100% Foreign Ownership
Most eligible business activities can be fully owned by foreign investors, subject to activity-specific requirements.
Unlock limitless potential with a Dubai Mainland license. Enjoy 100% foreign ownership, the freedom to trade anywhere in the UAE market, and the ability to take on lucrative government contracts. Let our experts handle the DED licensing process for a seamless launch.
A Dubai Mainland company is a business established outside designated free zones and licensed through the Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism. It is suitable for businesses that want to serve customers across the UAE, operate physical offices or retail locations, work across different emirates, and expand without free-zone operating limits.
Most eligible business activities can benefit from 100% foreign ownership. Some regulated or strategic activities may require additional approvals or special ownership conditions.
Choose a structure that can serve the UAE market, support expansion and connect your company with government and corporate opportunities.
Most eligible business activities can be fully owned by foreign investors, subject to activity-specific requirements.
Serve customers and build business relationships across Dubai and the wider UAE.
Choose from commercial, professional, industrial and other approved business activities.
Trade directly with mainland customers and establish a physical presence where your business needs it.
Grow your operations, team, office footprint and activity portfolio as your company develops.
Eligible mainland companies can pursue selected government and corporate contracts.
Your licence is selected according to the activity you plan to conduct. Nexo Services helps confirm the suitable category and any additional approvals.
For businesses involved in trading, buying, selling, distribution, import and export.
For consultancy, expertise and skill-based services delivered by professionals.
For manufacturing, processing and production activities. Suitable premises and additional approvals may be required.
The appropriate legal structure depends on your business activity, ownership and operational needs.
Our team helps coordinate each stage, from selecting your activity through to licence issuance.
Confirm the activity or activity group that accurately covers your operations.
Select the structure that fits your ownership and business requirements.
Choose and reserve an approved trade name for your company.
Secure the initial approval needed to move the application forward.
Prepare a compliant office, retail or industrial premises where required.
Complete any approvals required for regulated or specialist activities.
Complete the final documentation and receive the Dubai Mainland business licence.
Document requirements vary by shareholder type, activity and legal structure. Nexo Services checks your file before submission.
The cost of setting up a Dubai Mainland company depends on the business model and the approvals involved. Nexo Services prepares a setup option based on your real operational needs.
The best option depends on your activity, customers, office requirements and growth plans.
We coordinate the setup journey and the practical services your company may need after incorporation.
Speak with Nexo Services to understand the right licence, legal structure, cost and setup process for your business.