ComplyKart Services
UAE Company Registration
Dubai and the Emirates are full of agents selling the wrong licence to the wrong business. We help you choose between mainland, free zone and offshore honestly — then handle the formation, visas, banking and tax registration properly.
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Your documents and structure are checked before anything is filed.
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Fees
Fees and packages for UAE Company Registration
Every requirement is a little different, so we quote after a short discussion — the consultation itself is free.
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UAE Company Registration
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UAE Company Registration Package Inclusions
- Mainland vs free zone vs offshore structure advisory
- Trade license application with the chosen authority
- Visa quota, establishment card and immigration support
- Corporate bank account opening assistance
- India-side FEMA/ODI compliance checklist
Overview
How UAE company setup actually works
You choose between mainland (licensed by the Department of Economy and Tourism), a free zone authority, or an offshore jurisdiction — each suits different businesses.
100% foreign ownership is permitted for most activities across the UAE today.
Setup runs through approvals in sequence: trade name, initial approval, MOA, licence issuance, establishment card.
Company formation typically includes eligibility for UAE residence visas, depending on the licence package.
The UAE now has a federal corporate tax regime — companies generally need to register with the Federal Tax Authority.
Benefits
Why founders set up in the UAE through us
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Honest mainland vs free zone advice
Mainland, free zone or offshore — each has real trade-offs on visas, banking, ownership and cost. We recommend based on your business, not our commission.
Every approval in the right sequence
Trade name, initial approval, MOA, licence, establishment card, visas — the sequence matters, and we run it in order.
Bank account support
We coordinate the account opening with banks that actually onboard your business type, with the paperwork they expect.
Post-setup compliance covered
Corporate tax registration, VAT where applicable, and the annual licence renewal — handled so nothing lapses.
Documents
Documents required for UAE Company Registration
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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Founder and shareholder documents
Verified against MCA requirements
Company setup documents
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
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Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
UAE Company Registration process — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
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Mainland, free zone, or offshore — which fits?
This is the decision that shapes everything. Mainland companies (licensed by the Department of Economy & Tourism) can trade freely across the UAE; free zones like DMCC, DIFC, JAFZA, or Meydan offer 100% foreign ownership with no local sponsor but restrict direct mainland trading; offshore is for holding and international business only. We help you choose based on what the business will actually do.
Choose the business activity and licence type
Every UAE licence is issued for specific approved activities — commercial, professional, industrial, or services. We match your business to the right activity codes so the licence covers everything you plan to do.
Reserve the company name
We submit your proposed names to the relevant authority and secure name approval, checking against naming rules and existing registrations.
Prepare and submit the application
We draft the MOA/AOA, compile shareholder documents, and file the licence application with the free zone authority or the Department of Economy & Tourism. A free-zone setup typically completes in 1-3 weeks.
Licence issued — set up visas and banking
Once the trade licence is issued, we guide you through the establishment card, investor/partner visa applications, Emirates ID, and opening a UAE corporate bank account — the practical steps that make the company operational.
India-side compliance for Indian founders
Indian residents setting up abroad must handle FEMA and Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) compliance back home. As a CS-led firm, we manage both sides — the UAE setup and the India-side filings — so nothing is missed.
Why ComplyKart
Why ComplyKart for this
You should know who’s doing what. Open a stage to see how the work is shared.
India side covered as well
We advise on India-side FEMA and ODI compliance too — the part most UAE agents never mention.
No commission-driven advice
If a free zone is wrong for you, we'll say so — even though mainland setups pay us less.
After the setup, we stay
Licence renewals, tax filings, visa renewals — we stay with you after the licence is issued.
India side covered as well: We advise on India-side FEMA and ODI compliance too — the part most UAE agents never mention.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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Mainland lets you trade freely across the UAE; free zones offer simpler setup and customs benefits but limit direct mainland trade. Your business model decides — we walk you through it.
For most activities, yes — 100% foreign ownership is now permitted on the mainland and is standard in free zones. We confirm for your specific activity.
It varies by jurisdiction and activity. We quote the full picture — government fees, our service fee and visa costs — before you commit to anything.
Typically a few days to a few weeks depending on the jurisdiction and activity. Visas and bank accounts add their own timelines.
Yes. Free zone companies commonly come with visa quotas, and we process the visas as part of the setup.
It applies to most free zone and mainland companies, but thresholds and exemptions exist. We register you correctly and advise on what's due.
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Guides on UAE Company Registration
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Trust & transparency
Sources & how we keep this page accurate
Primary sources we refer to:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
- GST Portal
- Income Tax Department
- IP India (Trademark / Patent / Copyright)
Last verified: 6 October 2026
Compliance rules change. If something on this page looks outdated, tell us on WhatsApp and we'll fix it — and your filing will always follow the current rules, not just what's written here.
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