WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection business owners used to have. A mainland company in Dubai can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. In our experience, egyptians are one of the largest Arab communities in the UAE, with several hundred thousand residents across all seven emirates, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Egyptian applications every day and process them without hesitation. GoldenKey has Egyptian clients from Cairo, Alexandria and Giza, and our consultants understand the documents granted in Egypt and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Dubai
Put simply, businesses that benefit most from Dubai mainland licensing include retail, restaurants, contracting, real estate brokerage and consulting with government customers, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. 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
We select the correct activity codes from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) list and the legal form, usually a LLC or a sole establishment. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder is audit-ready.
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
As we tell every client, you sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file. For opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder.
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A bank statement from your Egypt bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- From day one, rERA or local land department approval
- Educational certificates attested by the Egypt authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. On the ground, all prices for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands.
- 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
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder and makes international pricing simple. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
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 an Egyptian founder happen the same day they are ready. Just as important, our quotations for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. 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 Egyptian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as an Egyptian founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Dubai mainland and a free zone?
Mainland companies can trade directly with any UAE customer and take government contracts; free zone companies have lower costs and customs benefits but trade with the mainland through distributors. GoldenKey compares both for your specific activity.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
For most clients, 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.
Are Dubai mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Yes. 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 a Egyptian citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
It can. Egyptians can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is real estate brokerage allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Egyptians 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.
