A company licensed by DET to operate across Dubai and the wider UAE market, registered outside free zone jurisdictions.
Dubai Mainland
Mainland Company Formation Dubai
Form your Dubai mainland LLC with direct UAE market access — KPM Global Services manages DET registration, Ejari, trade licence, and immigration setup.
- DET Registered
- UAE Market Access
- 100% Ownership Activities
Mainland Formation
Mainland Company Formation Dubai
1DET Approval
2Ejari
3MOA
4Licence
Trade across the UAE
Ideal for local clients and government tenders.
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Overview
Dubai mainland company formation explained
Mainland company formation in Dubai registers your business with Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), allowing you to trade directly across the UAE without geographic restrictions inherent to many free zone structures.
Modern UAE commercial law permits 100% foreign ownership for most mainland activities, though some sectors still require local partnership or special approvals.
KPM Global Services handles DET initial approval, Ejari tenancy registration, MOA notarisation, establishment card, and visa quota allocation as an integrated mainland setup.
Who This Is For
Ideal mainland company candidates
- Businesses serving UAE-based clients and consumers directly
- Companies bidding for government and semi-government contracts
- Retail, F&B, and branch operations requiring physical mainland presence
- Professional firms needing mainland professional licences
- Trading companies distributing goods across emirates
- Investors prioritising Dubai brand credibility with local market access
How We Help
Mainland formation support
DET initial approval
Secure trade name and activity approval from Dubai Economy.
Ejari & office setup
Register tenancy contract meeting DET office size and location rules.
MOA drafting
Prepare and notarise Memorandum of Association with correct shareholding.
Licence issuance
Complete final DET submission and obtain mainland trade licence.
Establishment card
Register company with GDRFA for immigration and visa processing.
Municipality & sector permits
Obtain Dubai Municipality, DED sector, or DHA approvals as needed.
Process
Mainland LLC formation steps
- 1
Consultation
Confirm activity eligibility for mainland and 100% ownership rules.
- 2
Initial approval
Apply for trade name and activity approval via DET channels.
- 3
Office & Ejari
Secure commercial premises and register Ejari tenancy contract.
- 4
MOA notarisation
Draft and notarise MOA at Dubai Notary Public or authorized centre.
- 5
Final licence
Submit complete file, pay fees, and collect mainland trade licence.
- 6
Immigration setup
Process establishment card and partner/employee visa applications.
Documents
Mainland formation documents
- Passports and photos of all shareholders and manager
- Entry visa or UAE residence visa copies
- Ejari-registered tenancy contract
- Initial approval certificate from DET
- Notarised MOA
- NOC from current employer (if applicable)
- Educational certificates for regulated professions
- External authority approvals (DHA, RTA, etc. if required)
Pricing
Mainland formation cost drivers
Mainland setup typically costs more than basic free zones due to office and government fee structure.
- DET licence fees and knowledge/innovation fees
- Commercial office rent and Ejari registration
- MOA notarisation and translation costs
- Visa and establishment card fees per person
- Municipality and external approval charges
Office rent is often the largest ongoing cost. KPM Global Services helps right-size premises for DET compliance.
Timeline
Mainland setup timeline
Week 1
Approvals
Trade name and initial DET approval secured.
Week 1–2
Ejari & MOA
Office contracted; Ejari registered; MOA notarised.
Week 2–3
Licence
Final DET submission completed; licence issued.
Week 3–5
Visas
Establishment card active; residence visas processed.
Avoid Mistakes
Mainland formation pitfalls
- Signing office lease before confirming DET activity approval
- Choosing office space below minimum size for your activity
- Incorrect share capital or share distribution in MOA
- Missing Ejari registration before final licence submission
- Underestimating time for external sector approvals
- Failing to appoint a qualified manager for regulated activities
Why KPM
Why Choose KPM Global Services
UAE-focused advisory
Practical guidance on mainland company formation in Dubai from a Dubai-based team that works with authorities, banks, and regulators daily.
Clear documentation
Structured checklists, realistic timelines, and transparent scope so you know what is included before you proceed.
Connected services
Link setup, visas, banking, accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, PRO, and legal support through one coordinated advisory journey.
No generic templates
Advice is tailored to your activity, shareholders, jurisdiction, and operational plans — not a one-size-fits-all package.
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