WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection entrepreneurs used to have. 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. Importantly, external approvals for fitness & sports are: Dubai Sports Council or local equivalent for physical facilities. Lithuanians are a small community of fintech company owners, engineers and traders, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Lithuanian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Dubai
Among the strengths of a Dubai mainland licence are unrestricted UAE-wide trading and Government and corporate tenders, which is why local service businesses gravitate here. 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.
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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
For most clients, 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
As we tell every client, your Dubai mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder is audit-ready.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company papers and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- Trainer certifications
- A passport issued by Lithuania with at least six months' validity
Pricing
On the ground, the figures below for opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Just as important, pricing for opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian 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
Crucially, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our quotations for opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder happen the same day they are ready.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a fitness business in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
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.
What is the difference between Dubai mainland and a free zone?
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 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.
Is fitness & sports allowed in Dubai?
Yes — Lithuanians can own 100% of a fitness business in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can my family from Lithuania join me?
Crucially, once your investor visa is released you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.
