Abu Dhabi Mainland
Company Setup

If your clients are government entities or major corporates in the capital, an Abu Dhabi licence can be a strategic advantage.

Most commercial and professional activities now permit 100% foreign ownership. A few strategic activities still have specific requirements — we’ll confirm for your activity.

Yes. Mainland companies need a registered office with a valid tenancy contract, and office size affects your visa quota.

Yes. You don’t need UAE residence to own a mainland company. To manage it day to day and open a bank account you’ll usually need a residence visa, which we can arrange as part of your setup.

Yes. Once your licence and establishment card are issued, we help you prepare the documents banks request and introduce you to suitable banks.

Trade licence fee, approvals, office rent, tenancy registration, visa costs and our service charge — all itemised upfront.

Yes. Mainland companies register for corporate tax: 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that.

Licences are renewed annually together with the tenancy contract. We manage renewals and reminders for you.

Most activities do not require share capital to be deposited, but some activities and legal forms have capital requirements set by the authority. We confirm this for your activity.

Most commercial and industrial activities allow 100% foreign ownership without a local sponsor. Some professional activities may need a local service agent.

Visa quotas depend mainly on the size of your office and approval from the immigration and labour authorities.

Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED).