WhatsApp quoteAs a rule, 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. Since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. In practice, greeks are a community concentrated in shipping, hospitality, construction and food, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Greek applications every day and process them without hesitation. From day one, healthcare is dual-licensed: the commercial licence from the economic department and a facility licence from DHA, DOH or MOHAP. Every practitioner must hold a professional licence from the same regulator.
Why Dubai
Businesses that benefit most from Dubai mainland licensing include retail, restaurants, contracting, real estate brokerage and consulting with government clients, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. For most clients, popular districts for a Dubai mainland office include Business Bay, Deira, Bur Dubai, Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Al Quoz, each with different rent levels and customer footfall.
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. For opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek 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 Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) 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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
From day one, the Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start.
Documents required
For opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A passport issued by Greece with at least six months' validity
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A police clearance certificate from Greece if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
Pricing
Pricing for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. All prices for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder no longer requires a local partner.
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 healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder happen the same day they are ready. Our quotations for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before any payment anything. Importantly, most of our Dubai customers come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
In short, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Greek founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
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 Dubai mainland company trade in other emirates?
Yes. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
How much office space do I need for a Dubai mainland licence?
Crucially, 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?
Absolutely. Greeks can own 100% of a healthcare clinic in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Do Greeks need a UAE visa before applying for Dubai?
No. You can apply for the licence from Greece with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
