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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about business setup in the UAE
Setting up a business in Dubai involves choosing the right jurisdiction, selecting business activities, registering the trade name, obtaining approvals, and receiving your license.
Trading, consultancy, IT services, real estate, e-commerce, and professional services are among the most popular business activities in Dubai.
Business setup typically takes between 3 to 10 working days, depending on the jurisdiction and approvals required.
Yes, foreign nationals can fully own businesses in most free zones and many mainland activities in the UAE.
A Mainland company is licensed by the Department of Economic Development (DED) and allows you to operate anywhere in the UAE.
Yes, most business activities allow 100% foreign ownership without requiring a local sponsor.
Yes, Mainland businesses must have a physical office or Ejari-registered workspace.
Yes, Mainland companies can freely work with both government and private sector clients.
Free Zone companies operate within designated economic zones and enjoy benefits like tax exemptions and full foreign ownership.
Popular free zones include DMCC, IFZA, Meydan, RAKEZ, and SHAMS, depending on your business activity and budget.
Free Zone companies can trade in Mainland through a local distributor or by opening a Mainland branch.
Yes, Free Zone licenses include eligibility for investor and employee visas based on the package chosen.
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