WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection entrepreneurs used to have. Choosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. To be clear, real Estate Brokerage in Dubai means brokering the sale and leasing of property on behalf of owners and buyers, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. The most common businesses Australians open through GoldenKey are in education, construction, hospitality and sports, although Dubai supports almost any activity.
Why Dubai
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. Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre.
How Dubai works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We pick the precise activity codes from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
Importantly, 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. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder in real time.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
You sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
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 real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Documents required
Day to day, the document list for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- A passport issued by Australia with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A police clearance certificate from Australia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A bank statement from your Australia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. In practice, pricing for opening a real estate brokerage 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
Put simply, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a real estate brokerage 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 promptly. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Australian founder.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
Just as important, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) as a rule issues the licence within 4 working days (Monday to Friday). External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
From day one, 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.
Can a Dubai mainland company trade in other emirates?
Absolutely. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
Is real estate brokerage allowed in Dubai?
Absolutely. Australians can own 100% of a real estate brokerage in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Australian applicants?
To be clear, processing for Australians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Australia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
