WhatsApp quoteA LLC can have one to fifty shareholders, trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and sponsor visas in proportion to its office space. GoldenKey registers Limited Liability Companys in all seven emirates, and this page explains when the structure is the right choice. A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is the standard mainland company, now 100% foreign-owned for most activities, with liability limited to share capital.
Where to register a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Limited Liability Companys are registered in all seven emirates. Choose a jurisdiction below for live prices and the exact requirements.
Dubai mainlandThe UAE's commercial capital — trade anywhere in the UAE w…Abu Dhabi mainlandThe capital — government contracts, energy supply chains a…Sharjah mainlandIndustrial heartland of the UAE — manufacturing, trading a…Ajman mainlandGoldenKey's home emirate — one of the most affordable main…Ras Al Khaimah mainlandThe emirate of industry and tourism — low costs, strong ma…Umm Al Quwain mainlandThe quiet emirate — one of the lowest-cost mainland licenc…Fujairah mainlandThe UAE's east-coast gateway — shipping, bunkering and Ind…How it is formed
Step 1Activity and legal form
GoldenKey maps your business to the right economic department activity codes and recommends the legal form that fits ownership and liability needs. Your portal shows the status of this step for setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in real time.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the economic department, including any external approvals your activity needs.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
The memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the economic department. For setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC) this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
With the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas.
Indicative pricing
- 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
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 3,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 12,000 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-05.
Why the UAE
In our experience, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC) for international founders. The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC).
Why GoldenKey
In practice, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which supporting documents each of them will ask for on a Limited Liability Company (LLC) file. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC) happen the same day they are ready.
Tell us about your plans for setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Who should choose a Limited Liability Company (LLC)?
The standard mainland company, now 100% foreign-owned for most activities, with liability limited to share capital. It suits founders who need an llc can have one to fifty shareholders, trade anywhere in the uae, bid for government work and sponsor visas in proportion to its office space.
Can a Limited Liability Company (LLC) be owned 100% by foreigners?
Yes in free zones and offshore registries, and for most mainland activities since the 2021 reforms.
Can I change from a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to another structure later?
Yes. GoldenKey handles conversions, additions of shareholders and new entities when a business outgrows its original structure.
