WhatsApp quoteChoosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. In practice, mainland company formation in Dubai is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters. Day to day, engineering Consultancy in Dubai means civil, structural, MEP and project-management engineering consultancy, and it is licensed as a professional activity. GoldenKey has Danish clients from Copenhagen, Aarhus and Odense, and our consultants understand the documents issued in Denmark and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Dubai
Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre. Government and semi-government tenders in Dubai require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges.
How Dubai works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
Day to day, 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
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. If the authority raises a query on opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder at this stage, we handle it the same day.
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
The Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start. For opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Engineer's attested degree and experience letters
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A passport released by Denmark with at least six months' validity
Pricing
Day to day, pricing for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
- 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
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many company owners choose it as a base for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything. Just as important, after your Dubai licence is released, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. Put simply, 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 an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder.
Importantly, tell us about your plans for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Danish founder and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
In short, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) typically 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?
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?
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.
Can a Danish citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
It can. Danes can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is engineering consultancy allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Danes can own 100% of an engineering consultancy in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
