WhatsApp quoteA Dubai mainland licence, issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. 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. On the ground, healthcare Clinic in Dubai means medical, dental, physiotherapy or aesthetic clinics and home healthcare services, and it is licensed as a professional activity. GoldenKey has Indian clients from Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru, and our consultants understand the papers granted in India and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Dubai
Dubai mainland licences are granted by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 working days. Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre.
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 an Indian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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
The memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian founder.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
With the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A passport released by India with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your India bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Practitioner licences
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
In short, the figures below for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Pricing for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian 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
- 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
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian founder predictable. From day one, 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 an Indian founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. 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 an Indian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
From day one, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as an Indian 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) usually issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
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.
What is the difference between Dubai mainland and a free zone?
Day to day, 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 Indians need a UAE visa before applying for Dubai?
No. You can apply for the licence from India with scanned paperwork, and the investor UAE residence visa is processed afterwards.
Is healthcare clinic allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Indians can own 100% of a healthcare clinic in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
