Why
Why open a company with Legal Eagle
All-inclusive
from trade name reservation to bank account opening
Dedicated manager
one expert handles your entire file, no call‑centre loops
Speed that matters
— license issued in 1–5 working days
Mainland vs Free Zone
Mainland vs Free Zone comparison
Title
Mainland
Free Zone
Shareholding
UAE national agent (0 %) — new rule — or 100 % foreign in certain activities
100 % foreign ownership
Office requirement
Physical office mandatory
Flexi‑desk / virtual office allowed
Scope of business
Anywhere in UAE + government tenders
Inside the free zone / globally; no direct mainland trade
Corporate tax
0 % up to AED 375 k profit, 9 % above (from Jun 1 2023)
Same rule, exemptions in some zones
Visa quota
Based on office size
Package‑based
Government fees (from)
AED 8 000
AED 12 500
Footnote: Fees are indicative and may vary by activity
All‑in‑one
All‑in‑one package includes
All incorporation forms & attestations
Office search, lease negotiation, Ejari registration
Service agreements with free‑zone authorities
Trade name check & reservation
Memorandum of Association drafting
Virtual office arrangement where permitted
Establishment card & immigration file
Payment of all government fees on your behalf
Post‑incorporation compliance guidance
Corporate bank account opening support
Sector analysis & best‑fit structure advice
Investor / employee visas & Emirates ID
Process
Process timeline
5
Bank account activation
– 5–10 working days
4
Visa stamping & Emirates ID
– 3–7 working days
3
License / formation
– 1–5 working days
2
Document collection & KYC
– 1 day
1
Consultation & proposal
– 30 min call
FAQ
FAQ
With the correct paperwork, the trade licence is issued in 1–5 working days. Emirates ID stamping and bank-account activation add another 3–10 days.
Typically: colour passport copy, CV or brief business profile, proof of address. Some zones may ask for a certificate of good standing or a basic business plan.
Since July 2021 most activities allow 100 % foreign ownership. Only strategic sectors still require a local partner or service agent.
Incorporation paperwork can be signed remotely. Physical presence is required only for biometrics and Emirates ID collection.
Licence renewal: from AED 8,000 (Mainland) / from AED 12,500 (Free Zone). Office or flexi-desk lease, Establishment Card & visa renewals every 2–3 years.
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