Mainland company setup in the UAE
A mainland company can usually trade across the UAE market. We explain how it works, how it differs from a free zone company and whether it suits your plan.
Mainland suits businesses that want to serve customers across the UAE, including government and retail clients. Free zone suits some activities and clients better, so the choice depends on your plan.
Why Workdane
We set mainland and free zone side by side for your activity.
We tell you what premises, documents and approvals apply.
Visas, banking and renewals handled by the same team.
How it works
A short call to understand your plan. We start by asking who your customers are.
We recommend the licence type, activities and approvals that fit your business.
We prepare your documents, submit the application and follow each approval.
Once your licence is issued we help with residence visas and opening a bank account.
Good to know
Mainland companies can usually trade across the UAE market. Free zone companies operate under their zone's rules. Our article on the topic goes into more detail.
Many activities allow it. Ownership depends on the activity, and we confirm yours.
More answers in our FAQs and the setup guide.
Tell us your plan and we will reply with the right structure and a written quotation.