Mainland
For a business with a local presence.
Explore the licences and approvals for serving customers and operating within the UAE.
Let’s explore itYour business.
A whole new
possibility.
Set up in the UAE with Crevaty’s UK and Dubai teams. We’ll help you choose the right structure and get your business moving.
Let’s talk UAE company set-up Find your starting point
Big ambitions.
Local know-how.
From independent ventures to growing companies, your next move deserves people who know the place. Our Dubai team handles the local detail, working alongside your UK advisers.
Company set-up, banking support and tax advice — brought together around your plans.
Talk to us about your UAE plans
We’ll take care
of the detail.
You bring the ambition. We help with the practicalities.
Company formation
Choose your jurisdiction, legal structure and business activities, with help preparing and submitting your incorporation documents.
Licences & visas
Guidance on trade licences, renewals and the application requirements for owner and employee visas.
Business banking
Support with your business profile, supporting documents and bank application, with clear expectations at each stage.
Accounting & tax
Bookkeeping, VAT and Corporate Tax support, plus reporting and e-invoicing readiness as your business develops.
Start with
a conversation.
Tell us what you do and where you want to go. We’ll map out your options, costs and next steps, with your UK and UAE position considered together.
Arrange a free consultation- 01
Your plans
Who you’ll work with. Where you’ll operate.
- 02
Your route
The right structure, scope and costs.
- 03
Your launch
Formation and support for what comes next.
A few things you might be wondering.
01Where should I start?+
Start with a conversation about what your business does, where your customers are and whether you plan to relocate. We’ll help you compare suitable jurisdictions and licences, then outline the documents, costs and next steps.
02Should I choose mainland or a free zone?+
That depends on your activities, customers, premises and visa requirements. We compare the options with you, including any additional permissions needed for your intended trading activities. There is no single structure that suits every business.
03Can you help with banking and visas?+
Yes. Our Dubai team supports the documentation and application process for business banking and owner or employee visas. Banks and the relevant authorities make the final decisions; approval and timing depend on their requirements.
04How much does company set-up cost?+
Costs depend on the jurisdiction, licence, business activity, workspace and number of visas. After discussing your plans, we’ll outline our scope and fees alongside the relevant authority and third-party costs, including ongoing renewals.
05How long will it take?+
The timeline depends on your chosen jurisdiction, the approvals needed and how quickly documents are available. Company formation, visas and a bank account have separate processes. We’ll explain the expected stages for your specific application.
06Can you look after the company once it is set up?+
Yes. We can support bookkeeping, management accounts, UAE VAT and Corporate Tax registration and filings, as applicable, plus licence renewals and ongoing business support. We agree the services you need before work begins.
