FOUNDERS HUB
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Business setup · Dubai, UAE
Start your company in Dubai, we handle the paperwork.
Mainland and free zone licenses, residence visas, license renewals and bank account assistance, handled by our team at Airport Road, Dubai.
10+ years of experience
Licensed by Dubai DET
Mainland · Free Zone · Offshore
Free consultationTell us your business activity
10+years of experience
About Founders Hub
More than 10 years in company formation and government transactions
Founders Hub is a business setup company in Dubai, licensed by the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) under license No. 1643049. Our team has more than 10 years of hands-on experience setting up companies and completing government transactions in the UAE: trade licenses and approvals, residence visas, immigration and labour files, renewals and amendments.
That experience means we know what each authority asks for, where files usually get delayed and how to avoid it. We explain your options in plain words, confirm the full cost before you start, and follow your file step by step until it's done.
- 10+ years of experience
- Licensed by Dubai DET · No. 1643049
- One team from license to bank account
- Full cost confirmed in writing before you pay
Our clients
Some of the companies we work with
Businesses that trust us with their licenses, visas and government transactions.
License types
Which license does your business need?
In Dubai, the license type depends on your business activity. Here is a quick overview. We confirm the exact type and activity with you for free.
Commercial license
Commercial
For buying, selling and trading goods.
Examples: mobile phone shop, general trading, online store.
Industrial license
Industrial
For manufacturing, production and processing.
Examples: factory, food production, packaging.
Tourism license
Tourism
For travel and tourism services.
Examples: travel agency selling air tickets, tour operator, holiday packages.
Legal forms
How your company is owned
The legal form decides who owns the company and who is responsible for its obligations.
01
Sole Establishmentمؤسسة فردية
A business owned by one person, trading under the owner's name.
- Owners
- 1 person
- Liability
- Owner is personally responsible
02
Civil Companyشركة أعمال مدنية
Partners, usually professionals, practicing a professional activity together.
- Owners
- 2 or more partners
- Liability
- Shared by the partners
03
Limited Liability Company (LLC)ذ.م.م
The most common form for commercial activities, with two or more shareholders.
- Owners
- 2 to 50 shareholders
- Liability
- Limited to each share
04
Single-Owner LLCذ.م.م الشخص الواحد
An LLC with one owner, who keeps the protection of limited liability.
- Owners
- 1 person or company
- Liability
- Limited to the capital
Not sure which one fits you?This is a general overview. Tell us your activity and we'll explain the license type, legal form and cost in detail.
What we do
Everything your company needs to get started in the UAE
From choosing the right license to opening your bank account, we take care of the paperwork so you can focus on your business.
New company setup
Mainland or free zone, with the right activity for your business.
Branch of your company
Open a Dubai branch of a company you already own abroad.
Setting up from abroad →License renewal
We handle your trade license renewal from start to finish.
License amendments
Change your activity, location, partners or legal form, from anywhere in the world.
See all amendments →Government transactions
PRO services: approvals, labour and immigration files, and document clearing.
Visas & Emirates ID
Residence visas, Emirates ID, establishment card and labour file.
Bank account assistance
We prepare your documents and guide you through opening your account.
How it works
From first message to bank account
Free consultation
Tell us your activity. We recommend mainland or free zone.
Name & approval
We reserve your trade name and get initial approval.
License issued
Your company is officially registered.
Visa & Emirates ID
Residency for you and your team.
Bank account
We prepare your documents for the bank.
FAQ
Common questions
Free zone or mainland: which one do I need?
If you want to sell directly to customers inside the UAE or work with government entities, mainland is usually the right choice. If you work online, in consulting or internationally, a free zone is often enough. Tell us your activity and we'll recommend one.
Which license type and legal form do I need?
It depends on your activity and on how many owners the company has. Send us your activity on WhatsApp or in the chat, and we'll tell you the license type, legal form and total cost before you start.
How long does it take to get my license?
Once your documents are complete, most licenses are issued within days. We'll give you a realistic timeline for your case during the consultation.
Can I own 100% of my company?
Yes. Free zones allow full foreign ownership, and so do most mainland activities today. We confirm this for your specific activity.
Do I need a physical office?
It depends on your license type. Mainland setups can include a virtual office, and we can show you other options if you need more space.
Will you help me open a bank account?
Yes. We prepare your documents and guide you through the process at no extra cost. The final approval is always made by the bank.
Can you help if I'm outside the UAE?
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp with your plan, whether it's a new company, a branch of your existing business or an offshore company, and we'll explain the steps. See how it works from abroad.
Contact
Tell us your plan. The consultation is free.
Fill in the form and our team will get back to you on WhatsApp or by phone. Prefer to chat now? Message us on WhatsApp.
WhatsApp / Call
+971 58 540 8000
Trade license (Dubai DET)
No. 1643049
Office
Office #101, Al Nisf Building
Airport Road, Dubai
Airport Road, Dubai
Instagram
@foundershub.dubai