LLC, Free Zone & Offshore

Register your company in as little as 3 working days, subject to setup type and approvals. 100% foreign ownership options available.

100%

Foreign Ownership

Zero

Personal Tax

Visa

Options Available

Fast

Setup

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100%

Foreign Ownership

Zero

Personal Tax

Visa

Options Available

Fast

Setup

Mainland LLC

Best for businesses that want to trade directly in the UAE mainland market.

Free Zone Company

Best for entrepreneurs, startups, and international businesses looking for a flexible UAE setup.

Offshore Company

Best for holding, international structuring, and asset ownership purposes.

Choosing the right structure depends on how you plan to operate, where you want to trade, and what level of flexibility your business needs.

Comparison Point
LLC
Free Zone Company
Branch Office
Min Shareholders
1+
1+, depending on free zone legal form
Parent company required
Foreign Ownership %
Up to 100%, activity-dependent
100%
Parent-owned, approval-dependent
Office Needed?
Yes
Package-dependent
Yes
Can Trade in Mainland?
Yes
Regulated, not always direct
Yes, subject to licensing and approvals
Best For
Direct UAE market operations and local contracts
International operations, lean setup, and flexible ownership
Existing companies expanding into the UAE

Prepare the key documents early to keep your company formation process moving smoothly.

Passport copy for all shareholders

MoA / shareholder agreement, for LLC structures

Business activity description

NOC, if requested or applicable

Proposed company name, ideally 3 options

A clear process from structure selection to license issuance.

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Not sure whether you need an LLC, free zone company, offshore company, branch office, or civil company?

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