Structure
The licence type decides where you may invoice, how many visas you get and what the bank will ask you. Here is the comparison we walk every client through.
| Criterion | Mainland (DED) | Free zone |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | 100% foreign ownership on most activities | 100% foreign ownership, always |
| Where you invoice | Anywhere in the UAE, plus government tenders | Worldwide and inside the zone; UAE market via distributor or branch |
| Office | Physical office with a registered Ejari | Flexi-desk accepted in most zones |
| Visa quota | Tied to office space — roughly one visa per 9 m² | Fixed by package, typically 1 to 6 |
| Time to licence | 7–14 working days | 3–7 working days |
| Suits | Retail, contracting, local services, public sector work | Trading, consulting, e-commerce, holding and IP |
| Free zone | Licence from | Visas | Office | Best for |
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Indicative figures. Final cost and timing depend on your activity list, visa count and the authority's current fee schedule.
Packages
Government charges are quoted separately and passed on at cost. Our fee is fixed in writing before any work begins.
Figures are indicative starting points for 2026 and exclude government fees, which vary by authority, activity and number of visas.
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