Service
UAE free zone company setup and visa assistance
We guide free zone selection, company formation, and visa processing with a clear documentation and timeline plan.
Who it is for
Who this service is designed for
We tailor scope and evidence requirements to your operating model and license mix.
- Founders establishing a UAE holding or operating entity
- Global teams relocating compliance or management personnel
- Firms preparing for regulated activity in the UAE
Scope of engagement
Scope of engagement
Typical inclusions that define the engagement perimeter.
- Free zone assessment and activity alignment
- Company formation documentation and coordination
- Visa processing guidance and scheduling
- Local substance planning and governance inputs
Typical deliverables
Typical deliverables
Concrete outputs mapped to regulator expectations.
Free zone comparison
Regulator alignment, cost considerations, and activity scope.
Company formation checklist
Document requirements, timelines, and dependencies.
Visa processing support
Guidance on approvals, medicals, and issuance steps.
Local substance plan
Office, staffing, and governance expectations.
Engagement timeline
Engagement timeline
Indicative ranges based on complexity and jurisdiction.
Client responsibilities
Client responsibilities
Inputs and collaboration required for efficient delivery.
- Provide shareholder and director documentation
- Complete KYC requirements and required signatures
- Coordinate with local signatories where needed
- Confirm office and substance decisions in line with authority guidance
What success looks like
What success looks like
Conservative outcomes we aim to achieve with your team.
- Entity setup completed with aligned activity scope
- Visa process initiated with clear timelines
- Substance plan documented for authority review
- Formation records organized for downstream licensing
Process
How we deliver
A structured approach that balances speed, regulator expectations, and operational realities.
Requirement mapping
Define activity scope, free zone suitability, and licensing dependencies.
Formation execution
Coordinate documentation, submissions, and approvals with the relevant authorities.
Operational readiness
Support visa processing and ensure substance requirements are met.
Regulatory outcomes depend on evidence and regulator review
We focus on defensible documentation and controls, but regulators determine outcomes.
We support company formation and visa coordination, but approvals and processing times are subject to authority review.
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FAQ
Service questions
If you need a tailored scope, we can walk through the details.
Can you advise on which free zone is best for our activity?
Yes. We compare activity scope, regulatory alignment, and operational requirements.
Do you handle visa processing end-to-end?
We coordinate the documentation and steps, working with approved providers where required.
Will this cover regulated licensing requirements?
This service supports entity setup; regulated licensing typically requires a separate engagement.
Next step
Scope a tailored compliance program
Book a call to discuss jurisdiction priorities, timelines, and evidence requirements.