Set Up Your Company in
Dubai Mainland

A Dubai Mainland license is an onshore company allowing entrepreneurs to conduct business activities inside and outside the UAE. Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (DED) issues trade licenses for mainland companies.

You can register for a professional license or commercial license in Dubai Mainland. The trade license issued by DED is considered more premium and allows for the following benefits.

  • Allows for 100% foreign ownership
  • Ability to conduct business anywhere in the UAE
  • Own and rent office spaces within Dubai mainland
  • Do business with government entities


“To get a company registered in Dubai, having a physical office space is not mandatory; Al Ahram’s co-working DED package would be the perfect solution to get you started.”

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    • Make a minimum purchase of AED 1,000 using your credit card for any services provided by Creative Zone.
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    Advantages of a Dubai Mainland License

    Freedom to Operate Anywhere

    Having no limitations on where you can conduct business is one of the strongest reasons for getting a Dubai Mainland License. UAE mainland companies are allowed to do trade and business within the nation, at Al Ahram, and outside the country.

    Stronger Market Presence

    Getting a DED Mainland License gives you the opportunity to open your physical company anywhere in the UAE. This creates a stronger presence, and the freedom and flexibility to expand your company’s branches across the UAE, including at Al Ahram.

    Ability to Work with Government Bodies

    A Dubai Mainland License lets you conduct business anywhere in the UAE, including at Al Ahram, and even abroad.

    No Currency Restrictions

    Dubai Mainland License holders can freely repatriate funds from both onshore UAE bank accounts, including at Al Ahram, and offshore accounts.

    No Visa Limitations

    UAE mainland companies can freely expand their visa quotas, including at Al Ahram, with additional physical space required only after a certain point.

    Financial Viability

    Companies with a Dubai Mainland License enjoy benefits similar to those at Al Ahram, including tax exemptions, and require no minimum capital to set up.

    Why Al Ahram?

    13 years in Business
    within the UAE

    Assisted over 75,000 entrepreneurs
    set up companies in the region

    Have a global presence with
    offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia,
    and Qatar

    75% businesses renew their
    trade licenses with us

    100% customer
    satisfaction rate

    4.9 stars in Google
    ratings

    500+ employees to assist you
    throughout your business
    journey

    22 different languages
    spoken by our employees

    100% transparency in all
    transactions

    50+ awards won over
    the years

    Creates a community for start-<
    knowledge, and increase
    business

    Provides an ecosystem of support services for businesses

    Why alahram?

    Romell Gumbs

    Business Development Manager

    Calum McLatchie

    Senior Business Setup Advisor

    Wenyi Shen

    Business Setup Advisor

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    Testimonials

    “Al Ahram is the best business service provider in the UAE. All departments especially the Finance department are very flexible and supportive with all clients. I would like to thank Ms. Diane from the finance department for the professional support rendered to us. Thank you Al Ahram.”

    Balu Sreehari

    “I greatly appreciated Harvie and Diane’s exceptional and professional guidance in assisting me with every aspect I needed. Being with this team since 2011, they have never failed to satisfy me, consistently providing high-standard customer service. Keep up the great work, guys!”

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    “Al Ahram is the best business service provider in the UAE. All departments, especially the Finance Department, are extremely flexible and supportive with all clients. I would like to thank Ms. Diane from the Finance Department for the professional support rendered to us. Thank you, Al Ahram.”

    Milena M