WhatsApp quoteDay to day, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection company owners used to have. A Dubai mainland licence, released 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. In short, typical examples of this activity include commercial cleaning, building maintenance, pest control and facilities management, which can generally sit together on one Dubai licence. To be clear, for Indonesian entrepreneurs, the UAE is around 8.5 hours from Jakarta, 3 hours ahead of the UAE, and English is the working language.
Why Dubai
Day to day, government and semi-government tenders in Dubai require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. 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.
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.
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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).
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. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder is audit-ready.
Documents required
In our experience, gather these supporting documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder.
- Educational certificates attested by the Indonesia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A police clearance certificate from Indonesia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Tenancy contract
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
All prices for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. From day one, pricing for opening a cleaning and facilities 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder for international founders. In our experience, 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 cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder happen the same day they are ready.
Put simply, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Indonesian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
On the ground, 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 long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
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 cleaning & facilities management allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Indonesians can own 100% of a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Indonesian applicants?
Processing for Indonesians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Indonesia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
