WhatsApp quoteIn our experience, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection business owners used to have. Choosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. For most clients, danes are a design-led community active in logistics, pharmaceuticals and renewable energy, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Danish applications every day and process them without hesitation. Danish shipping and logistics groups are major operators at Jebel Ali and across the Gulf, which gives Danish entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Dubai licence is issued.
Why Dubai
As a rule, instant Licence lets some activities start within minutes with a one-year office exemption. A Dubai mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match.
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
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and obtains sector approvals where needed. For opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
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
Crucially, your Dubai mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder.
Documents required
For opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Put simply, rERA or local land department approval
- A passport granted by Denmark with at least six months' validity
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Educational certificates attested by the Denmark authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
All prices for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. The figures below for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder no longer requires a local partner. Importantly, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many company owners choose it as a base for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder for traders, consultants, tech company owners 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 a Danish founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder happen the same day they are ready.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Danish founder step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
With paperwork and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) normally issues the licence within 4 working days (Monday to Friday). External approvals for regulated activities add time.
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.
How much office space do I need for a Dubai mainland licence?
Day to day, 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 real estate brokerage allowed in Dubai?
It can. Danes 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.
Can a Danish citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
Absolutely. Danes can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
