WhatsApp quoteChoosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate customers recognise without a second thought. A 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. On the ground, tourism & Hospitality in Dubai means holiday homes, hotel management, desert safaris, yacht charters and tour experiences, and it is licensed as a commercial activity. In our experience, latvian logistics and timber exporters use Dubai as a Middle East distribution point, which gives Latvian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Dubai licence is issued.
Why Dubai
Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre. Government and semi-government tenders in Dubai require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges.
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, generally a LLC or a sole establishment.
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. For opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
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).
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. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder.
Documents required
Gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder.
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A police clearance certificate from Latvia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A bank statement from your Latvia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Importantly, the figures below for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the issuing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
- 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
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many founders choose it as a base for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our quotations for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a hospitality business in the UAE as a Latvian founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
Crucially, with papers 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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
Importantly, 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.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
You cannot convert directly, but you can open a mainland branch of your free zone company or set up a new mainland LLC and transfer the business. GoldenKey advises on the most tax-efficient route.
Can a Latvian citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
Absolutely. Latvians can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is tourism & hospitality allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Latvians can own 100% of a hospitality business in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
