Planning a business in UAE

eServices you might need

• Investor service request – Abu Dhabi’s Department of Economic Development
• New investor initial registration – Sharjah’s Department of Economic Development
• Register online – Ajman’s Department of Economic DevelopmeneServices you might need

Why to setup in UAE mainland

There are many benefits to setup your business in the mainland including:

• Flexibility to do business in any part of the UAE
• No limit on number of visas
• More business activities available for licensing
• No business or personal tax

• Things to consider

  If you are planning  to start your business in the UAE mainland,  you need to consider the following:

  Things to consider

  If you are planning  to start your business in the UAE mainland,  you need to consider the following:

  Key government entities you will deal with

  Generally, You must submit an application to the DED of the respective emirate for an Initial Approval, and registering the trade name. You can do that either by a personal visit, or through the eServices available on the DED website.

  There are exceptional cases that require the approval of the Ministry of Economics at first, as with setting up a private joint stock company (PJSC).

  The initial approval will allow you to further proceed for other approvals of relevant authorities which is required for a certain activities.