Mainland formation, start to finish
Name reservation, initial approval, MOA drafting and DED trade licence issuance managed as one sequence.
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Mainland Company Formation
Name reservation, initial approval, MOA drafting, Ejari and DED trade licence issuance.
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How this service works
A mainland trade licence allows direct trading anywhere in the UAE without the restrictions that apply to some free zone activities, which makes it the right structure for businesses that need to contract broadly across the local market rather than from a single free zone base.
We manage name reservation, initial approval, MOA drafting, Ejari for your office lease, and DED trade licence issuance as one continuous sequence, rather than a series of separate errands you have to coordinate yourself.
Businesses planning to serve government or mainland corporate clients directly, retail operations needing a physical UAE-wide presence, and companies outgrowing a free zone restriction all choose this route.
How the file moves
- We confirm the objective, list the documents required and quote government and service fees in writing.
- Your consultant prepares, types and submits the file, then follows it through each approval stage.
- You receive the outcome document, a copy for your records and a reminder before any renewal falls due.
Why clients use this desk
Free zone comparison, not a default
We compare relevant free zones against your activity and cost profile instead of routing every client to the same package.
Renewals never lapse
Trade licence renewal reminders and document collection are scheduled well ahead of the expiry date.
Protected sponsor arrangements
Local service agent and nominee arrangements are documented with side agreements that protect your operational control.
Frequently asked questions
How long does mainland company formation usually take?
A straightforward mainland formation can often be completed within one to two weeks once activity and shareholding are confirmed. Specific approvals for regulated activities generally extend that timeline.
Do I need a physical office for a mainland licence?
Most mainland activities require a registered office lease, which we arrange and register through Ejari as part of the formation sequence.
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