MAINLAND COMPANY FORMATION

Setting up a Mainland company in the UAE gives you full access to the local market, flexibility to trade anywhere inside and outside the UAE, and the ability to operate under the UAE’s commercial framework without the geographic restrictions of Free Zones.

WHY CHOOSE MAINLAND COMPANY SETUP?

1. Trade anywhere in the UAE and internationally  

2. 100% foreign ownership in most activities  

3. Ability to bid for government contracts  

4. Strong reputation for corporate activities  

5. No restrictions on office locations  

6. Unlimited visa quotas (depending on office size)  

7. Ability to open branches anywhere in the UAE  

8. Flexibility in choosing business activities  

WHY CHOOSE MAINLAND COMPANY SETUP?

1. Trade anywhere in the UAE and internationally  

2. 100% foreign ownership in most activities  

3. Ability to bid for government contracts  

4. Strong reputation for corporate activities  

5. No restrictions on office locations  

6. Unlimited visa quotas (depending on office size)  

7. Ability to open branches anywhere in the UAE  

8. Flexibility in choosing business activities  

Mainland structure is ideal for:

TYPES OF MAINLAND LICENSES:

Commercial License

For trading, retail, e-commerce, general trading, wholesale.

Professional License

For service-based businesses: consultancy, marketing, design, legal services, IT, PRO services, and more.

Industrial License

For manufacturing and production activities.

Branch of Foreign Company

For international companies expanding into the UAE.

VADA HANDLES THE FULL PROCESS END-TO-END:

1. Jurisdiction Assessment

We determine the correct Emirate and DED (Department of Economic Development) regulations that apply to your business.

2. Activity Selection

We classify your business activities to ensure compliance, correct licensing, and future scalability.

3. Trade Name Reservation

We secure your company name with the relevant DED.

4. Initial Approval

Approval from authorities based on chosen activities.

5. External Approvals (If Required)

Dubai Municipality - RTA - DHA - KHDA - Food Safety Department - Civil Defense - Tourism Department

6. Memorandum of Association (MOA) Drafting

Legally compliant MOA — in Arabic and English — defining ownership structure and activities.

7. Office / Ejari Assistance

We help you secure: - Flexi-desk - Shared workspace - Private office - Warehousing space

8. Licence Issuance

Your Mainland company becomes legally registered and authorised to operate.

9. Establishment Card & Labour File

Required for visa issuance and hiring staff.

10. Corporate Bank Account Assistance

We support you with:
- Bank selection
- Compliance preparation
- Account opening process

11. Visa Services


- Investor Visa
- Employee Visas
- Dependent Visas

12. Ongoing PRO Services

Full government liaison for renewals, amendments, and documentation.

Proccess

DETAILED STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS:

STEP 1 — Consultation & Planning  

We determine the best business structure for your long-term goals.

 

STEP 2 — Documentation Collection  

We gather all required documents to begin the registration process.

 

STEP 3 — Name Reservation & Initial Approval  

Your business name and activities are officially approved.

 

STEP 4 — MOA Drafting & signing  

MOA prepared and signed via:

– Dubai Notary  

– Online Notary (if applicable)

 

STEP 5 — Office / Ejari  

Mandatory for Mainland — we assist with everything.

 

STEP 6 — Trade License Issuance  

Your Mainland business becomes legally active.

 

STEP 7 — Immigration File Opening  

Required to issue visas for owners and employees.

 

STEP 8 — Visa Processing  

Investor Visa, Emirates ID, Medical, Biometrics.

 

STEP 9 — Banking Setup  

We assist with all documentation for fast bank approval.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Passport copy

Visa/entry permit

Passport photo

UAE mobile number

Ejari

(if applicable at initial stage)

Additional approvals depending on activity

95%

Business Setup

79%

Tax Compliance

91%

Visa Services

100%

PRO Services

BENEFITS OF MAINLAND SETUP WITH VADA:

– Fast and efficient processing  

– Accurate MOA drafting  

– Zero government visits  

– Dedicated Mainland specialist  

– Access to any UAE government department  

– Full PRO support  

– End-to-end compliance management