UAE Mainland
A Dubai Mainland license is an onshore organization that enables business owners
to carry out operations both inside and outside of the UAE. The Department of
Economic Development (DED) of Dubai issues the trading permits to mainland
companies. In Dubai Mainland, you can register for a professional or business
license. The DED trade license is regarded as more valuable and offers the following
benefits.
UAE Mainland Features
Deal with governmental organizations
Permits foreign ownership of 100 percent
Ability to conduct business anywhere in UAE
Own and lease office space in mainland Dubai
A firm may scale up much more easily if extra visas are added to the trade license
Minimal limit on nationality while applying for a commercial license
Opening bank accounts is made simpler, especially with reputable banks.
Activities
Restaurants, cafes, bars and food related establishments
Buying and selling of all physical products and commodities
Clinics, hospitals and pharmacies
Freedom to trade goods without restrictions
Managing functions, exhibitions and events for public and private clients
Manufacturing of products with raw materials and their sales and distribution
To get a professional trade license, company owners who want to start an enterprise based on their skills must submit their degrees. Their qualifications are scrutinized along with their work history and in some circumstances exams before they are given the go-ahead to begin offering their services. Engineering, design, and architecture consulting firms, healthcare providers, and other businesses fall under this category.
There are several business activities for which you require specific permits and authorization from ministries other than DED in order to do them in mainland Dubai. To safeguard the economic or physical safety of the public who may use these firms, these are particular operations that need supplementary authorization. Before approving these unique commercial operations, the relevant government agencies would do a careful due diligence. Examples of this include the healthcare industry, where business owners must get Dubai Health Authority's clearance. Similar to this, financial institutions like banks will need a certification of permission from the Central Bank. Other examples of these types of businesses are tourism-related businesses, vehicle rental agencies, cafés, and gyms.
Advantages
No Visa Limitations
When it comes to increasing their visa limits under a business license,
mainland UAE companies are not subject to any restrictions. After a certain
point, extra physical space might be needed, but scaling a company is much
simpler.
No currency Restrictions
The Dubai Mainland License has no limits on currencies. Bank accounts in
the UAE, whether they are offshore or onshore, may be fully repatriated by
companies.
Stronger Market Presence
Obtaining a DED Mainland License enables you to establish a physical
company anywhere in the UAE. As a result, your company has a greater
presence and more freedom and flexibility to open new branches around the
UAE.
Freedom to operate anywhere
One of the most compelling arguments in favor of obtaining a Dubai Mainland
License is having no restrictions on where you may conduct business. UAE
mainland businesses are permitted to do trade and commerce both inside and
outside of the country, as well as in any free zones.
Ability to work with Government Bodies
Government contracts may be used by companies holding Mainland Licenses.
You have the option to submit a bid on high-risk, high-return projects since
the UAE government routinely seeks specialized contractors for multimilliondollar projects.
Financial Viability
Companies having a Dubai Mainland License are entitled to the same
advantages as those with a Free Zone License. The exclusion of paying taxes
falls under this. It is also extremely significant to remember that establishing
a company under a Dubai Mainland License is not subject to any minimum
capital requirements.
