Setting up a company in the UAE starts with selecting the right activity, location and licensing route. LW Global coordinates the planning and administrative steps so you understand the options before committing to a structure.
A Free Zone may be suitable for some activities and operating models, while Mainland arrangements may be more appropriate when you need certain premises, market access or onshore activities. The best option depends on your actual licence activity, shareholders and operational needs.
A complete budget may involve registration, licence issue, office or flexi-desk, immigration files, residency visas, translation, approvals and renewals. We separate preliminary estimates from verified authority fees, and can explain which costs depend on your circumstances.
Review planned activities, owners, jurisdiction preferences, premises and visa needs.
Map the relevant authority requirements, documentation and potential extra approvals.
Support documents, applications, clarifications and onward administrative steps.
Timelines vary by authority, activity, completeness of documents, approvals and immigration requirements. We review dependencies before giving a planning range.
Some stages may be completed remotely, but identity verification, banking or particular approvals can require physical presence.
No. Banks independently decide onboarding based on their compliance and due-diligence requirements.
