investor Visa | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Establishment card | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Entry permit | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Emirates ID processing | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Medical test coordination | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Status change (if person already in the UAE) | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Visa stamping | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Office Solutions | |||
| Ejari/Tenancy contract (Luxury Office) | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Dedicated office space options | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Nameboard for office | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Company address | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| P.O. Box | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Banking & Finance Support | |||
| Bank account opening assistance | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Accounting & Bookkeeping | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| More services | |||
| Trade mark registration | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| HR solution | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Customs code registration | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Warehouse/showroom setup | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Payment gateway assistance | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Website development | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| 3rd party logistic Assistance | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Domain name and hosting | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Branding service (logo design, Letterhead, Business Card, Company stamp) | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Price (AED) | 12000 | 16999 | Contact Us |
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