Business Setup in the UAE — Mainland, Free Zone and Offshore
UAE company setup — mainland, free zone or offshore. Licensing, visas and bank introduction, typically 3–10 business days after documents.
One Dubai team to pick the right jurisdiction, get your trade licence, open your bank account and land your first visas. UBTIS handles jurisdiction advice, licence and activity selection, documentation, investor and staff visas, bank introduction, FTA registration and accounting setup. Typically 3–10 business days after documents.
Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need to start?
Passport copies of all shareholders, a proposed company name, a short description of your activity, and — for mainland or regulated activities — supporting educational or professional certificates. UBTIS confirms the exact list after the discovery call.
How long does setup really take?
Trade licence in 3–10 business days once documents are ready. Investor visa, medical, Emirates ID and bank account typically add 1–3 further weeks depending on the free zone or emirate.
Who handles the government liaison?
UBTIS PRO team handles all interactions with DED, GDRFA, MOHRE, free-zone authorities, FTA and notary — you never queue at a counter.
Can I start remotely?
Yes. Onboarding, KYC and document collection are handled remotely; only steps that legally require your physical presence (biometrics, in-person bank meetings) are scheduled during a short UAE visit.
What happens after I request a quote?
A UBTIS advisor replies within one business hour, runs a short scoping call, and sends a written quote and timeline within 24 hours. Government charges are always shown as pass-through.
Why UBTIS versus other providers?
A single Dubai team owns setup, visas, tax, accounting and compliance — one contact, one file, one accountable partner.