WhatsApp quoteA mainland company in Dubai can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Dubai is the UAE's commercial capital — trade anywhere in the UAE with a Dubai DET licence, and GoldenKey registers mainland companies there with the economic department week in, week out. GoldenKey has Australian customers from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, and our consultants understand the paperwork issued in Australia and how to attest them for the UAE. For most clients, cleaning & Facilities Management in Dubai means commercial and residential cleaning, maintenance and integrated facilities management, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
Why Dubai
Dubai's economic department issues more than 50,000 new licences a year. Dubai mainland licences are issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 working days.
How Dubai works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
GoldenKey maps your business to the right Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) activity codes and recommends the legal form that fits ownership and liability needs.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved and initial approval secured from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), together with any external approvals the activity requires. For opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
Crucially, the memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
For most clients, your Dubai mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. For opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Documents required
For opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder the authority asks for the following supporting documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A bank statement from your Australia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A police clearance certificate from Australia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Educational certificates attested by the Australia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
To be clear, the figures below for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. To be clear, pricing for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- 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
As we tell every client, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. Just as important, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Tell us about your plans for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Australian founder and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
Put simply, 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.
What is the difference between Dubai mainland and a free zone?
Mainland companies can trade directly with any UAE customer and take government contracts; free zone companies have lower costs and customs benefits but trade with the mainland through distributors. GoldenKey compares both for your specific activity.
How much office space do I need for a Dubai mainland licence?
In practice, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) 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.
Is cleaning & facilities management allowed in Dubai?
It can. Australians can own 100% of a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Which licence type covers cleaning & facilities management?
Cleaning & Facilities Management is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
