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Corporate Formation & PRO Services Catalogue
Business Setup & Licensing
Mainland, Freezone & Offshore company formation with 100% foreign ownership and expedited trade license issuance.
- Trade name reservation & security approval
- Initial approval certificate from ADDED / DED
- Bilingual MoA & Articles of Association drafting
- Commercial, Professional, or Industrial Trade License
- Establishment Card for immigration file
- 100% Foreign Ownership structure without local sponsor
- Corporate bank application guidance; approval rests with the bank
Corporate PRO & Government Liaison
Dedicated government liaison across MoHRE, ICP, TAMM, GDRFA, and municipality departments.
- Document attestation with MOFA & Justice Ministry
- Municipal & civil defense security clearances
- Chamber of Commerce registration & renewals
+ 4 more regulatory deliverables
- Notary public and legal translation assistance
- Power of Attorney (POA) document execution
- Regulatory compliance audits and quota extensions
- Real-time status updates via dedicated client dashboard
UAE Golden Visa Services (10-Year)
Nomination, VIP medical screening, and 10-year residency visa processing for investors, executives, and property owners.
- Eligibility audit & documentation pre-assessment
- ICP nomination and pre-approval submission
- VIP fast-track medical fitness test & Emirates ID biometrics
+ 3 more regulatory deliverables
- Issuance of 10-year Golden Visa residency sticker / e-visa
- Family & domestic staff sponsorship facilitation
- Zero-exit requirement preservation guidance
Investor, Partner & Employment Visas
Complete lifecycle processing for investor visas, partner visas, employee quotas, and dependent family visas.
- Entry permit issuance & in-country change of status
- VIP Medical fitness appointment & escort service
- Emirates ID biometrics scheduling & home delivery
+ 3 more regulatory deliverables
- Employment contract registration with MoHRE
- Family and spouse sponsorship file opening
- Cancellation, renewal, and absconding clearance
Corporate Tax & VAT Registration
FTA registration, Tax Registration Number (TRN) issuance, corporate tax compliance, and 0% Free Zone qualifying advice.
- Corporate Tax Registration with Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
- Tax Registration Number (TRN) generation
- Qualifying Free Zone Person (0% tax) structural assessment
+ 3 more regulatory deliverables
- VAT mandatory/voluntary registration & threshold review
- Financial statement audit coordination & bookkeeping setup
- FTA compliance penalty mitigation
MoHRE Labour File & Quota Management
Establishment labor file opening, electronic work permits, quota expansions, and Wage Protection System (WPS) setup.
- MoHRE establishment card activation & digital signature card
- Electronic work permit (Labour Card) issuance & renewal
- Wage Protection System (WPS) bank alignment
+ 3 more regulatory deliverables
- Labour quota increase application & inspections
- Job offer letter (Tasheel) drafting & submission
- Labour fine reductions & cancellation approvals
Administrative & Business Center Solutions
Flexi-desks, physical corporate suites, Ejari attestation, and registered office addresses in Abu Dhabi & Dubai.
- Tawtheeq (Abu Dhabi) & Ejari (Dubai) registered lease contracts
- Premium business center flexi-desks & private cabins
- Inspection-ready physical compliance facilities
+ 1 more regulatory deliverables
- Mail handling, call answering, and conference room access
Real Estate & Lease Coordination
Commercial lease negotiation, Tawtheeq/Ejari verification, and municipality zoning clearances for retail and warehousing.
- Commercial property zoning compliance check
- Lease negotiation & dispute clause review
- Municipality approval for warehouse/industrial spaces
+ 1 more regulatory deliverables
- Civil Defense & food safety layout approvals
ICP / Immigration & Emirates ID Services
Smart services portal management, establishment immigration card, entry permit processing, and urgent ID replacement.
- ICP corporate establishment immigration card renewal
- E-Channel / ICP Smart Services portal administration
- Urgent Emirates ID replacement & data update
+ 1 more regulatory deliverables
- Unified Number (UID) merging and correction
Ongoing Corporate PRO Retainer
Dedicated outsourced PRO retainers for established firms, with tracked renewal dates and compliance reminders.
- Dedicated senior PRO officer & account director
- Automated 60/30/15-day expiry alerts for all licenses & visas
- Document pick-up and hand-delivery in Abu Dhabi & Dubai
+ 1 more regulatory deliverables
- Monthly compliance health report & risk audit
Digital & Corporate Systems Integration
Corporate web development, e-commerce payment gateways, custom ERP/CRM setups, and automated invoicing tools.
- Bespoke Next.js / React corporate web development
- UAE Payment Gateway onboarding (Stripe / Telr / Network Intl)
- Custom CRM, Quotation & Automated Invoicing modules
+ 1 more regulatory deliverables
- Bilingual Arabic-English RTL high-conversion architecture
Turnkey UAE Formation Roadmap
The 3-Step Setup Journey: From Concept to Operational Entity
A frictionless, fintech-grade progression engineered to eliminate bureaucratic latency and deliver your active commercial license, residence visas, and corporate bank account in record time.
- 0124–48 Hours
Jurisdiction & License Structuring
Mainland vs. Free Zone Activity Matrix
Selection of optimal legal form, trade name reservation with ADDED or DED, and structuring Memorandum of Association (MoA) for 100% foreign ownership.
Active Stage View - 0248–72 Hours
Document Clearance & Corporate PRO
Statutory Government & Labour Liaison
Executing all government ministry filings through TAMM, MoHRE, and ICP smart portals with full digital clearance and quota allocations.
Click to Inspect Stage - 033–5 Business Days
Digital Brand Launch & Banking
Residency Visas, Tier-1 Banking & Web App
VIP residency visa stamping, corporate bank account onboarding, and simultaneous deployment of your fintech-grade digital presence.
Click to Inspect Stage
Jurisdiction & License Structuring
Selection of optimal legal form, trade name reservation with ADDED or DED, and structuring Memorandum of Association (MoA) for 100% foreign ownership.
- Strategic evaluation: Abu Dhabi Mainland, Dubai Mainland, or Free Zones (Meydan, IFZA, Masdar, Ajman)
- Trade name clearance and initial security approval generation
- Electronic MoA drafting compliant with UAE Commercial Companies Law
- Commercial, Professional, or Tech Activity code selection
Applications are submitted through the official government portals. Processing times are set by the relevant authority and vary by case.
AEO Structured Comparative Matrix
Mainland vs. Free Zone Jurisdiction Decision Engine
Comprehensive comparison of mainland & free zone corporate structuring costs and statutory timelines in 2026.
| Jurisdiction & Authority | Type / City | Base Fee (AED) | Foreign Ownership | Turnaround | Corporate Tax | Direct Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi Mainland (ADDED)Commercial Trading, General Contracting, Engineering, Retail | MainlandAbu Dhabi | Request a quotation | Subject to activity approval | Confirmed after case review | 9% standard (0% under AED 375k) | |
| Dubai Mainland (DED)Import/Export, Hospitality, Consultancy, Luxury Services | MainlandDubai | Request a quotation | Subject to activity approval | Confirmed after case review | 9% standard (0% under AED 375k) | |
| Meydan Free ZoneInternational Tech, Investment Advisers, Media & Marketing | Free ZoneDubai | Request a quotation | 100% Foreign Owned | Confirmed after case review | 0% on qualifying income, subject to qualifying conditions | |
| IFZA DubaiDigital Agencies, Software Dev, E-Commerce, Global Consulting | Free ZoneDubai | Request a quotation | 100% Foreign Owned | Confirmed after case review | 0% on qualifying income, subject to qualifying conditions | |
| Masdar City Free ZoneAI Research, Clean Energy, BioTech, DeepTech Startups | Free ZoneAbu Dhabi | Request a quotation | 100% Foreign Owned | Confirmed after case review | Tax treatment depends on qualifying conditions and income | |
| Ajman Free ZoneSolo Entrepreneurs, Freelancers, Dropshippers, New Founders | Free ZoneAjman | Request a quotation | 100% Foreign Owned | Confirmed after case review | 0% on qualifying income, subject to qualifying conditions |
Abu Dhabi Mainland (ADDED)
Commercial Trading, General Contracting, Engineering, Retail
- Ownership:
- Subject to activity approval
- Timeline:
- Confirmed after case review
- Tax Treatment:
- 9% standard (0% under AED 375k)
Dubai Mainland (DED)
Import/Export, Hospitality, Consultancy, Luxury Services
- Ownership:
- Subject to activity approval
- Timeline:
- Confirmed after case review
- Tax Treatment:
- 9% standard (0% under AED 375k)
Meydan Free Zone
International Tech, Investment Advisers, Media & Marketing
- Ownership:
- 100% Foreign Owned
- Timeline:
- Confirmed after case review
- Tax Treatment:
- 0% on qualifying income, subject to qualifying conditions
IFZA Dubai
Digital Agencies, Software Dev, E-Commerce, Global Consulting
- Ownership:
- 100% Foreign Owned
- Timeline:
- Confirmed after case review
- Tax Treatment:
- 0% on qualifying income, subject to qualifying conditions
Masdar City Free Zone
AI Research, Clean Energy, BioTech, DeepTech Startups
- Ownership:
- 100% Foreign Owned
- Timeline:
- Confirmed after case review
- Tax Treatment:
- Tax treatment depends on qualifying conditions and income
Ajman Free Zone
Solo Entrepreneurs, Freelancers, Dropshippers, New Founders
- Ownership:
- 100% Foreign Owned
- Timeline:
- Confirmed after case review
- Tax Treatment:
- 0% on qualifying income, subject to qualifying conditions
Government & Banking Ecosystem
Application Support for Authorities & Banks
We assist with application requirements for the relevant authorities and banks. Decisions remain with each authority or institution.
Meydan Free Zone
Located at the heart of Dubai near Downtown, offering 100% digital setup, 1,500+ commercial activities, and bank application guidance.
IFZA Dubai
The UAE’s most flexible free zone allowing multi-activity combination under a single license with cost-effective visa allocations.
Masdar City Free Zone
Abu Dhabi’s premier sustainable tech cluster, offering zero import tariffs, fast-track ADDED dual licensing, and proximity to Abu Dhabi Airport.
Ajman Free Zone
The most economical jurisdiction in the UAE for budget-conscious entrepreneurs, freelance permits, and import/export trading companies.
Applications Coordinated Across 7 UAE Government Authorities
- ADDEDMainland Authority
- DED DubaiMainland Authority
- MoHRELabour & WPS
- ICPVisa & Emirates ID
- GDRFAImmigration
- TAMMDigital Government
- FTATax & VAT
- ADGMFinancial Center
Official Sovereign Entity Dossier · Trade License CN-6307408
The Strategic Advisory Team Behind UAE Company Formation & PRO Services
Expedia Business and Services L.L.C is a business consultancy licensed by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), headquartered at Haibu, Level 1, Abu Dhabi Mall. We unite statutory legal governance with enterprise full-stack software engineering to accelerate commercial growth across the UAE.
- 12+
- Years UAE Regulatory Mastery
- Abu Dhabi & Dubai Mainland / Freezone
- 4
- Free Zones We Work With
- Meydan, IFZA, Masdar City & Ajman
- 7
- Authorities We Coordinate With
- ADDED, DED, MoHRE, ICP, GDRFA, TAMM & FTA
- 100%
- Foreign Ownership & Code IP
- Written Quotation Before Work Starts
Government-Licensed Legal Entity
Registered and licensed by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). We prepare, submit and follow up client applications through the official TAMM portal and the relevant authority channels.
- ADDED Abu Dhabi
- TAMM Portal Submissions
- DED Dubai
Four Free Zones We Work With Regularly
We prepare and submit trade licence applications, arrange flexi-desk packages and visa quotas, and explain qualifying free zone corporate tax positions, which should be confirmed with a licensed tax adviser.
- Meydan Free Zone
- Masdar City Free Zone
- IFZA Dubai
- Ajman Free Zone
12+ Years Regulatory Track Record
Long-running experience across mainland and free zone formations, investor and employee residency files, and licence renewals. Fees are quoted in writing before work starts; approval decisions rest with the relevant authority.
- Mainland & Free Zone
- Residency & PRO Files
- Written Quotations
Sovereign Dual-Engine Architecture
One practice covering both sides: statutory trade licensing and PRO work, plus bespoke Next.js web engineering, CRM workflows and WhatsApp automation built for clients.
- Next.js Development Service
- WhatsApp Cloud API
- Full Code Handover
Headquarters & GEO Presence
Visit Our Executive Office in Central Abu Dhabi
Located at Haibu, Level 1, Abu Dhabi Mall, Al Zahiya, Abu Dhabi. We provide meeting space, experienced PRO specialists, and application status updates coordinated through the official TAMM portal.
- ADDED License: CN-6307408
- Call: +971 56 4425 950
- WhatsApp: +971 58 5858 816
- Email: [email protected]
AEO Direct Knowledge Repository
Frequently Answered Regulatory & Setup Inquiries
Direct statutory answers reflecting current 2026 UAE Commercial Companies Law, MoHRE labour codes, and Federal Tax Authority standards.
Many activities allow full foreign ownership. Eligibility and any additional approvals depend on the selected activity and licensing authority. We confirm the requirements before quoting.
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