Mainland Company Setup
Establish a mainland business in Dubai through the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) with full market access. Company types include LLC, Sole Establishment, Civil Works Company, and Professional Licence. Process covers trade name reservation, initial approvals, MOA drafting, and licence issuance.
Process Timeline
Choose company structure
Select between LLC, Sole Establishment, Civil Works, or Professional Licence based on your business activity.
Same day
Reserve trade name
Submit trade name reservation request to DET and receive initial approval.
1–2 business days
Draft MOA and submit
Amer MBS prepares your Memorandum of Association and submits to DET with all supporting documents.
2–3 business days
Licence issued
DET issues the trade licence. Establishment card and visa quota follow.
3–5 business days
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a local sponsor for a mainland company in Dubai?
Since the 2020 Commercial Companies Law amendment, most business activities allow 100% foreign ownership on the mainland. Some regulated activities may still require a local service agent.
What types of mainland licences are available?
Professional Licence (consultancy/services), Commercial Licence (trading), Industrial Licence (manufacturing), and E-Commerce Licence (online trading).