Dubai mainland: what it is good for, and what it is not
Trade directly across the UAE market, with premises and a visa allocation sized to your headcount.
Trade directly across the UAE market, with premises and a visa allocation sized to your headcount.
At a glance
| Factor | Position |
|---|---|
| Ownership | 100% foreign ownership for most commercial activities |
| Market access | Sell directly to UAE businesses and consumers; government tenders generally accessible |
| Premises | Physical premises usually required; visa allocation tied to space |
| Audit | Activity dependent |
| Best for | Retail, contracting, professional firms and anyone selling into the local market |
Corporate tax registration, bookkeeping, VAT if you cross the threshold, and — in many zones — audited financial statements at renewal. We set the dates out before you launch rather than after.
Requires verification Package contents, visa quotas, activity lists and audit requirements are set by each authority and change. Every figure is confirmed against the authority’s current terms at the time we advise you.
Next step
A short call, a written comparison, and fixed fees before anything starts.
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