Jurisdictions
Mainland, free zone, offshore
Ownership
Up to 100% foreign
Support
Licence, visas, banking, tax
Coverage
Dubai and across the UAE
Explore Business Setup Options
Business Setup in Dubai
A complete guide to starting a company in Dubai.
Free Zone Company Formation
Compare 11 UAE free zones.
Mainland Company Formation
Trade anywhere in the UAE.
Offshore Company Formation
International holding and asset protection.
Company Formation & Licensing
Licence selection and issuance.
Special Offers
Discounted setup and tax packages.
About Business Setup
Mainland, free zone or offshore — choose the right UAE setup with expert guidance from start to finish.
Starting a business in the UAE begins with one key decision: where to register. Mainland companies can trade anywhere in the UAE, free zone companies offer 100% ownership with flexible offices, and offshore companies suit international holding and asset protection.
Optimus BizFin compares your options, explains costs clearly and manages every step, from licence and visas to bank account, Corporate Tax and VAT registration.
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Business Setup at a Glance
Why Set Up with Optimus BizFin?
Practical, hands-on support from a team that knows UAE processes.
Right Jurisdiction
Compare all three routes against your goals.
Transparent Costs
Itemised quotes before you commit.
End-to-End Setup
Licence, visas, banking and tax handled together.
Fast Processing
Complete files and close follow-up with authorities.
Special Offers
Discounted service fees on popular packages.
Ongoing Support
Renewals, amendments and compliance after setup.
Everything You Need to Get Started
One partner for setup and everything that follows.
Company Formation & Licensing
Visa & PRO Services
Corporate Bank Account
Corporate Tax Registration
VAT Registration
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Attestation & Translation
AML Compliance
Our Business Setup Process
A clear, guided process — we handle the paperwork at every stage.
Free Consultation
Understand your activity, ownership and visa needs.
Compare & Quote
Compare jurisdictions and receive an itemised quote.
Setup & Licence
We handle approvals, documents and licence issuance.
Visas, Bank & Tax
Visas, bank account and tax registrations completed.
Documents Required
Exact requirements vary by activity — we’ll send you a personalised checklist.
Individual shareholders
- Passport copy of all shareholders
- Passport-size photograph
- UAE visa or entry stamp copy (if applicable)
- Emirates ID copy (UAE residents)
- Proposed trade names (3 options)
- Brief business plan or activity description
Corporate shareholders
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Board resolution to open the UAE entity
- Certificate of good standing
- Passport copy of the appointed manager
Need a Corporate Bank Account?
We shortlist banks that suit your activity and profile, prepare your KYC pack and coordinate meetings — so your account opens without endless back-and-forth.
- Bank shortlist for your profile
- Business plan & KYC preparation
- Meeting coordination & follow-up
Everything After Your Licence, Too
Company Formation & Licensing
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Visa & PRO Services
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Corporate Bank Account Opening
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Corporate Tax Registration
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VAT Registration
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Attestation Services
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Translation Services
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Current Offers
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Popular
Free Zones
That’s not it!
There are Many More Free Zones
Business Setup FAQs
It depends on where you will trade, your visa needs and budget. We compare them for your plan.
Yes in free zones and offshore, and for most mainland activities.
Free zone licences can be issued within days; mainland setups may take longer depending on approvals.
Costs depend on jurisdiction, activity, office and visas. We provide an itemised quote.
Much of the process is remote, but visa steps require you to be in the UAE.
We prepare your file and coordinate with banks. Approval rests with the bank.
Yes. UAE companies, including free zone entities, must register.
Yes. See our current offers on setup and tax services.
We help with visas, banking, tax, accounting, renewals and compliance.
Get Your Business Setup Quote
Share a few details and a consultant will send an itemised quote and setup plan within one business day.
- Itemised, transparent pricing
- Right package for your visas
- No obligation
Prefer email? Write to us at info@optimusbizfin.com
Talk to a Consultant
Tell us your activity, number of shareholders and visas needed — we'll reply with an itemised Business Setup quote and setup plan within one business day.
✉ info@optimusbizfin.com
📍 BC-892122, 26th Floor, Amber Gem Tower, Ajman, UAE
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- Free consultation
- Transparent pricing
- Reply within one business day