UAE Business Setup · A Decade of Expertise

Launch Your UAE Company With Confidence

From mainland and free zone formation to visas, accounting, and PRO services — Marhaban Group manages your entire business setup journey end to end.

Core Values

Our Story, Mission & Core Beliefs

Based in Business Bay, Dubai, Marhaban Group has spent over a decade turning entrepreneurial dreams into reality — handling the legal complexities so founders can focus on building.

Proven Expertise

End-to-end guidance across mainland, free zone, and offshore setups.

10+ Years Experience

A decade helping founders launch and grow across the UAE.

Marhaban Group Business Setup Advisors in Dubai

Why Choose Marhaban Group?

Expertise & Experience

Expertise & Experience

With over a decade of hands-on experience, Marhaban Group has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs establish and grow their businesses across the UAE.

Our deep understanding of local regulations, jurisdictions, and government processes ensures your company is built on the strongest possible foundation.

How It Works

4 Simple Steps for Business Setup in Dubai

From first consultation to a licensed, operating company — here's what the journey looks like.

1

Free Consultation

We assess your business goals and recommend the right jurisdiction and structure.

2

Documentation

We prepare and file all required documents with the relevant authorities.

3

Licensing & Registration

Your trade license, visas, and bank account are processed end-to-end.

4

Launch

You receive your license and supporting documents — ready to trade.

Industries

Sector Expertise Across the UAE's Key Markets

We bring hands-on experience across the industries that drive the UAE economy — structuring every setup around how your sector actually operates.

Trading

General trading, import/export, and multi-commodity operators — from DMCC and JAFZA-registered exporters to distribution networks across UAE and global markets.

Real Estate

Developers, brokerages, and property-holding structures set up in line with DLD, RERA, and free zone requirements.

E-commerce

D2C brands, marketplace operators, and digital-payment platforms licensed across IFZA, Meydan, and the mainland.

IT & Tech

SaaS platforms, fintech operators, and software firms established across DIFC, ADGM, DTEC, and mainland UAE.

Financial Services

Asset managers, family offices, holding structures, insurance intermediaries, and payment service providers.

Professional Services

Consultancies, advisory boutiques, law firms, marketing agencies, and management-consulting groups.

Tourism & Hospitality

Hotel groups, F&B operators, restaurant chains, cloud kitchens, and inbound-tourism businesses across the UAE.

Healthcare

Clinics, polyclinics, hospital groups, medical-device distributors, and health-tech platforms licensed with DHA, MOH, and DOH.

Client Stories

Trusted by Founders Across the UAE

“Marhaban Group made our mainland licensing process seamless. They anticipated every requirement before we even asked and kept us informed at every stage.”

Ahmed Al Farsi

Founder · Farsi Trading LLC

“We compared several consultancies before choosing Marhaban Group, and it was the right call — their free zone recommendation saved us significant setup and renewal costs.”

Sarah Thompson

Managing Director · Thompson Consulting FZE

“Their PRO team handled our visa processing faster than we expected, and the accounting support has kept us fully compliant since day one.”

Rajesh Nair

CEO · Nair Technical Services

Common Questions

Answers to the Questions We Hear Most.

If your question is not covered here, our advisory team responds within one business day.

We handle mainland limited liability companies, all major free zone jurisdictions — DIFC, ADGM, DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, and 40+ others — and offshore structures in RAK ICC and JAFZA. Our team advises on the right structure based on your activity, ownership requirements, and banking needs.
Mainland companies can trade directly in the UAE market and hold government contracts. Free zones offer 100% foreign ownership and sector-specific licences but restrict direct mainland trading without a local distributor. Offshore structures are used for holding, asset protection, and international contracting — they cannot operate commercially in the UAE.
Most mainland LLCs are incorporated within 7–14 working days. Free zone formations typically complete in 3–7 working days. Bank account approvals vary by institution — we coordinate all submissions in parallel to minimise total elapsed time.
Yes. For most free zone jurisdictions, the full formation can be completed remotely through notarised and apostilled documents. Certain mainland activities and some bank account openings may require a brief in-person visit, which our team coordinates to minimise disruption to your schedule.
Our engagements are structured as ongoing advisory relationships, not one-time transactions. Post-formation, we provide corporate tax compliance, VAT filing, annual audit, visa processing, and corporate secretarial services — all under one engagement team.
UAE Corporate Tax at 9% applies to taxable income above AED 375,000 for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. Free zone qualifying income may remain at 0% subject to substance requirements. VAT at 5% applies to most commercial activities. Our tax team advises on registration, filing cadence, and structuring for full compliance.

Free Cost Calculator

What Will Your UAE Company Actually Cost?

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