UAE Company Formation — TFZ
Set up in the UAE,
the right way
TFZ structures, licenses and launches your company end to end.
Setting up a company in the UAE typically takes between three and ten working days, and the structure you choose at the start — mainland, free zone or offshore — will shape your taxes, banking, visas and ability to trade for years to come. We help founders and international businesses choose the right structure and handle the entire formation process end to end.
Time to trade license
Mainland, Free Zone or Offshore?
Licensed by the Department of Economic Development, a mainland company can trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government contracts and open branches freely. Since the ownership reforms, most activities allow 100% foreign ownership with no local partner required.
Full foreign ownership, streamlined setup, and — if you qualify — access to the 0% corporate tax rate for Qualifying Free Zone Persons. With 40+ free zones, from DMCC and IFZA to DIFC and ADGM, picking the right one matters as much as the route itself.
Used for holding assets, international trading and structuring, rather than doing business inside the UAE. A common choice for founders consolidating ownership across markets.
Our advisory-first approach means we don't sell you a package — we map your activity, target markets, visa needs and tax position first, then recommend the jurisdiction that actually fits.
What TFZ Handles for You
Trade name & initial approval
Reservation and first sign-off from the relevant authority.
Memorandum of Association
Drafted to match your ownership and activity correctly.
Licensing
Filed with the relevant free zone or mainland authority.
Registered address & Ejari
Set up where required for your structure and jurisdiction.
Immigration card & establishment file
Opened so visas can move as soon as you need them.
Tax & VAT registration
Guidance on corporate tax and VAT once you're licensed.
Need a corporate bank account, visas or an office? We run those in parallel so nothing holds up your launch.
How Much Does It Cost?
Costs depend on the jurisdiction, activity and number of visas. Free zone packages can start from a few thousand dirhams a year, while mainland licenses vary by activity and emirate.
As advisors rather than a licensing reseller, we give you a transparent, itemised quote with government fees separated from professional fees — so you always know exactly what you're paying for.
We're a corporate structuring and advisory firm, not a volume licensing shop. Your setup is designed around substance, banking and tax outcomes — not just the cheapest license. We tell you honestly when a free zone doesn't fit, when mainland will serve you better, and how to structure today so you don't pay for a restructure later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about UAE company formation.
Ready to start?
Book a free structuring consultation and get a clear, honest recommendation.