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UAE Business Formation Experts

Set Up Company
in the UAE

Starting a business in the UAE involves more than registration. It requires choosing the right structure, jurisdiction, and compliance framework for long-term growth. We handle every step, from trade licence to bank account.

1,500+
Companies Launched
40+
Free Zones Covered
48–72*
Hrs to Trade Licence
100%
Foreign Ownership
Choosing Your Structure

Three Paths to Business Ownership in the UAE

Every business has unique goals. Whether you need local market access, international trading flexibility, or a confidential holding structure — the UAE offers a formation type tailored to you.

Mainland
Mainland Company Formation

Licensed by the DED of each emirate, allowing you to conduct business directly with the UAE market and government entities.

  • 100% foreign ownership (post-2021 reforms)
  • No restriction on trading within the UAE
  • Available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah & Ajman
  • Wider range of business activities
  • Eligible for government contracts and tenders
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Offshore
Offshore Company Formation

Ideal for holding assets, international trading, and wealth protection — with no physical office or UAE resident visa requirement.

  • Complete asset protection & confidentiality
  • No audit or accounting filing requirements
  • Options in Dubai (JAFZA), RAK ICC & Ajman
  • Ideal for holding companies & IP ownership
  • Open international bank accounts
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Our Services

Everything Your Business Needs to Launch

End-to-end company setup solutions — covering legal structure advice, documentation, licensing, banking, visa processing, and ongoing compliance. One trusted partner for your entire journey.

Our Process

Your Company, Live in 5 Steps

From your first consultation to receiving your trade licence and corporate documents — our streamlined process is designed for speed, transparency, and zero surprises.

1
Free Consultation

Discuss your business activity, ownership goals, and budget. We recommend the optimal jurisdiction and entity type.

2
Name & Activity Approval

We reserve your company name and get your business activities pre-approved by the relevant authority.

3
Document Preparation

Our team drafts MOA/AOA, prepares shareholder documents, and handles notarisation and attestation.

4
Licence Issued

We submit your application and liaise with the authority until your trade licence and incorporation documents are issued.

5
Visa & Banking

We process investor visas, Emirates ID, and corporate bank account opening so your business is fully operational.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Free Zone companies can be incorporated in as little as 48–72 hours for certain zones. Mainland setups typically take 5–10 business days. The exact timeline depends on your activity, chosen jurisdiction, and document readiness. Our team manages the process end-to-end to minimise delays.

Yes. Following the 2021 Commercial Companies Law reforms, 100% foreign ownership is available for most mainland business activities. Free Zone companies have always permitted 100% foreign ownership. We advise on the specific activity restrictions that may apply to your industry.

The main difference is market access. Mainland companies can trade freely across the UAE without a local distributor. Free Zone companies benefit from lower setup costs, tax incentives, and a more streamlined process — but require a local agent or distributor for direct UAE mainland sales. Our advisors will recommend the best fit based on your business model.

In many cases, no. Certain Free Zone and Offshore formations can be completed remotely with notarised documents. However, some Mainland licences and bank account openings may require a visit. We'll advise exactly what's needed based on your formation type and jurisdiction.

Absolutely. Our strength is long-term support. We offer accounting & bookkeeping, VAT registration and filing, corporate tax compliance, outsourced CFO services, payroll management, PRO services, licence renewals, and UBO compliance — everything you need to keep your business running and compliant year after year.

Yes, absolutely. NRIs and Indian entrepreneurs are among our most frequent clients. We handle legal structures, visa processing, bank account opening, and cross-border tax compliance — ensuring a smooth entry into the UAE market. Our team has deep experience with the unique requirements of Indian nationals expanding to the UAE.
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Book a free consultation. We'll assess your goals and recommend the best formation strategy — with no obligation.

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Whether you are launching a startup, expanding your business, or investing in the UAE — Vertexx KDP is your trusted partner. We help you build, manage, and grow the right way.