Put simply, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection entrepreneurs used to have. GoldenKey helps founders compare Dubai mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. Crucially, for Omani founders, the UAE is around 1 hour, or a 4 to 5 hour drive from Muscat, same time zone as the UAE, and Arabic and English are both used daily. Put simply, payments between Oman and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Omani rial (OMR) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Omani business profiles.
Why Dubai
A Dubai mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. Dubai mainland licences are issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 working days.
How Dubai works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
Importantly, we pick the precise activity codes from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
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. For opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
Crucially, 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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani founder.
Documents required
In practice, for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani founder the licensing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- 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 no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
Pricing
Put simply, all prices for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Day to day, the figures below for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
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 cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani founder. Just as important, 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 Omani founder for international business owners.
Why GoldenKey
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 Omani founder happen the same day they are ready. On the ground, most of our Dubai customers come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Put simply, 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 Omani founder.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a cleaning and facilities company in the UAE as an Omani 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?
As a rule, with supporting documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) typically issues the licence within 4 business days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Are Dubai mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Yes. 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.
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.
Is cleaning & facilities management allowed in Dubai?
It can. Omanis 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.
Can a Omani citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
Yes, it can. Omanis can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.


