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Company Formation Support for Dubai and UAE

Business setup decisions affect licensing, visas, banking preparation, compliance, and operating flexibility. Sarmat helps founders choose the right setup path and coordinate the licensing process with confidence.

We support mainland and free zone pathways, activity selection, legal structure planning, and application workflow management under current UAE regulations.

Authority requirements, timelines, and government charges may change. Final values are confirmed during consultation based on your selected jurisdiction and activity.

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Who It Is For

  • First-time founders starting a business in Dubai.
  • International entrepreneurs entering the UAE market.
  • SMEs expanding operations from one jurisdiction to another.
  • Businesses planning restructuring, activity changes, or license amendments.
  • Owners seeking ongoing support after incorporation.

We also coordinate with related services such as outsourced PRO services and Golden Visa assistance where relevant.

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How It Works

  1. Business discovery: We understand your model, target clients, and operational needs.
  2. Mainland vs free zone review: We compare jurisdiction options with practical pros and limitations.
  3. Activity and legal form selection: We align trade activities and structure with authority criteria.
  4. Trade name and approvals: We coordinate reservation, initial approvals, and document flow.
  5. License issuance and next steps: We support post-license planning including renewals and compliance tracking.
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Documents / Requirements

Requirements differ by authority and activity. Typical setup documentation may include:

  • Passport copies and shareholder details.
  • Proposed business activity and trade name options.
  • Legal structure details and incorporation forms.
  • Initial approval documents and jurisdiction-specific declarations.
  • Supporting documents for visa-linked processes where needed.

We confirm the final checklist only after your activity and jurisdiction are finalized.

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What Is Included

  • Business activity guidance and authority-aligned planning.
  • Mainland vs free zone setup comparison and selection support.
  • Legal structure recommendation and documentation guidance.
  • Trade name, initial approvals, and licensing coordination.
  • Visa process coordination where applicable.
  • Post-license support for renewals guidance, compliance reminders, and banking preparation documents.

Final approvals are always made by relevant departments or free zone authorities. Service pricing is on request and depends on scope and applicable government fees.

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Business Setup FAQ

It depends on your activity, target market, visa plan, ownership needs, and long-term operating model. We provide a practical comparison and recommendation based on your business goals.

Timelines vary by authority workflow, business activity, legal form, and document readiness. We share realistic stage-by-stage timelines during consultation and keep you updated throughout the process.

Typical requirements include passport copies, proposed activity details, shareholder information, and authority-specific forms. Additional documents may apply depending on jurisdiction and activity type.

Yes. We guide you on activity coding, legal structure, and trade name options so your setup aligns with licensing requirements and practical business needs.

Yes. We coordinate trade name checks, reservation, initial approvals, and application flow with relevant departments or free zone authorities.

Government fees are usually separate unless clearly stated in your quotation. Final pricing depends on scope, jurisdiction, visa requirements, and authority charges in effect.

Yes. We support post-license steps such as renewal planning, compliance reminders, and preparation support for related processes like banking documentation and visa coordination.

No. Final approvals are made by relevant authorities. Our responsibility is to provide complete, accurate coordination and submission support based on current regulations.

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Get a practical roadmap for jurisdiction, licensing, and compliance based on your business activity and objectives.

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