Company Formation in Dubai UAE — Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Everything you need to know about company formation in Dubai. Compare mainland, free zone, and offshore options, understand costs, timelines, and get a free consultation from StartupGCC today.
Advantages
100% Foreign Ownership
Foreign investors can own 100% of UAE companies — mainland, free zone, and offshore — under current UAE commercial law.
0% Personal Income Tax
No personal income tax on salaries, dividends, or capital gains for UAE business owners and residents.
UAE Corporate Tax
9% corporate tax on profits above AED 375,000. Free zone qualifying income may benefit from 0% CT rate.
Fast Formation
Companies can be formed in 3-7 working days for most free zone setups, and 7-14 days for mainland DED setups.
World-Class Infrastructure
Dubai provides premium office, logistics, banking, and digital infrastructure for all business types.
GCC Market Gateway
Dubai companies can trade across the GCC's USD 3.5 trillion economy with streamlined regional trade agreements.
Process
A streamlined approach designed to save you time and hassle.
Choose Your Structure
Decide between mainland (DED), free zone, or offshore company based on your target market, activities, and cost profile.
Select Activities
Choose your business activities — UAE trade licenses are activity-specific. StartupGCC helps you select the optimal activities for your business.
Trade Name Reservation
Register your company name with the relevant authority. Names must comply with UAE naming conventions — no offensive terms, no reference to religion unless applicable.
Submit Application
Submit your formation documents — passport copies, business plan, lease agreement, and applicable approvals.
Receive License & Visas
Collect your trade license and commence investor and employee visa processing with StartupGCC's PRO team.
Frequently Asked Questions
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