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Business setup in Dubai, handled end to end

Mainland, free zone or offshore. We choose the right structure, get your trade licence and investor visa, open your bank account and register you for tax.

What we do

Everything you need to start trading

One accountable team instead of a PRO, a banker, an accountant and an agent. Here is what each step involves, and how we make it faster.

Business partners shaking hands after company formation in Dubai

Company formation

Mainland, free zone or offshore. We match your activity, visa needs and budget to the right authority, then handle the name, licence and permits.

  • 100% foreign ownership on most activities
  • Free zone licences often issued in 1–2 weeks
  • Mainland (DET) licences for trading anywhere in the UAE
Free zones we work with
DMCC · JLTIFZA · DubaiMeydan FZRAKEZ · RAKSPC · SharjahShams · SharjahDWTC
Which one fits me?
Passport with visa stamps for a UAE investor visa

Fast-track visa process

Investor, partner and employee visas plus family sponsorship. We prepare every document up front so nothing gets sent back.

  1. Entry permit, usually within 1–2 working days
  2. Status change inside the UAE (no exit needed)
  3. Express medical test, results in 24–48 hours
  4. Emirates ID biometrics
  5. Residence visa issued (e-visa linked to your Emirates ID)
Typical total: 2–3 weeks. We book express medical and typing slots to shorten each step. Golden Visa pathways available for eligible investors.
Golden Visa options
Business owner using a corporate bank card online

Corporate bank account

We prepare your KYC file, business profile and source-of-funds pack, then introduce you to the bank most likely to approve your activity.

Banks we work with
Emirates NBDFirst Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)Mashreq (NEOBiz)Wio BankAjman BankUBL UAEADCBRAKBANK
  • Digital banks can open in days; traditional banks usually 2–4 weeks
  • Personal accounts for shareholders once your Emirates ID is issued
Bank account support
Premium serviced office in Dubai

Office space

From a flexi desk that satisfies your licence to a fitted office with a view, sourced through our real estate team with Ejari registration handled.

Premium locations
DIFCDowntown DubaiBusiness BayJLT (DMCC)Dubai Marina & Media CityOne Central / DWTCDubai Hills Business Park
  • Flexi desks, serviced offices and shell & core leases
  • Office size planned around your visa quota
Find an office
Calculator and documents for UAE corporate tax and VAT registration

Tax & VAT registration

Every UAE company must register for corporate tax. We register you with the Federal Tax Authority (EmaraTax) and set up your VAT from day one.

  • Corporate tax: 0% up to AED 375,000 of taxable profit, 9% above
  • Small Business Relief: revenue up to AED 3M can elect 0% (extended to tax periods ending by 31 Dec 2029)
  • Qualifying free zone companies: 0% on qualifying income
  • VAT 5%: mandatory above AED 375,000 of taxable supplies, voluntary from AED 187,500
Late registration penalties start at AED 10,000, so we file from day one.
Tax & VAT services
SeedMap consultant supporting a client with ongoing PRO services

Ongoing support

After launch we stay on as your PRO and compliance team, so renewals and filings never catch you out.

  • Licence and visa renewals, cancellations and amendments
  • Bookkeeping, corporate tax and VAT returns
  • New shareholders, activities or branches
  • Document attestation and government liaison
Talk to our team

Popular free zones at a glance

Free zoneLocationBest forGood to know
DMCCJumeirah Lakes Towers, DubaiTrading, commodities, established brandsPremium address; visa quota grows with office size
IFZADubai Silicon Oasis, DubaiConsultancies, e-commerce, solo foundersFast, cost-effective setup; multi-activity licences
Meydan Free ZoneMeydan, DubaiAgencies, services, holding companiesFully digital application; Dubai address
RAKEZRas Al KhaimahIndustrial, warehousing, budget-conscious startupsLow costs; land and warehouse options
SPC Free ZoneSharjahMedia, publishing, e-commerce, freelancersOne of the lowest-cost licences in the UAE
Mainland (DET)Anywhere in DubaiRetail, contracting, government contractsTrade directly with the UAE market; office lease needed

*Timelines, thresholds and requirements are indicative and set by the relevant authorities; they can change. Ask us for a current, fixed quote.

Most popular

The Platinum Setup Package

Our all-inclusive package gets you a licence, residency and a bank account in one move, with tax registration and a workstation address included. One price, one team, no surprises.

PLATINUM PACKAGE

Everything to start, in one

FAST SETUP
  • Trade licence (mainland or free zone)
  • Immigration file / E-Channel
  • UAE residence investor visa
  • Emirates ID & medical
  • Corporate bank account assistance
  • VAT & corporate tax registration
  • Shared workstation address

*Terms & conditions apply.

Why SeedMap

Clear costs, clear timelines

We map the fastest legal route and give you a fixed cost up front.

Experience

Companies of every size and activity set up.

One-stop shop

Licence, visa, bank, office and tax together.

Transparent pricing

Competitive, fixed quotes with no surprises.

Confidential

Your business information stays private.

HOW IT WORKS
01

Free consultation

Tell us your activity and goals. We recommend the structure and cost.

02

We prepare everything

Documents, approvals and immigration file, handled by our team.

03

Licence & visa issued

Trade licence, investor visa and Emirates ID.

04

Bank, tax & beyond

Account opening, tax registration and ongoing support.

FAQ

Business setup questions

Still unsure? A free consultation answers everything specific to your situation.

Ask us directly
How long does it take to set up a company in Dubai?

For most free-zone structures the trade licence can be issued within a few working days once documents are in order. Mainland setups and some activities take longer. We give you a clear timeline up front.

Can a foreigner own 100% of a UAE company?

Yes. In free zones and for most mainland activities you can own 100% of your company without a local sponsor. We advise on the right structure for your activity.

Do I need an office?

Every licence needs an address. Depending on the jurisdiction this can be a flexi desk, virtual office or full office. Our real estate team can help with leases.

Will you help me open a corporate bank account?

Yes. We prepare and position your application and introduce you to the right bank.

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