WhatsApp quoteChoosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. A mainland company in Dubai can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Day to day, healthcare is dual-licensed: the commercial licence from the economic department and a facility licence from DHA, DOH or MOHAP. Every practitioner must hold a professional licence from the same regulator. Importantly, external approvals for healthcare clinic are: DHA (Dubai), DOH (Abu Dhabi) or MOHAP (other emirates).
Why Dubai
In our experience, government and semi-government tenders in Dubai require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. Dubai mainland licences are issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 business days.
How Dubai works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) list and the legal form, typically a LLC or a sole establishment.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), including any external approvals your activity needs. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder in real time.
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 Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
The Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder in real time.
Documents required
The document list for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder is short, and most customers already have everything on it.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A police clearance certificate from Australia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
Pricing
Pricing for opening a healthcare clinic 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. Use the table below to compare packages for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
- 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder for international business owners.
Why GoldenKey
As we tell every client, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder. Put simply, if a document is missing or an approval is delayed on your Dubai file, we tell you immediately and explain the fix, rather than letting the request sit. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder happen the same day they are ready.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Australian founder in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
For most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Dubai mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
Can a Dubai mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
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.
Is healthcare clinic allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Australians can own 100% of a healthcare clinic in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Do Australians need a UAE visa before applying for Dubai?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Australia with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
