Dubai Mainland Company

Civil Company Dubai Mainland

Dubai has grown to become a global business hub well known worldwide for its good business climate, progressive regulations, and skilled workforce. It’s also home to relaxed immigration and tax policies that make operating a profitable business easier.

One of the types that can be incorporated with DED is a civil company. A civil company is formed when two or more individual partners provide professional services, such as healthcare, legal representation, engineering, or accounting. In Dubai, the owners of this form of company can be of any nationality.

Civil companies, also known as professional companies, are those companies that provide professional services. Civil companies that operate in Dubai mainland or UAE are permitted 100% foreign ownership. However, there are certain things that are to be understood before setting up a civil company in Dubai. Below you will see the benefits of a civil company.

Difference between civil company and other private companies in DED, UAE

  • A civil company license can engages only in professional activities. Doctors, lawyers, engineers, web designers, carpenters, etc. are best examples that fall under this category. The shareholders have to be qualified and experienced in their respective areas of business.
  • Civil company shareholders are entitled to 100% liability of the company, which means that each shareholder will be responsible for any debt of the company.
  • Even ownership of your business is 100% foreign, a Local Service Agent has to be appointed for some activities to represent company for some approvals like visas and work permits.
  • Trading activities are not allowed with professional license.
  • If you’re a shareholder of a civil company, you can sponsor the employees of your business for their residence visas.
  • A professional company setup in UAE requires a minimum of 2 shareholders and can go up to 50, which are either individuals or corporate companies.
  • With large civil companies, the owners can apply for multiple visas, depending on the size of the business.

Contact A to Z Business Consultancy for Civil company setup with DED, Dubai

The company registration process in DED might look to be a little complicated. A to Z Business Consultancy offers you support to set up your Dubai Mainland business. Our services ensure that you comply with DED regulations and get your corporate license in short time.

Contact A to Z Business Consultancy to discuss Civil Company setup with DED.

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