Setting up a company in the UAE is fast and accessible when it is done in the right order. We guide the key decisions — free zone or mainland, your activity, and your visa needs — then handle the paperwork from trade name to bank account. Pricing is transparent, with government fees kept separate from our service fee.
Business Setup in UAE
Company Setup in the UAE — Free Zone & Mainland
Start your UAE company with clear, honest pricing. Free zone and mainland setups starting from AED 6,800, with full support for licence, establishment card, visas, and bank account guidance.
Packages
Simple, transparent pricing
Both routes start from AED 6,800. Your final quote depends on activity, visas, and office requirements — confirmed in writing before you start.
Free Zone Company
Starting from AED 6,800
- 100% foreign ownership
- Fast setup, minimal paperwork
- Ideal for trading, services & e-commerce
- Visa eligibility with most packages
Mainland Company
Starting from AED 6,800
- Trade directly across the UAE market
- Wide range of business activities
- Eligible for government & local contracts
- Scalable visa quota with office space
About the pricing: Starting prices are indicative for a basic setup and vary by free zone or emirate, business activity, number of visas, and office type. Government fees are set by the relevant authority. We confirm your exact, itemised quote before any work begins.
What's Included
From licence to launch
- Choose structure
Free zone or mainland, matched to your activity and customers.
- Trade name & licence
Name reservation, initial approval, and licence issuance.
- Establishment card
So your company can sponsor visas.
- Visas & Emirates ID
Owner and staff visas, medical, and Emirates ID.
- Bank account
Guidance to open your corporate account.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to set up a company in the UAE?
Packages start from AED 6,800 for both free zone and mainland setups. The final cost depends on your activity, number of visas, and office requirements. We give a clear breakdown before you start.
What is the difference between free zone and mainland?
A free zone company offers 100% ownership and fast, low-cost setup, but trades mainly within its zone and internationally. A mainland company can trade directly across the UAE market. We help you choose based on your customers and activity.
Does the package include visas?
Most packages include visa eligibility; the number of visas depends on the package and office type. Each visa has its own government costs for medical, Emirates ID, and stamping, which we confirm upfront.
How long does company setup take?
Many free zone setups are completed within a few working days once documents are ready. Mainland setups can take a little longer depending on approvals. Timelines are controlled by the authorities.
Can you handle the visas and bank account too?
Yes. We arrange the establishment card, owner and staff visas, Emirates ID, and guide you through opening a corporate bank account.
Are the prices guaranteed?
Starting prices are indicative and depend on your chosen activity, jurisdiction, visas, and office. We confirm your exact quote in writing before any work begins. Government fees are set by the authorities.
Disclaimer: Bab Al Zahiah Typing Center is an independent professional service provider. We are not a government authority. Information on this website is provided for general guidance only and should be verified with the relevant UAE government authority before making decisions. Approval, rejection, timelines, fees, and requirements are controlled by the relevant authority.