WhatsApp quoteA Dubai mainland licence, granted by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. From day one, choosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. In short, belgians are a compact community with strength in diamonds, logistics and pharmaceuticals, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Belgian applications every day and process them without hesitation. As a rule, healthcare Clinic in Dubai means medical, dental, physiotherapy or aesthetic clinics and home healthcare services, and it is licensed as a professional activity.
Why Dubai
A Dubai mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. Among the strengths of a Dubai mainland licence are unrestricted UAE-wide trading and Government and corporate tenders, which is why local service businesses gravitate here.
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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder.
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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder in real time.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
On the ground, the Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A passport issued by Belgium with at least six months' validity
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A bank statement from your Belgium bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Educational certificates attested by the Belgium authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A police clearance certificate from Belgium if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Crucially, the figures below for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
Day to day, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. As a rule, 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 healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, our quotations for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
As a rule, if you would like a written quotation for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Belgian founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Are Dubai mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Absolutely. Mainland companies pay 9% corporate tax on profits above AED 375,000 and must register with the FTA, which GoldenKey handles as part of your setup.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
In our experience, 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 Dubai mainland licence?
As we tell every client, 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 healthcare clinic allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Belgians can own 100% of a healthcare clinic in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can my family from Belgium join me?
Once your investor visa is granted you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.
