Darji

Dubai Mainland Business Setup

Darji Accounting provides expert Dubai Mainland business setup services,
supporting company formation, DET trade licensing, and regulatory approvals in
line with UAE commercial laws.

Over 25 Years of Expertise

Trusted Partnersfor UAE Businesses

Why Businesses Choose Dubai Mainland

launch your mainland company in the UAE at unbeatable, transparent rates starting as low as AED 11,999. Get 100% ownership in approved sectors, full access to the UAE market, and eligibility for government contracts— without the usual confusion, hidden costs, or delays. We handle your licensing, visa allocation, office setup, and banking support with fixed, transparent pricing. Whether you’re a foreign investor, UAE resident, or moving your operations to Dubai, we make business setup simple, fast, and fully compliant.

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Trade license approved in just
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Choose from over 2,500
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Mainland Dubai company advantages
that matter. Built for global growth and
UAE Full Access

Unlimited UAE Access: Conduct business anywhere in the UAE without geographical or jurisdictional restrictions.

Trading Privileges: Trade directly with the UAE market and become eligible to apply for government contracts and public tenders.

100% Foreign Ownership: Most business activities allow full foreign ownership, subject to regulations for strategic sectors.

Flexible Locations: Set up your office anywhere in Dubai or other Emirates, with prime locations enhancing credibility and growth.

Branch Expansion Across Emirates: Open multiple branches across the UAE under a single Mainland license to scale operations efficiently.

Visa Ease: Visa eligibility is linked to office size and business activity, allowing businesses to grow their workforce legally.

Banking Facilities:: Benefit from wider acceptance by UAE banks, enabling smoother account opening and access to local financing.

No Paid-Up Capital Requirement: Many Mainland activities can be launched without a minimum capital requirement, lowering entry barriers.

Government Tender Eligibility: Only Mainland companies can directly bid for and execute UAE government and semigovernment projects.

Dubai Mainland Licences

All Dubai Mainland business licenses are issued by the Dubai Department of
Economy and Tourism (DET), categorized by your business activity:

For regulated sectors, a secondary approval from a relevant government authority is mandatory before DET can issue the license. Common examples include:

  • ✓Healthcare (DHA)
  • ✓Financial Services (SCA/Central Bank)
  • ✓Education & Training (KHDA)
  • ✓Media (Dubai Media Council)
  • ✓Food-related (Dubai Municipality)

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Mainland vs Freezone
Companies in UAE

Here’s a simple breakdown showing the comparison between Freezone and UAE Mainland companies side by
side. This will give you a brief idea of what each option offers, their key benefits, and their limitations — so you can
decide which one fits your business needs best.

Mainland

What it does – Mainland companies can do business across
the entire UAE – local markets, government contracts and
beyond. Inshort you’ll get Full Market Access and unlimited
visas.

Licence – Uses an onshore trade/professional/industrial
license issued by the (DED) or economy ministry (for
example, a Mainland LLC license).

Banking – Corporate bank account setup requires standard
UAE KYC. Many local banks work with mainland
companies. They always give priority to Mainland
Companies.



Office – A physical office is mandatory (registered by Ejari).
For example, Dubai mandates at least ~200sqft per license.
This provides proof of local presence and supports visa
issuance.

Taxes & compliance – VAT applies (5% on taxable supplies)
as usual. Corporate Tax of 9% applies on profits above AED
375k (As of now 2026)

Best for – Best if you need access to the UAE local market,
government contracts or broad operations. Good for retail,
trading, multiple visa needs and any company targeting
customers in the Emirates.

Cost – 18,200 AED

Renewal Cost – 15,000 AED/year
*80% of the first year cost.

Visa – No visa included in this Package. With 1-Visa Dubai
mainland standard business cost AED 26,355.

VS

Freezone

What it does – Free zone companies focus on the free zone
and international markets. They offer 100% foreign
ownership and tax perks, but cannot sell directly in UAE
local markets without a distributor.

Licence – Uses a license from the chosen free zone
authority. Each zone offers permitted activities (e.g.
consulting, trading, media, IT).

Banking – Free zone companies can also open UAE bank
accounts. Required documents are similar, and banks often
offer accounts tailored to free zone firms. But Less Priority.

Office – Required (flexi‑desk or physical office, depending
on activity). Flexi-desk often included with Freezone
registration as its needed for licensing and banking,.

Taxes & compliance – Free zones also follow UAE VAT rules
(5%). Corporate Tax is 0% on qualifying income if conditions
are met, otherwise 9%

Best for – Export-oriented or specialized ventures. Ideal for
startups and foriegn firms wanting 100% ownership, tax
perks and easy setup, as long as local UAE market access
isn’t required.

Cost – 12,400 AED

Renewal Cost – 9,920 AED/year
*80% of the first year cost.

Visa – 1 Visa included in this package.
For additional visa it will cost 4000-5000 AED for each visa.

Registered & Active Across Leading Freezones and Offshore jurisdictions

We are registered with and experienced in compliance requirements across
mainland, All UAE Free Zones and Offshore jurisdictions including:

Our specialised business
setup process in UAE

Our process is specially designed to help you set up your Free Zone business
smoothly within a matter of a few days. Our timeline is based on hundreds of
successful company registrations handled across multiple UAE Free Zone authorities,
ensuring a fast, reliable, and compliant setup.

01 Documentation

We prepare, review, and structure all
required documents to avoid rejections
and speed up approvals

03 Visa Process

We handle investor and employee visas,
medicals, Emirates ID coordination, and
Free Zone immigration formalities.

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02 Business License

We shortlist the right Free Zone, align your
activity with authority rules, and manage
the full licensing workflow.

04 Bank Account

We prepare banking-ready profiles, improve
approval odds, and support you through
corporate account opening. 

Why Choose Darjiadvisory.ae for Dubai Mainland Business Setup

Choosing the right partner for your Dubai Mainland business setup is a strategic decision that directly impacts your cost, compliance, scalability, and long-term success. We go beyond company formation by delivering transparent pricing, expert advisory, and integrated corporate services—ensuring you not only register your business efficiently in Dubai, but also operate with financial clarity, regulatory confidence, and sustainable growth in the UAE.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees or unexpected charges.

25+ Years Dubai Authority

Decades of trusted UAE corporate experience.

Expert Business Strategy

Strategic guidance tailored to your business goals.

One-Stop Corporate Hub

Setup, Audit, Tax, VAT, and Accounting under one roof.

Audit, Tax & VAT Experts

Audit, Taxation, VAT, and Accounting managed seamlessly.

Premium Value Solutions

Scalable, affordable packages built for expansion.

Beyond Setup
Exciellent Business Support

With every business we register, you receive more than just paperwork – you gain a committed long-term partner. We are always just a call away, providing year-round support and expert guidance whenever you need it. Our team supports you with market research, business strategy, and initial operations, ensuring a confident and successful start in the UAE. Beyond setup, our Pro Services support your business at every stage of growth, enhanced by specialized partner-only offers designed to deliver added value and exclusive advantages.

Exclusive Partner Benifits

Excellent Advisory

We’re just a call away

Corporate Hub Under One Roof

We Support

Accounting – Precision-led accounting, management
reporting, and financial oversight to keep your business
investor-ready and audit-clean.

Corporate Tax Strategy – Advanced UAE Corporate Tax
advisory, structuring, compliance, and filings designed to
minimize risk and optimize tax outcomes.

VAT Advisory – Specialized VAT registration, advisory,
planning, and filing aligned with evolving UAE VAT
legislation and best practices.

Audit & Assurance – High-standard statutory audits and
assurance services to strengthen credibility, governance,
and stakeholder confidence.

Strategic Business Advisory – Data-driven strategic,
financial, and operational advisory to support smarter
decisions and sustainable business expansion.

Transfer Pricing – OECD-aligned Transfer Pricing
documentation, policy design, benchmarking, and
regulatory defense for cross-border operations.

Expert-Driven Business
Setup You Can Trust.
Seamless business setup, expertly handled by Darji Accounting & Bookkeeping
— so you can focus on growth, not paperwork.
Case Study

We Guarantee Statutory Corporate Tax Compliance, Complete
Documentation, and On-Schedule Filing.

Client
International entrepreneur needing an urgent Ajman NuVentures
Free Zone setup before a long public holiday.

Industry
Trading / Distribution

Challenge
The deadline was extremely tight: licensing, immigration, Emirates ID, and
medical clearance all needed to be completed before a long public holiday
when government and free zone offices would close. Any delay, even a single
document error or a missed appointment, would have caused weeks of
postponement, so everything had to be coordinated perfectly.

Our Approach
We fast-tracked the file, pre-verified documents, coordinated directly with
Ajman NuVentures, and personally accompanied the client to Ajman to
complete medicals and biometrics in one visit—saving days of back-and
forth.

Outcome

  • License issued on time, completed before the holiday closure.
  • All immigration, medical & Emirates ID done in one visit, avoiding delays.
  • Fully approved, bank-ready setup delivered smoothly.

Key Takeaway
Rapid UAE setups depend on hands-on coordination and eliminating
bottlenecks. Our proactive involvement ensured a seamless completion
despite the tight deadline.

Hear From Our Clients

Where Trust and Success Grow Together

At Darji Accounting, we think that Success flourishes in an atmosphere where
trust and commitment grow together.

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Darji Accounting made our company setup and Corporate Tax registration smooth and stress free. Their knowledgeable and responsive team simplified the entire process, and we highly recommend them for reliable accounting and tax services in the UAE.

Brijesh Dhruve Managing Director
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Mr. Hiren and the Darji Accounting team are highly professional and knowledgeable, delivering reliable accounting, compliance, and audit services with clear guidance and end-to-end support as a true one stop solution.

Aliasgar Garbadawala CEO
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In Dubai’s competitive market, Darji Accounting and Hiren Darji stand out for their honesty, diligence, and client-first approach. Their team works as an extension of ours, delivering real value. Highly recommended for corporate and tax filing services in the UAE.

Bhushan Somani Founder & CEO, Silicon Sands