WhatsApp quoteFor most clients, below you will find a practical, step-by-step explanation of the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians, followed by answers to the questions clients ask us most. This guide from GoldenKey explains the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians in plain language, with the costs, papers and timelines you should expect in 2026.
Key takeaways
- Romanians can own 100% of an Abu Dhabi Mainland company with no local partner.
- Documents from Romania may need attestation for professional activities and visas.
- The licence can be issued remotely; you travel for the medical test and Emirates ID.
- GoldenKey handles the file from name reservation to bank introduction.
Background
From day one, among the strengths of a Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland licence are access to ADNOC and government supply chains and Tajer licence with no office for 2 years, which is why local service businesses gravitate here. A Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. Government and semi-government tenders in Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges.
What to do, in order
Step 1Activity and legal form
We pick the precise activity codes from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals. For the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), including any external approvals your activity needs.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
For most clients, after the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). For the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Importantly, with the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas.
Documents you will need
Keep these ready before you start:
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- Attested parent-company paperwork for corporate shareholders
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
Costs
Prices for the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians are drawn from GoldenKey's live price list and confirmed in writing before you pay. Government fees change from time to time; the figures on this page update automatically when they do.
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 3,200 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 10,000 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
Importantly, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians no longer requires a local partner. In practice, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians for international business owners.
How GoldenKey helps
If a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the file sit. After your Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for the Abu Dhabi Mainland setup process for Romanians, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland company formation take?
To be clear, with papers and a tenancy contract ready, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) generally issues the licence within 5 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland company?
In practice, for most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland company?
As we tell every client, you cannot convert directly, but you can open a mainland branch of your free zone company or set up a new mainland LLC and transfer the business. GoldenKey advises on the most tax-efficient route.
How much office space do I need for a Step-by-Step: Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Setup for Romanian Founders mainland licence?
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) requires a registered tenancy for most licences. A small office or a desk in a business centre is enough for a few visas, and the visa quota increases with the floor area.
