Business Setup Services in UAE
Start your business in the UAE with complete support — from licensing to visa processing and corporate structuring. Mainland, Free Zone and Offshore, handled end to end.
UAE Business Setup — done right, end to end
Choosing where and how to incorporate is the most important decision you will make as a founder in the UAE. The Catalyst guides you through mainland, free zone and offshore options, matching the right jurisdiction, licence and visa allocation to your activity, budget and growth plans — then handling the paperwork so you can focus on trading.
Why choose The Catalyst
- Fast, transparent setup process
- Government liaison & PRO support
- A dedicated consultant from day one
- Transparent, all-inclusive pricing
- End-to-end compliance handled for you
Our Business Setup services
A complete scope, tailored to your business — nothing left for you to chase.
Mainland Company Formation
Trade freely across the UAE and win government contracts with a Department of Economy licence. We advise on activity selection, local service agents and 100% foreign-ownership eligibility.
- Professional License
- Commercial License
- Industrial License
- E-commerce License
- Mainland company setup in Dubai
Free Zone Company Formation
Zero corporate tax thresholds, full repatriation and streamlined licensing across the UAE’s leading free zones. We match your activity to the most cost-effective zone.
- IFZA
- Meydan Free Zone
- SHAMS
- SPC
- RAKEZ
- DMCC
- Dubai South
- Ajman Free Zone
Offshore Company Formation
Protect assets and expand globally with a compliant offshore structure for holding, IP and international trade.
- Asset Protection
- International Holding Structures
- Global Expansion
Visas & Corporate Services
Everything you need after the licence — residency for you and your family, banking introductions and ongoing PRO support.
- Investor Visa
- Partner & Family Visa
- Emirates ID
- Corporate Bank Account Assistance
- Office Solutions
- PRO & Document Clearing Services
Business Setup — your questions answered
Most free zone companies are incorporated within 3–7 working days once documents are in order. Mainland licences typically take 5–10 working days depending on the activity and approvals required.
Let’s build your UAE business, the right way
One partner for company formation, banking, tax and residency. Transparent pricing, a dedicated consultant, and full compliance from day one.
- Free 30-minute consultation
- Transparent, all-inclusive quotes
- Response within one business day