Established in Dubai
1,200+
5 days
0%
100%
— Why We Exist
Dubai rewards the bold. Our job is to make sure nothing slows you down.
Trusted by 1,200+ founders across Europe
Establish your company in Dubai.
5 days
0%
100%
1,200+
IFZA Free ZoneWIO Business BankingDMCCMeydan Free ZoneEmirates NBDDED MainlandRAKEZSHAMS
— Instant Estimate
How much does it cost to open in Dubai?
Consulting & Professional Services ▾
0 — 6 visas2
Estimated total — Year 1
AED 18,500
- Trade licence & registrationAED 12,500
- Activity & jurisdictionAED 0
- Residence visasAED 6,000
- Bank account assistanceIncluded
— Why Dubai
The world's most founder-friendly economy
0%
9%
100%
3.5h
— Built for capital
A jurisdiction that rewards ambition
Residence by ownership
Your trade licence comes with renewable UAE residence visas for you and your family.
Asset protection
Stable, common-law-aligned free zones with strong investor safeguards and confidentiality.
Global banking access
Multi-currency corporate accounts with tier-one UAE and digital banks.
— Why Setup Business DXB
White-glove setup, end to end
Dedicated advisor
One named specialist who speaks your language, from first call to bank approval — no call centres, no handoffs.
Transparent pricing
One all-in quote. Government fees, visas and banking included — zero hidden costs, ever.
5-day turnaround
Most clients receive their trade licence within five working days. We've optimised every step.
Banking secured
We don't stop at the licence. We open your corporate account — the step most agents leave you to fail at alone.
On-the-ground presence
Licensed and based in Dubai — PRO services, renewals and amendments handled directly by our team.
Lifetime relationship
Tax registration, accounting, renewals, additional visas — we stay your partner long after launch.
— Choose Your Structure
Three ways to set up
Offshore
- 100% foreign ownership
- No physical office needed
- Strong privacy & asset protection
- Holds property & shares
Most Popular
Free Zone
- 0% tax & 100% ownership
- Residence visas included
- Full profit repatriation
- Live in ~5 working days
Mainland
- Operate across the entire UAE
- Unlimited visa allocation
- Government & B2B contracts
- Office in the heart of Dubai
— Side by Side
Free Zone vs Mainland
| Feature | Free Zone | Mainland |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign ownership | 100% | 100% |
| Corporate tax | 0% (qualifying) | 9% over AED 375k |
| Trade within UAE market | Via distributor | Unrestricted |
| Government contracts | Limited | Eligible |
| Visa allocation | Package-based | Unlimited* |
| Physical office | Optional / flexi-desk | Required |
| Setup speed | ~5 days | ~7–10 days |
| Typical Year-1 cost | from AED 12,500 | from AED 18,000 |
— The Process
From first call to live company in five steps
1
Day 0 · 30 min call
Free strategy consultation
2
Day 1
Structure & name reservation
3
Days 2–4
Licence issuance
4
Days 4–7
Visas & Emirates ID
5
Week 2+
Corporate banking
— Real Results
Founders already winning in Dubai
🇵🇱 SaaS Founder · Warsaw → Dubai
€140k
🇬🇧 E-commerce · London → Dubai
6 days
🇩🇪 Consultant · Munich → Dubai
100%
— Where the Growth Is
Dubai's opportunity sectors
🏗️
Real Estate
💻
Tech & SaaS
📦
Trading & Logistics
💎
Wealth & Crypto
Do I need to be in Dubai to set up my company?
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Can a foreign national own 100% of the company?
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How long does the whole process take?
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Is it really tax-free?
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Will you actually help me open a bank account?
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What are the ongoing costs after year one?
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— Get Started
Your tax-free company in Dubai
starts with one call
★★★★★ 4.9/5 from 300+ founders
✓ No obligation
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Contact
13th Floor, Bayswater Tower, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE
+971 50 529 0766
office@setupbusinessdxb.com
Mon–Fri · 10:00–17:00 GST
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