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Business Setup in Mainland

Trade across the entire UAE, work with government, and open multiple branches — with a mainland licence built around your activity.

Overview

What this service covers

A mainland (DED) licence lets you trade anywhere in the UAE, deal directly with the local market, open multiple branches and bid for government contracts — without being tied to a single free zone. Recent reforms now allow 100% foreign ownership across most commercial and professional activities.

We manage activity selection and legal structure, trade name, initial approvals, MOA, office or Ejari, and your trade licence — along with visa quotas and PRO services — so your mainland company is set up correctly the first time and ready to operate.

Ideal for: retail, contracting, professional services and any business that needs to trade across the UAE or with government.

What’s included

  • DED trade licence
  • Activity & legal structure
  • 100% ownership (eligible activities)
  • Local market access
  • Ejari / office setup
  • Visa quota allocation
  • MOA drafting
  • PRO & government liaison
Why Nine To Six

Handled properly, start to finish

Compliance first

Every licence, registration and filing handled correctly and on time.

One dedicated team

A single point of contact manages your whole engagement, end to end.

Fast turnaround

Streamlined processes and the right approvals keep things moving quickly.

Transparent pricing

Clear, upfront fees — you always know what you’re paying and why.

How it works

A clear, guided process

1

Free consultation

We learn your goals and recommend the right structure and jurisdiction.

2

Documents & approvals

We prepare your paperwork and secure the initial approvals.

3

Licence & visas

Your trade licence, establishment card, visas and bank account are arranged.

4

Ongoing compliance

We handle your tax, VAT and accounting so you stay compliant.

FAQs

Business Setup in Mainland — frequently asked questions

Can I own 100% of a mainland company?+
Yes — for most commercial and professional activities, 100% foreign ownership is now permitted on a mainland (DED) licence. A limited list of strategic activities may still require a local partner.
Can a mainland company work with the UAE government?+
Yes. A mainland licence lets you bid for government contracts and trade directly across all of the UAE, which free zone companies cannot do without a distributor.
Do I need a physical office for a mainland licence?+
Generally yes — mainland companies require an Ejari-registered premises. We arrange suitable office or workspace options to match your activity and visa quota.
How long does mainland company setup take?+
It varies by activity and the approvals needed. We manage the trade name, initial approval, MOA, office and licence steps to keep the process as efficient as possible.

Ready to get started?

Book a free, no-obligation consultation and we’ll map out exactly what you need — and what it costs.

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