United Arab Emirates

A free zone company can be set up in around 5-10 working days; mainland setups take a little longer. It depends on the activity, visas and the authority.

Cost covers the free zone or mainland licence, Cosmos's fixed setup fee, any visas, an office or flexi-desk, and annual renewals. Starting from $362 a month. We quote a fixed fee upfront.

Yes. Free zones allow 100% foreign ownership, and 100% ownership is now available for most mainland activities too. Owners and directors can be non-resident.

You need a registered address (a flexi-desk or office, provided in free zones). A local sponsor is no longer required for free zone entities or most mainland activities.

Corporate tax is 9% on profits above AED 375,000, with a 0% rate for qualifying free zone persons on qualifying income (Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025). VAT is 5%. There is no personal income tax.

Corporate tax registration and an annual return, VAT returns if registered, economic substance and UBO filings where they apply, and licence renewal.

A Free Zone Company or a mainland LLC, chosen to match your activity and market.

Founders relocating, regional headquarters, holding and trading companies, and owners who want residency through a Golden Visa.

Free zones suit holding, services and international trade, with 100% ownership and simple setup; mainland suits selling directly within the UAE market. We help you choose based on where your customers are.