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Calculate The Cost Of Your UAE Business Setup

Answer a few quick questions and a MakeMy‑Business expert will prepare a custom proposal with the right jurisdiction, license type, and package for your business.

80,000+ businesses launched since 2009
60+ free zones & mainland options
Transparent pricing — no hidden fees, ever
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What type of business are you setting up?

Choose the category that best describes your business activity.

Consulting & Professional Services

Consulting, Recruitment, Business Accelerator

Technology & IT

Technology, Telecommunications, Communications

E-Commerce & Retail

E-commerce, Retail, Apparel, Electronics

Trading & Import/Export

Shipping, Machinery, Chemicals, Manufacturing

Food & Hospitality

Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Recreation

Construction & Real Estate

Construction, Engineering, Environmental

Marketing, Media & Entertainment

Marketing, Media, Entertainment, Publishing

Finance & Investment

Finance, Banking, Private Equity, Insurance

Healthcare & Sciences

Healthcare, Biotechnology, Education

Web3, Crypto & Blockchain

Web3/Crypto, Energy, Utilities

Other / Not Sure

Tell us what you do and we'll find the right license

Tell us about your setup

What is your main reason for setting up a company in the UAE?

New company formation
Expansion plan (ie. new branch or franchise)
Company relocation
Visa purposes only
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What type of office space do you need?

Depending on the nature of your business, will you need a flexi-desk, a co-working space or an entire office space? This is an important factor in calculating your total setup cost.

Virtual Office

Work from anywhere — lightest cost

Physical Office

Dedicated private office space

Shop Front

Retail or customer-facing space

Business Centre

Shared workspace and meeting rooms

Warehouse

Industrial or storage space

Location & Timeline

These details shape your proposal — jurisdiction, residency, and when you'd like to start.

Free Zone

International clients, e-commerce, consulting, tech

Mainland

Local UAE market, government contracts, retail

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17 Years of Excellence

Market Leader

4+ Years of
Excellence

MakeMy‑Business is the most trusted setup specialist in the region, helping over 80,000 entrepreneurs launch their companies. We built the framework that others follow.

8,000+ Businesses Entrepreneurs
10+ Years in the UAE
60+ Free Zones & Mainland Jurisdictions
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Priority Bank Account Opening

Banking Partners

Priority Bank Account
Opening

MakeMy‑Business has exclusive partnerships with top UAE banks to ensure your corporate account is opened smoothly. Skip the queue and get trading faster.

Guaranteed Support

Our banking team pre-vets your application to minimize rejection risk.

Pre-Approval Options

Select banks offer instant account numbers upon license issuance.

Simple 3-Step Process

From vision to venture in record time

MakeMy‑Business strips away the complexity. No jargon, no hidden steps, just a clear path
to getting your business running in the UAE.

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Free Consultation

Start with a 15-minute discovery call with a MakeMy‑Business advisor. We'll understand your needs, recommend the best jurisdiction (Free Zone vs Mainland), and answer all questions about costs and timelines.

  • Authorized Partner Analysis
  • Cost Savings Assessment

Discovery Call

Typically within 24 hours

  • Review your business needs
  • Compare jurisdiction options
  • Get your cost breakdown

Application Processing

  • Documents submitted
  • License application filed
  • Government approval
  • Trade license issued
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We Handle Everything

Sit back while the MakeMy‑Business team prepares your application, liaises with government authorities, manages visa quotas, and ensures all compliance documents are perfect.

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Open for Business

Your license is issued, visas are stamped, and your corporate bank account is ready. MakeMy‑Business ensures your complete setup is in place so you can start invoicing right away.

Open for Business

License Issued

Ready to trade.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about setting up your business in the UAE with MakeMy‑Business.

Most free zone companies can be set up within 3–7 working days. Mainland companies typically take 1–2 weeks depending on the license type and government queue times. With MakeMy‑Business priority processing, we minimise delays at every step.
A Free Zone company is ideal for international trading, consulting, and e-commerce — offering 100% foreign ownership and zero import/export duties. A Mainland company can trade directly within the UAE local market and take on government contracts, but requires a local service agent for some activities.
Costs vary by jurisdiction and license type. Free zone packages typically start from AED 12,000–15,000 per year. Mainland licenses generally start from AED 15,000–20,000. Use the MakeMy‑Business calculator above to get a personalised estimate based on your specific business activity and requirements.
No — MakeMy‑Business supports 100% remote setup for most free zones. You can complete the entire process from abroad, with documents submitted and signed digitally. For visa stamping and bank account opening, a visit to the UAE is usually required, though some banks offer remote account opening for certain nationalities.
Yes. Every UAE trade license comes with a visa quota. As the owner/shareholder, you can sponsor yourself for a 2–3 year renewable investor visa. MakeMy‑Business also helps you sponsor employees and dependants (spouse, children, parents) based on your visa allocation.
To start, you typically need: a valid passport copy, a passport-sized photograph, and a completed application form. Additional documents (business plan, NOC, bank statements) may be required depending on the activity and jurisdiction. The MakeMy‑Business team will provide a full checklist specific to your setup.