UAE Business Setup

The UAE is a global business hub, offering two primary options for entrepreneurs and companies: Mainland and Freezones. Both offer unique advantages depending on the nature of your business and goals. Let’s explore the benefits, processes, and how we at Lexia Legal can help you successfully establish your business in the UAE.

Mainland Business Setup

Setting up a business in the UAE Mainland provides a host of opportunities and unmatched flexibility. Recent reforms allow more foreign investors to own 100% of their business without needing a local sponsor in many sectors.

Benefits of Mainland Setup:

Access to the Entire UAE Market: Businesses can operate freely across the UAE without restrictions, unlike Freezones.
Flexibility in Business Scope: Mainland companies can conduct both B2B and B2C transactions with government bodies or private entities.
Government Contracts: Mainland companies can bid for lucrative UAE government projects.
Flexible Office Space: Choose your business location anywhere in the UAE, with no restrictions.
No Minimum Capital Requirement: For most business activities, there’s no requirement for a minimum share capital.

Freezone Business Setup

Freezones in the UAE are specialized zones designed to promote specific industries and provide tax incentives to attract foreign investment.

Benefits of Freezone Setup:

100% Foreign Ownership: Retain full ownership of your company, with no need for a local sponsor.
Repatriation of Profits: Full repatriation of profits and capital is allowed.
Industry-Specific Zones: Over 40 Freezones are available, each catering to sectors such as media, technology, finance, logistics, and more.
Simplified Setup Process: Freezones have streamlined processes for business registration, making it faster and more straightforward.
No Customs Duties: Businesses within Freezones are exempt from import and export taxes.

We specialize in both Mainland and Freezone setups, ensuring your business formation process is seamless and fully compliant with UAE regulations. Our comprehensive services cover:

Consultation & Business Strategy

We assess your business goals to recommend the ideal setup.

Legal Assistance

Guidance on legal structures and ensuring full compliance with UAE laws.

Documentation & Licensing

We handle all aspects of paperwork, from license applications to visa processing.

Banking Solutions

Assistance in opening corporate bank accounts with UAE’s top-tier banks.

Visa Services

From investor visas to employee visas, we streamline the process.

Accounting & VAT Registration

Ensure your business complies with UAE’s financial regulations.

Post-Formation Support

Ongoing business support, including renewal services, PRO services, and more.

Business Expansion Support

Looking to scale? We offer advisory services to help you grow in the UAE market.

Whether you want to establish a Mainland company with unrestricted access to the local market or take advantage of the tax-free benefits of a Freezone, our team of experts is here to guide you every step of the way.