Business Formation — Mainland, Freezone & Offshore

We find the right structure for your goals — then handle registration from start to finish, entirely remotely.

Starting FromUSD 1,600
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About this service

From solo consultants to multi-national holding structures, TNT Global matches your business activity to the right UAE jurisdiction — Mainland, Freezone, or Offshore — and handles every step of registration remotely. We also advise on Panama formations for clients seeking cross-border flexibility.

Pricing & Options Breakdown

Select the structural setup or advisory tier tailored to your specific goals and requirements.

Mainland

Direct UAE Market & Govt Contracts
USD 4,000

Establish a UAE mainland entity via DED with 100% foreign ownership, direct trade access across all 7 emirates, prime commercial location, and government contract eligibility.

Freezone (Budget)

Affordable International Setup
USD 1,600

100% foreign ownership across budget UAE free zones with 0% corporate tax for international trade and 100% remote incorporation.

MOST POPULAR

Freezone (Dubai)

Prime Dubai Jurisdiction
USD 3,500

Setup in top Dubai free zones (DMCC, IFZA, DAFZA) with premier Dubai corporate address, visa allocation, and corporate banking priority.

Offshore

RAK ICC & JAFZA Asset Holding
USD 2,000

Ideal for global trading, asset holding, and Dubai freehold real estate ownership. Zero physical office required with 3 to 7 business days setup.

Mainland, Freezone & Offshore Breakdown

Compare structural features, foreign ownership rules, tax rules, and operational flexibilities to pick the right entity for your goals.

MAINLAND

Mainland Setup

  • Mainland company setup: Establish a UAE mainland company through the Department of Economic Development (DED).
  • Market access: Operate freely throughout the UAE and access the local market without geographic restrictions.
  • Business locations: Gain access to prime commercial locations.
  • Government opportunities: Become eligible to pursue government contracts.
  • Foreign ownership: 100% foreign ownership is permitted in most sectors.
  • Trade flexibility: Trade with businesses across all seven emirates.
FREEZONE

Freezone Setup

  • 100% foreign ownership: UAE free zones allow full foreign ownership.
  • International operations: Businesses can operate and trade internationally.
  • Wide choice: The UAE has more than 40 free zones. Examples: DMCC, IFZA, DAFZA, SHAMS, RAKEZ, and Ajman Free Zone.
  • Flexible options: Investors can choose a free zone based on their industry, budget, and business activity.
  • 0% Tax Rules: Your profits stay tax-free only if your business happens completely outside the UAE and between Freezones.
  • Privacy: Your details are safe from the public.
OFFSHORE

Offshore Setup

  • RAK ICC (Ras Al Khaimah): Best and most affordable for global trading and holding assets.
  • JAFZA (Dubai): The only offshore choice if you want to own freehold property in Dubai.
  • BVI / Delaware / Hong Kong: Best if you are raising money from global investors or starting a tech business.
  • No Physical Office: You do not need to rent a workspace. You use a registered agent's address instead.
  • Ownership: You keep 100% control and ownership of your company.
  • Speed: Companies can be set up quickly, usually in 3 to 7 business days.

What we can do for you

Not all of the below apply to every engagement — we scope exactly what you need in your first call.

Jurisdiction Matching

We compare Mainland, DMCC, JAFZA, RAKEZ, IFZA, and Ajman Free Zone on cost, activity restrictions, visa quotas, and banking access — then recommend what fits your business.

Trade Name & Activity Selection

We search the DED/free zone registry and reserve your trade name; we map your business activities to the approved list to avoid licence issues later.

Full Documentation

MOA, AOA, shareholder resolutions, notarised and attested documents — all handled. Remote founders receive step-by-step guidance on what to sign and when.

PRO & Government Filing

Our PRO team liaises with free zone authorities, DED, and Ministry of Economy so you never have to visit a government counter.

Corporate Bank Account Guidance

We introduce you to banking partners suited to your business profile and help you prepare the account-opening pack.

Panama Formation

For clients needing Latin America exposure or international trading flexibility, IFZA Panama offers a straightforward offshore option — we advise on the tradeoffs honestly.

Frequently asked questions

Clear guidance on eligibility, procedures, timelines, and UAE regulatory compliance.

Mainland companies (DED) allow direct local trading across all 7 UAE emirates and bidding on government contracts. Freezone companies offer 100% foreign ownership and 0% tax for international and inter-freezone trade across 40+ zones. Offshore companies (RAK ICC, JAFZA) require no physical office, offer 100% asset control, and set up in 3 to 7 days for global trading or holding Dubai property.

Yes — Freezone and Offshore company formations can be completed entirely online. We guide you step-by-step on remote document signing.

Offshore companies (such as RAK ICC) are usually set up quickly in 3 to 7 business days without requiring a physical workspace.

Yes, UAE free zones allow 100% full foreign ownership and keep your details private from the public.

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