Mainland Company Formation in Dubai: The 2024 Guide

<h2>Why Choose Mainland Dubai?</h2><p>A Dubai mainland company allows you to trade freely throughout the UAE and internationally, bid for government contracts, open unlimited branches, and serve any customer — individual, corporate, or government — without restriction.</p><h2>Legal Structures Available</h2><p><strong>LLC (Limited Liability Company):</strong> The most popular structure, minimum 2 shareholders, maximum 50. Now allows 100% foreign ownership.<br><strong>Sole Establishment:</strong> Ideal for professionals, 100% owned by one individual.<br><strong>Civil Company:</strong> For professional partnerships (doctors, lawyers, engineers).<br><strong>Branch of Foreign Company:</strong> Extension of a parent company registered abroad.</p><h2>The DED Application Process</h2><ol><li>Trade name reservation (DED portal)</li><li>Initial approval</li><li>MOA drafting and notarization</li><li>Office lease and Ejari registration</li><li>DED license issuance</li><li>Chamber of Commerce registration (optional)</li><li>Immigration card and visa processing</li></ol>