WhatsApp quoteA mainland company in Abu Dhabi can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. GoldenKey helps company owners compare Abu Dhabi mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. the UAE is Germany's most important trading partner in the Arab world and a regional distribution base for German industry, which gives German entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Abu Dhabi licence is released. Day to day, typical examples of this activity include equipment supply, inspection services, engineering support and chemicals trading, which can usually sit together on one Abu Dhabi licence.
Why Abu Dhabi
Put simply, the Tajer Abu Dhabi licence allows over 1,000 activities without a physical office for two years. Popular districts for an Abu Dhabi mainland office include Al Reem Island, Khalifa City, Mussafah, Al Maryah Island and Corniche, each with different rent levels and customer footfall.
How Abu Dhabi works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
GoldenKey maps your business to the right Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) activity codes and recommends the legal form that fits ownership and liability needs. For opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and obtains sector approvals where needed.
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. For opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Abu Dhabi mainland licence is granted, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A passport issued by Germany with at least six months' validity
- Company profile
- A police clearance certificate from Germany if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Educational certificates attested by the Germany authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
In practice, the figures below for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. As we tell every client, pricing for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German 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
| Additional visa | AED 3,200 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 10,000 |
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
On the ground, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder no longer requires a local partner. On the ground, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder.
Why GoldenKey
Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder happen the same day they are ready. To be clear, our quotations for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a German founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Abu Dhabi mainland company formation take?
With documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) as a rule issues the licence within 5 working days (Monday to Friday). External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Are Abu Dhabi mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
It can. 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.
How much office space do I need for a Abu Dhabi mainland licence?
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) 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.
Which licence type covers oil & gas services?
In practice, oil & Gas Services is classified as a commercial activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
Is oil & gas services allowed in Abu Dhabi?
Absolutely. Germans can own 100% of an oil and gas services company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Abu Dhabi for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
