Mainland Registration:

• Requirements:
  • Local sponsor (51% local ownership).
  • Office space (mandatory for the trade license).
  • Business activity approval from the Department of Economic Development (DED).
• Costs:
  • Varies based on business activity, office location, and sponsor fees. Generally ranges from AED 15,000 to AED 50,000.

Freezone Registration:

• Requirements:
  • No need for a local sponsor (100% foreign ownership allowed).
  • Office space within the Freezone (varies based on the Freezone authority).
  • Business activity approval from the respective Freezone authority.
• Costs:
  • Varies widely by Freezone. Costs generally range from AED 10,000 to AED 30,000.

Immigration Casa provides company registration services in the UAE, GCC countries, the UK, and the EU. 

• UAE/GCC:

  • Requirements: Business activity approval, office space, local sponsor (Mainland), or Freezone authority approval.
  • Documents: Passport copy, residence visa, business plan, NOC (if applicable).

• UK:

  • Requirements: Registered office address in the UK, at least one director, and one shareholder.
  • Documents: Proof of identity (passport), proof of address, and company name.

• EU:

  • Requirements: Varies by country, generally requires a registered office, at least one director, and one shareholder.
  • Documents: Passport copy, proof of address, and business plan.

• UAE/GCC:

  • Passport copies of shareholders and directors.
  • Proof of address.
  • Business plan.
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the sponsor (if applicable).
  • Legal documents like MOA/AOA.

• UK/EU:

  • Passport copies of shareholders and directors.
  • Proof of address.
  • Business plan.
  • Proof of capital (for some EU countries).

• UAE Mainland/Freezone:
  • Generally takes 2-4 weeks for Mainland and 1-2 weeks for Freezone.
• UK:
  • Typically takes 1-3 weeks.
• EU:
  • Varies by country, generally 2-4 weeks.

The number of business activities allowed depends on the jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions allow only one, while others may allow up to five activities under one trade license. Certain activities, such as real estate or precious metals trading, may require special approvals and cannot be mixed with other activities.

• Online Banking:
  • Fully digital.
  • Can be accessed anytime, anywhere.
  • Generally has lower fees and faster setup.
• Traditional Bank Account:
  • Physical bank branches.
  • Offers personal interaction with bankers.
  • May require in-person visits for some transactions.

New Visa Application:

• • Passport copy.
  • Passport-sized photos.
  • Medical fitness test results.
  • Emirates ID application form.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Employment contract (if applicable).
• Timeframe: 4 to 6 weeks.

• Copy of the current trade license.
• Lease agreement for the office space.
• Audit report (if applicable).
• Passport copies of shareholders.
• NOC from relevant authorities (if applicable).

Yes, it is mandatory if your company meets the criteria set by the government for Corporate Tax and VAT registration. The criteria generally include reaching a certain revenue threshold and engaging in taxable activities.

To liquidate or sell your company:

• Submit a notice of liquidation/sale to the relevant authority.
• Publish the liquidation notice in a local newspaper.
• Settle all outstanding debts and liabilities.
• Cancel visas and licenses.
• Close bank accounts.
• Obtain a final liquidation certificate.