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A Mainland company is an onshore entity licensed by the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) in Dubai. It is the most robust legal structure for entrepreneurs looking to trade directly within the UAE and bid for lucrative government contracts.
LOCAL MARKET ACCESS
Unrestricted trade across the entire UAE and access to government tenders.
100% OWNERSHIP
Full foreign ownership is now permitted for over 1,000 commercial and industrial activities.
LOCAL FLEXIBILITY
Ability to lease office space anywhere in the mainland area of the chosen Emirate.
Strategic Advantages
No geographic restrictions on business activities within the UAE.
Easier corporate bank account opening with local and international banks.
Eligibility for unlimited residency visas (dependent on office size).
No minimum capital requirement for most license types.
Core Requirements
No geographic restrictions on business activities within the UAE.
Easier corporate bank account opening with local and international banks.
Eligibility for unlimited residency visas (dependent on office size).
No minimum capital requirement for most license types.
A physical office space with a valid Ejari (tenancy contract).
Activity alignment with the DET's approved list.
Registration with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).
Compliance
Corporate Tax Registration [Mandatory]
Register for UAE Federal Corporate Tax as per 2024–2025 mandates.
UBO Filing [Transparency]
Disclose Ultimate Beneficial Ownership to relevant authorities.
Ejari - Tenancy Contract [Operational]
Mandatory office space lease registered with Dubai Land Department.
DET Approval [Mandatory]
Obtain initial and final trade license approval from DET.
MOHRE Registration [Visa/PRO]
Establish labor file for employee residency visas.
Mainland setup requires precise documentation and authority approvals. Our consultants handle the entire process from initial approval to trade license issuance.
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