迪拜 公司设立 checklist

Start with a clear description of the commercial model. Do not begin by choosing the cheapest 执照 package.

What products or services will be offered?

Will customers be individuals, businesses or government entities?

Will customers be located 在迪拜, elsewhere 在阿联酋 or overseas?

Will the business import, export or hold physical stock?

Will services be provided online or at customer locations?

Will the company need a shop, office, warehouse or workshop?

Will the founder need a 阿联酋 居留签证?

The business activities appearing on the 执照 define what the company is authorised to conduct.

迪拜's official business platform allows entrepreneurs to search economic activities and obtain information about company licences and legal forms. Invest 在迪拜 should be consulted when assessing Mainland activities and licensing options.

Do not choose an activity merely because its wording appears close to the business idea. Confirm whether the activity covers how the company will earn revenue.

Unrelated or differently regulated activities may require 单独许可证 or entities.

A first-time entrepreneur should compare the complete operating consequences of each jurisdiction.

The 阿联酋 Government's current 自由区 guidance advises investors to determine the legal entity, select the relevant zone and choose the correct 商号 and activity as part of the establishment 流程. 阿联酋 Government 自由区设立 guidance

A 自由区 执照 should be selected for operational suitability rather than name recognition or promotional price alone.

Many 迪拜 companies may be fully foreign-owned, subject to the activity and applicable regulations. Nevertheless, first-time entrepreneurs should confirm the ownership conditions for the exact activity.

Will the founder be the sole shareholder?

Will an overseas company hold the shares?

Who will be the ultimate beneficial owner?

Will any shareholder require a 居留签证?

The legal structure should match the ownership, liability and commercial purpose of the company.

The legal structure should not be selected by copying another entrepreneur's setup. Two businesses in the same industry may require different structures because of their ownership, contracts, funding or growth plans.

The manager is generally responsible for day-to-day operation and may be authorised to represent the company.

Is the manager's name stated in the 章程文件?

Can the manager operate the bank account?

Can the manager sign employment contracts?

Can the manager sign commercial agreements?

Are any powers reserved for 股东?

Does the activity require a qualified or approved manager?

The powers granted in the company 文件 should match the intended governance arrangement.

Prepare several suitable names in case the first choice is unavailable.

迪拜 provides an official business-name availability facility through Invest 在迪拜. 迪拜 business-name checker

Trade-name approval does not automatically provide trademark protection. If the brand is commercially important, consider a separate trademark search and registration strategy.

Some activities require approval from a sector regulator in addition to the economic 执照.

Determine whether approval is required before reserving premises or committing substantial funds.

Foreign 文件 are properly legalised or attested

Small inconsistencies in names, passport numbers or dates can delay licensing, immigration and banking applications.

If an overseas company will own the 迪拜 entity, additional 文件 may include:

文件 issued outside the 阿联酋 may require notarisation, legalisation, 阿联酋 embassy or consular attestation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation and certified Arabic translation.

Confirm these requirements early because international document processing can extend the setup 时间表.

A detailed business plan is not mandatory for every ordinary 执照 application, but it can be required by regulators, Free Zones, banks, investors and funding providers.

The plan should be realistic and consistent with the 执照 activities and bank-account application.

Also determine the second-year cost. Promotional formation packages may not continue at renewal.

KPM Global Services can provide an activity-specific quotation separating government, facility, immigration and professional charges.

The required premises depend on the activity and jurisdiction.

An unsuitable lease may create unnecessary costs and licensing delays.

The official 流程 varies by authority, activity and shareholder type. 执照签发 confirms that the entity has been registered for approved activities, but it may not complete every operational requirement.

Request correction immediately if any information is inaccurate. The 执照 details should be consistent with the incorporation 文件 and establishment records.

A company that intends to sponsor residence visas will generally require the applicable immigration Establishment 登记 or card.

ICP describes the Establishment Card as an electronic record containing information such as the 商号, 执照 number, partners and 业务活动. ICP establishment services

A qualifying company owner may be able to obtain a 居留签证 through the company.

ICP confirms that 居留签发 is connected with the Emirates ID application 流程. ICP residence-permit service

Company ownership does not guarantee immigration approval. Golden Residence and Green Residence are separate categories with their own eligibility criteria.

Can the company obtain the necessary work permits?

Does the office support the required quota?

Do employees require professional approval?

What salaries and benefits will be offered?

How will end-of-service benefits be calculated?