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. As we tell every client, choosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate customers recognise without a second thought. The most common businesses Indonesians open through GoldenKey are in halal food, furniture, hospitality and palm oil, although Dubai supports almost any activity. External approvals for car rental & leasing are: RTA or local traffic department.
Why Dubai
Instant Licence lets some activities start within minutes with a one-year office exemption. 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
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. Nothing is submitted for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
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
In our experience, after the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
In short, the Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start.
Documents required
Importantly, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder.
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- 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 no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
Pricing
All prices for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian 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
Just as important, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder and makes international pricing simple. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder.
Why GoldenKey
In short, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. In practice, our quotations for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
Just as important, if you would like a written quotation for opening a car rental company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
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?
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.
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
In our experience, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) typically issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Is car rental & leasing allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Indonesians can own 100% of a car rental company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
What approvals does car rental & leasing need?
To be clear, rTA or local traffic department. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
