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Dubai Mainland Company Formation

Dubai Mainland LLC From AED 18,900 — DED License in 21 Days.

Form a Dubai mainland company with 100% foreign ownership, sell UAE‑wide, and bid for government contracts. YABS handles your DED trade license, MoA notarisation, Ejari tenancy, investor visa, and Emirates NBD bank introduction — all fixed‑price in writing.

100% Foreign Ownership Sell UAE‑Wide Bid Government Tenders

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DED Dubai GDRFA MOHRE FTA UAE Courts
What’s Included

Dubai Mainland LLC — Everything in the AED 18,900 Package.

No hidden fees. Every item below is itemised in your Price‑Locked contract before any payment is taken.

Licensing & Legal

  • DED mainland trade license (1 activity)
  • Trade name reservation & approval
  • Initial DED approval
  • MoA drafting & notarisation at UAE court
  • Chamber of Commerce registration
  • Establishment card

Office & Visas

  • Ejari‑registered office tenancy contract
  • 3 investor visa quotas
  • Entry permit & status change
  • Medical fitness & biometrics
  • Emirates ID issuance
  • Labour & Immigration cards

Banking & Tax

  • Corporate bank account introduction
  • KYC preparation (Emirates NBD, Mashreq, ADCB)
  • FTA corporate tax registration
  • VAT registration (if turnover > AED 375k)
  • Dedicated account manager
  • 21‑day Price Lock guarantee
How It Works

Your Dubai Mainland LLC in 21 Days — Step by Step.

Most competitors say “3–5 weeks typically.” We tell you exactly what happens in each phase, and we refund 20% of our service fee if we miss the deadline.

  1. 1

    Days 1–3

    Free consultation, written quote, draft contract. Trade name + initial DED approval.

  2. 2

    Days 4–7

    Ejari tenancy contract secured, MoA drafted & e‑signed.

  3. 3

    Days 8–12

    MoA notarised at UAE court, Chamber of Commerce registration, trade license issued.

  4. 4

    Days 13–17

    Investor visa: entry permit, medical, biometrics, Emirates ID.

  5. 5

    Days 18–21

    Corporate bank RM meeting booked, KYC submitted, account activation.

Is This Right for You?

Who Dubai Mainland Works For — and Who It Doesn’t.

Mainland isn’t always the best fit. If you fall into the right column, a free zone or offshore structure will save you thousands.

Best if you…

  • Sell products or services directly to UAE consumers
  • Want to bid for Dubai and federal government contracts
  • Need a physical retail, showroom, or clinic presence in Dubai
  • Plan to open multiple branches across the UAE
  • Need unrestricted access to all UAE business banks
  • Run a professional service firm (law, audit, clinic, consulting)

Skip mainland if…

  • You run an online‑only e‑commerce store → free zone is cheaper
  • You’re a solo freelancer or consultant → free zone starts at AED 5,500
  • You only need a holding company → offshore is cheaper and faster
  • You don’t need UAE resident visas → offshore is a better fit
  • You want to avoid annual Ejari tenancy costs
  • Your activity is “strategic impact” (banking, telecom, oil)
FAQs

Dubai Mainland Company Formation — Straight Answers.

How much does Dubai mainland company formation cost in 2026?

YABS’s Dubai mainland LLC package starts at AED 18,900 all‑in for 2026, including DED trade license, Ejari tenancy, MoA notarisation, 3 investor visa quotas, corporate bank account introduction, and FTA tax registration. Every fee is itemised in writing before payment.

Can foreigners own 100% of a Dubai mainland company?

Yes. Since the June 2021 amendment to UAE Federal Decree‑Law No. 32 of 2021 (Commercial Companies Law), foreigners can own 100% of most Dubai mainland businesses without a local Emirati sponsor. Only a short list of “strategic impact” activities (banking, telecoms, oil & gas, defence) still requires local participation.

How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?

YABS delivers Dubai mainland LLCs in 21 working days, guaranteed in writing. If we miss the deadline for any reason inside our control, we refund 20% of our service fee automatically. In 2025 we hit the 21‑day target on 485 of 487 setups.

Do I need a physical office for a Dubai mainland license?

Yes. DED mainland licenses require a registered Ejari tenancy contract for a physical office in Dubai. The minimum space varies by activity but typically starts at 200 sq ft for service businesses. The YABS AED 18,900 package includes an Ejari‑registered office address.

What’s the difference between mainland and free zone?

Mainland companies can sell anywhere in the UAE, bid for government contracts, and operate multiple branches. Free zone companies get 0% corporate tax on qualifying income but can only sell to UAE end customers through a mainland distributor. If your customers are UAE consumers or the UAE government, mainland is the right fit. If your customers are international, a free zone is cheaper.

Does a Dubai mainland LLC pay corporate tax?

Yes. UAE corporate tax is 9% on annual taxable profits above AED 375,000 for all mainland companies, effective June 2023. YABS handles your FTA registration automatically as part of the mainland package and can file your annual return as an optional add‑on.

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Free 30‑minute consultation with a senior YABS partner. Written quote the same business day. 21‑day delivery guarantee in writing.

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Established in 2015, YABS has been Dubai's trusted partner for seamless company formation and PRO services. With expertise in mainland, free zone, and offshore business setups, we've helped over 5000+ entrepreneurs and businesses achieve their dreams in the UAE.

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