Business Setup in Dubai
One advisor from first consultation to licence, visas, banking and tax registration.
About this service
Business setup is more than a licence. IDOS delivers the full launch package: structure and jurisdiction advice, licensing, office or flexi-desk, establishment card, visa quota, corporate bank account preparation, corporate tax and VAT registration, and accounting.
You work with one senior advisor throughout, with a single timeline and a single cost sheet covering every government and service fee.
Key benefits
Single point of contact
One advisor coordinates licensing, immigration, banking and tax so nothing falls between providers.
Banking preparation
Documents, business plan and compliance file prepared to the standard UAE banks expect.
Tax-ready from day one
Corporate tax and VAT registration assessed and filed at the right threshold.
Ongoing compliance
Renewals, bookkeeping and filings handled after launch so you stay in good standing.
Launch timeline
A written schedule showing licence, visas, banking and tax milestones week by week.
Office and workspace
Flexi-desk, serviced office or warehouse sourced and contracted alongside the licence.
Our process
- 1Discovery call and structure recommendation
- 2Licence issuance and establishment card
- 3Visa quota and team residence visas
- 4Corporate bank account introduction
- 5Tax registration and ongoing compliance
Required documents
- Passport copies of all shareholders and managers
- Emirates ID and visa copies for UAE residents
- Proposed trade names and activity list
- Business plan and projected turnover
- Tenancy contract, Ejari or flexi-desk agreement
- Notarised memorandum of association
- Attested academic certificates for professional activities
- Source of funds evidence for banking
Frequently asked questions
What is the total cost of setting up a business in Dubai?
It depends on jurisdiction, activity and visa count. We issue an itemised quotation covering licence, government fees, office and visas before you commit.
Do you help with the corporate bank account?
Yes. We prepare the full compliance file and introduce you to banks that suit your activity and shareholder profile; final approval always rests with the bank.
Do I need to register for corporate tax?
UAE businesses must register for corporate tax, and for VAT once the mandatory turnover threshold is met. We assess and file both.
How quickly can my business be operational?
A straightforward free zone setup can be licensed and visa-ready within two to three weeks; mainland setups with external approvals take longer.
Which free zone is best for my business?
It depends on activity, customer base, visa needs and budget. We compare shortlisted authorities side by side before you commit.
Do you provide office space?
Yes. Flexi-desks, serviced offices, retail units and warehousing are arranged as part of the setup package.
What ongoing costs should I budget for?
Annual licence renewal, office rent, visa renewals, corporate tax and VAT compliance, and accounting or audit where required.
Do you support existing companies, not just new ones?
Yes. We take over licence renewals, PRO work, restructuring, activity changes and compliance for companies set up elsewhere.
Start your Business Setup today
Book a free consultation with a senior advisor and get clear costs, timelines and document requirements.