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. GoldenKey helps founders compare Dubai mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. In our experience, the most common businesses Lithuanians open through GoldenKey are in fintech, laser technology, food exports and logistics, although Dubai supports almost any activity. To be clear, typical examples of this activity include corporate legal consultancy, contract drafting, compliance advisory and arbitration support, which can usually sit together on one Dubai licence.
Why Dubai
Government and semi-government tenders in Dubai require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre.
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
On the ground, your trade name is reserved and initial approval secured from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), together with any external approvals the activity requires. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder in real time.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
You sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Dubai mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder in real time.
Documents required
For opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A police clearance certificate from Lithuania if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport issued by Lithuania with at least six months' validity
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Attested law degree
Pricing
Importantly, all prices for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Use the table below to compare packages for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
Pricing available on request — message us for a written quotation.
Why the UAE
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder and makes international pricing simple. 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 legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a legal consultancy 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 promptly. 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 legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder. To be clear, our quotations for opening a legal consultancy 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.
To be clear, prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Lithuanian founder.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Are Dubai mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
It can. 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.
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.
Do Lithuanians need a UAE visa before applying for Dubai?
No. You can apply for the licence from Lithuania with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is handled afterwards.
Is legal consultancy allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Lithuanians can own 100% of a legal consultancy in the UAE. GoldenKey recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
