Mainland & Free Zone business setup across all Emirates with end‑to‑end support for licensing, visas, PRO and bank account assistance.
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Set up your company under mainland authorities across all Emirates with proper activity selection and approvals.
Trade name reservation and initial approvals
Activity selection and license issuance
Documentation drafting and submission
Investor & employment visas
PRO services and government liaison
Commercial License
Professional License
Industrial License
Choose from UAE free zones across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Northern Emirates with the right activity-fit and visa package.
Dubai | Abu Dhabi | Sharjah | Ajman | RAK | Fujairah | UAQ
Best free zone for your business activity
Visa quota and package structure
Flexi desk vs office vs warehouse
Documentation readiness for banking
We help you structure correctly based on requirements that apply to your business model and jurisdiction.
DMCC – Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
IFZA – International Free Zone Authority
DIFC – Dubai International Financial Centre
Meydan Free Zone – Meydan Free Zone (Dubai)
JAFZA – Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority
Ajman Free Zone – Ajman Free Zone Authority
RAKEZ – Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone
Fujairah Free Zone – Fujairah Free Zone Authority
ADGM – Abu Dhabi Global Market
KIZAD – Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi
SHAMS – Sharjah Media City
SAIF Zone – Sharjah Airport International Free Zone
We manage the government procedures while you focus on growth.
Investor visa processing
Employment visas
Immigration and labor approvals
Medical, Emirates ID & stamping coordination
Renewals and amendments
Document attestation support
At Capital Zone, we are dedicated to driving economic growth and fostering international investment in Dubai. Our mission is to create an environment that attracts global investors, enabling them to thrive within Dubai’s dynamic and business-friendly landscape.
We don’t just register companies we guide investors and founders with a full ecosystem of experts, authority relationships, banking support, and regulatory understanding.
Our experts have been active in the UAE market for over 20 years giving you insight-led recommendations based on real outcomes, not templates.
We bring together a full support ecosystem:
Accountants & Auditors
Market Analysts & Business Analysts
Business Consultants & PRO Specialists
Compliance Officers
Media & SEO Professionals
This blend helps you identify the best setup opportunity, not just the fastest registration.
We maintain relationships with a wide range of UAE free zone and mainland authorities — helping streamline approvals and improve execution.
Our banking support team helps prepare documentation and readiness for business bank account opening (final approval depends on bank compliance).
We support investors and companies with commercial real estate advisory to improve long-term visibility and strategic investment planning.
Our compliance team is equipped with regulations and frameworks including:
goAML (AML reporting framework)
VARA (Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority – Dubai)
DFSA (DIFC)
FSRA (ADGM)
CBUAE (Central Bank of the UAE)
FTA (Federal Tax Authority)
MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation)
SCA (Securities & Commodities Authority)
ESR (Economic Substance Regulations)
UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner requirements)
and other authority-specific rules that may apply depending on your structure and activity.
We evaluate activity, visas, emirate preference, and operational model.
We shortlist options and explain trade-offs clearly.
We manage documentation, submission and approvals.
We support visas and bank account readiness documentation.
Clear copy of Passport
UAE Visa page (if applicable)
Emirates ID (front and back, if applicable)
Residential address
Email address
Mobile number
Business activities (detailed description)
Proposed share capital amount
Shareholding structure (percentage of each shareholder)
Name of the authorized signatory
Source of funds / source of wealth declaration
Passport-size photograph
CV of the appointed Manager
Business plan (for regulated activities)
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current sponsor (if applicable)
Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) declaration
Board Resolution (if shareholder is a corporate entity)
Yes immigration, labor approvals, stamping coordination, renewals and more.
We support documentation and readiness; final approval depends on bank compliance.
Requirements depend on the chosen authority and activity.
Yes renewals, partner changes, activity additions, and ongoing PRO support.
Yes, foreign investors can start a company in the UAE in mainland or free zones, subject to the chosen business activity and authority regulations. Ownership structures vary depending on the license type and jurisdiction.
A trade license is the official authorization issued by a UAE authority that allows a company to legally conduct specific business activities. The license type depends on whether the activity is commercial, professional, industrial, or specialized.
The main types include:
Commercial License
Professional License
Industrial License
E-commerce License
Media or Specialized Activity Licenses
The right license depends on your business activity.
Minimum capital requirements vary depending on the authority and business activity. Some jurisdictions do not require paid-up capital upfront, while others may specify capital structures.
Yes, activity amendments are generally possible depending on authority regulations. Additional approvals or fees may apply based on the new activity.
An LLC is typically registered under mainland authorities, while a free zone company is registered under a specific free zone authority. Each structure has different operational scope and regulatory frameworks.
Many authorities allow multiple related activities under one license, subject to approval and category grouping rules.
Most trade licenses are issued for one year and must be renewed annually. Some authorities may offer multi-year options depending on policy.
Sponsor requirements depend on the business activity and regulatory framework in place. Ownership structures vary based on current commercial regulations.
Yes, e-commerce and digital business activities can be registered under mainland or free zone authorities depending on your operational model.
Corporate tax applicability depends on business activity, revenue thresholds and regulatory classification under UAE tax regulations.
DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) and ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) are financial free zones with independent regulatory frameworks, including financial services supervision.
The Central Bank regulates financial institutions, banking activities, and certain regulated business sectors in the UAE.
MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation) approval may be required for employment-related processes under mainland structures.
Yes, companies can maintain multiple corporate bank accounts subject to bank approval and compliance policies.
A company can be registered without an immediate bank account, but operational activities typically require one.
Banks typically require company incorporation documents, shareholder documents, business activity details and compliance information.
The best emirate depends on your business activity, target market, cost structure and office requirements.
Dubai offers strong infrastructure and international visibility, but the right emirate depends on your business objectives.
Migration between jurisdictions may be possible but depends on authority policies and regulatory approvals.
Investor residency options depend on company structure, visa allocation and immigration requirements.
Yes, expansion or branch registration may be possible depending on licensing rules.
Conversion or restructuring may be possible depending on authority policies and regulatory requirements.
Yes, companies can lease commercial office space subject to authority and landlord requirements.
In some jurisdictions, visa allocation may depend on office size or package structure.
Certain setups may allow remote initiation, but physical presence may be required for specific steps such as visa processing.
Yes, subject to licensing regulations and authority policies.
