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COMPANY FORMATION
Full UAE Market Access — No Restrictions
A UAE mainland licence gives your business unrestricted access to the entire UAE market. Since the landmark 2021 Commercial Companies Law amendment, 100% foreign ownership is available for the majority of commercial and professional activities.
Whether you are setting up a trading company, professional services firm, or retail operation, mainland formation positions your business to trade freely with government entities and expand without jurisdictional barriers.
KEY ADVANTAGES
Why Choose This Service
100% Foreign Ownership
Full ownership for most activities since the 2021 Commercial Companies Law amendment.
Full UAE Market Access
Trade with government bodies and consumers across all seven emirates.
2,000+ Activities
Trading, manufacturing, professional services — the widest activity selection.
Government Contracts
Bid on government tenders unavailable to free zone entities.
Flexible Visa Quota
Typically 1 visa per 9m² of office space — no ceiling on team growth.
Strong Legal Framework
Governed by UAE Federal Law with robust IP protection and dispute resolution.
STEP BY STEP
Our Process
A fully managed, transparent process handled from start to finish by DM & CO.
01
Activity Selection
Define your business activity — determines licence type and approving authority.
02
Trade Name Approval
Reserve your company name with the DED.
03
Initial DED Approval
Confirm your activity and ownership structure are permitted.
04
MOA Drafting
Draft and notarise the Memorandum of Association.
05
Licence Issuance
Receive your trade licence, open your bank account, and begin operations.
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