UAE Business Setup & PRO Services

TYPES OF BUSINESS SETUPS IN UAE

Mainland

Regulated by each emirate’s Department of Economic Development (DED)
Allows trading across UAE without restrictions
Requires local sponsor/agent for some activities

Free Zone

100% foreign ownership
No customs duty on imports/exports within zones
Multiple free zones in each emirate

Offshore

For international business, asset protection
No UAE office or visa eligibility
Confidential structure

🇦🇪 EMIRATE-WISE BUSINESS SETUP DETAILS

🌆 1. DUBAI

Authorities:

• Dubai Economic Department (DED) – Mainland

• Free Zones: DMCC, IFZA, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai South, Meydan, DAFZA, etc.

• Offshore: JAFZA Offshore

Services:

• Trade license application

• Visa services (Investor, Employment, Family)

• Office/warehouse leasing

• Bank account opening

• Golden Visa application

• VAT & Tax registration

• Amer, Tasheel, Tawjeeh, and Tadbeer

🏙️ 2. ABU DHABI

Authorities:

Abu Dhabi DED
Free Zones: ADGM, Masdar City, TwoFour54, KIZAD

Mainland Activities:

Professional, Commercial, Industrial

Services:

Dual Licensing (Mainland + Free Zone)
Legal documentation
Labour & Immigration approvals
Establishment card & eChannel registration
Visa medical & Emirates ID typing
Tawjeeh & Tasheel support

🌇 3. SHARJAH

Authorities:

Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD)
Free Zones: SAIF Zone, SHAMS, Hamriyah

Business Types:

LLC, Sole Establishment, Civil Company

Services:

Trade license and renewal
Flexi desk/office setup
Labour file management
Visa & PRO services
Commercial space leasing

🏢 4. AJMAN

Authorities:

Ajman DED
Ajman Free Zone (AFZ)

Advantages:

Fast & affordable setup
Minimal requirements
Ideal for startups

Services:

Mainland & Free Zone licenses
Warehouse and office leasing
Sponsorship arrangement
E-channel registration
Typing & visa processing

🏙️ 5. UMM AL QUWAIN

Authorities:

UAQ DED
UAQ Free Trade Zone

Benefits:

Low-cost licenses
Investor-friendly policies
Suitable for eCommerce, tech, consultancy

Services:

License application & renewal
Visa & Emirates ID
Company immigration file
Virtual office packages
Offshore company registration

🌄 6. RAS AL KHAIMAH (RAK)

Authorities:

RAK DED
Free Zones: RAK FTZ, RAK ICC (offshore)

Popular for:

Manufacturing & Industrial
Offshore Holding Companies
SMEs & freelancers

Services:

Business registration
RAK ICC offshore incorporation
Legal documentation
Visa & Labour services
Annual audits & accounting

🌴 7. FUJAIRAH

Authorities:

Fujairah DED
Fujairah Creative City (Free Zone)

Best for:

Media, Publishing, Consultancy, Design

Services:

Business license setup
Flexi desk and coworking offices
PRO services
Visa quotas & approvals
Tax registration

🌆 8. AL AIN (part of Abu Dhabi)

Governed by: Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED)

Specialized Areas:

Agriculture
Tourism
Local manufacturing

Services:

Business licensing via ADDED
PRO services for residency & labour
Office space setup
Tawjeeh sessions for workers
Custom documentation support

COMPLETE LIST OF UAE-WIDE PRO SERVICES

💼 Corporate PRO Services:

New License Processing (Mainland, Free Zone)
Trade Name Reservation
Initial Approval
MOA/LSA Drafting & Attestation
Ejari / Lease Contract Setup
Legal Translation & Typing
Immigration File & Labour Quota Opening
Company Establishment Card & eChannel

Government Typing & Support Services

✅ Amer Services (Dubai Only):

Entry permit (new/renewal)
Visa stamping & cancellation
Emirates ID typing
Medical fitness test typing
Tourist visa applications
Golden visa application
Overstay fine waivers

✅ Tasheel Services (UAE-Wide):

Labour contract generation
Mission/Temporary work permits
Labour complaints and cases
Offer letters
Employment quota application

✅ Tawjeeh Services (UAE-Wide):

Labour law awareness
Legal employment guidance
Orientation programs

✅ Tadbeer Services (UAE-Wide):

Domestic worker hiring & visas
Typing contracts for housemaids, drivers
Medical & ID documentation

🧮 Additional Services to Offer

Bank Account Opening
Tax & VAT Registration
Corporate Tax Consultation (Mandatory from 2025)
ISO Certification
Audit & Bookkeeping
Business Liquidation
Trademark Registration
Local Sponsor Arrangement
Office Setup & Fit-out
Document Clearance

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