01 — Our Solutions
Commercial
Partner
Your company, incorporated and operational — from trade licence to bank account with one accountable Amara lead so you can focus on the business, not the bureaucracy.
- –Setup Consultant
- –PRO Agency
- –Bank Liaison
Incorporated, licensed,
and ready to trade.
Setting up a company in the UAE involves navigating a matrix of authorities — the DED or free zone authority, the Ministry of Economy, immigration and labour departments, the Central Bank for banking, and an array of activity-specific regulators. Each has its own documentation requirements, timelines, and fees.
Commercial Partner covers every step of that process on your behalf. We don't just advise — we plan the route, manage every submission, track each application, and keep momentum across authorities until your business is fully operational.
Free zones across the UAE, each with distinct licensing structures and visa allocations
Emirates, each with its own DED authority, commercial regulations, and licensing fees
Dedicated Amara lead managing your full setup — from first call to first trade
The difference between a company that's registered and a company that's operational is everything that happens in between.
Amara Commercial Partner — Engagement Principle
From first decision
to first transaction.
Jurisdiction & Legal Structure Advisory
Mainland vs. freezone vs. offshore analysis. LLC, sole establishment, branch, or SPV selection. Activity code matching and licence type confirmation tailored to your business model.
Trade Name & Initial Approval
Trade name reservation, initial approval from DED or free zone authority, MOA drafting and notarisation coordination. Three name options prepared and submitted simultaneously.
Trade Licence Acquisition
Commercial, professional, or industrial licence application. Activity permit coordination. Ejari or Tawtheeq commercial tenancy compliance for registered address.
Labour & Immigration Registration
MOHRE establishment card, labour account setup, immigration card, and initial visa allocation for founders and key staff. WPS registration where applicable.
Corporate Bank Account Opening
KYC pack preparation, bank matching by business type and jurisdiction, relationship manager introductions, application coordination, and follow-up until account is active.
Operational Readiness Pack
Compliance calendar, regulatory obligation summary, CT and VAT registration triggers, and warm handover to Financial or Compliance services for ongoing management.
Mainland, freezone,
or offshore.
| Jurisdiction | Best For | Setup Cost (AED) | Key Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai Mainland (DED) | UAE market trading, government contracts, regulated activities | 25,000 – 55,000+ | Dubai Economy & Tourism |
| Abu Dhabi Mainland (ADDED) | Abu Dhabi market, government & semi-gov contracts | 20,000 – 45,000+ | ADDED |
| ADGM | Financial services, family offices, fintech, professional services | 20,000 – 60,000+ | FSRA |
| DIFC | Financial services, asset management, international firms | 30,000 – 80,000+ | DFSA |
| IFZA | Cost-efficient SME freezone, professional services, e-commerce | 8,000 – 20,000 | IFZA Authority |
| DMCC | Commodities, trading, prestige professional services, Dubai address | 20,000 – 50,000+ | DMCC Authority |
| RAKEZ | Low-cost professional services, manufacturing, no UAE customer base | 6,500 – 15,000 | RAKEZ Authority |
| JAFZA / RAK ICC (Offshore) | Holding structures, IP, international investments, asset protection | 8,000 – 20,000 | JAFZA / RAK ICC |
Hour bundles.
Transparent by design.
Scoped, managed,
delivered.
A complimentary 30–45 minute conversation to understand your business activity, ownership structure, visa needs, and timeline. No sales pitch — this is a scoping exercise.
Complimentary · No obligationWithin 3–5 business days we issue a written project guide separating Amara's service fee from itemised government and authority costs. You approve everything before we spend anything.
Issued within 5 business daysOnce scope is confirmed we issue an engagement letter. Document collection begins immediately. Most setups require 5–10 business days for document gathering before submission can begin.
Signed digitally · 24hr turnaroundWe manage every authority, application, and provider interaction on your behalf. Typical mainland LLC: 7–15 working days. Freezone: 3–10 working days.
On licence issuance we issue a structured handover pack: compliance calendar, regulatory obligations, first-year deadlines, and a warm introduction to Financial or Compliance services.
Includes post-setup registration checklistCalculate your estimate costs and fees.
Answer a few questions and see your recommended package build in real time.
No form, no commitment — just clarity in about 2 minutes.
Step 2 of 5 — Team size
How many people will your UAE entity have?
Includes founders on investor visas, employees, and any dependants you'll sponsor.