WhatsApp quoteA mainland company in Dubai can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection entrepreneurs used to have. For Polish business owners, the UAE is around 6 hours from Warsaw, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Poland, and English is widely spoken among Polish professionals. Day to day, the most common businesses Poles open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, furniture, cosmetics and food exports, although Dubai supports almost any activity.
Why Dubai
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. A Dubai mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match.
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
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 travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder in real time.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
Crucially, 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
For most clients, with the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder.
Documents required
For opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A passport granted by Poland with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your Poland bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish 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 entrepreneurs choose it as a base for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Most of our Dubai clients come to us through referrals from other company owners, and that is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
Crucially, tell us about your plans for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Polish founder and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
In short, 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.
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.
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.
Is travel & tourism agency allowed in Dubai?
Absolutely. Poles can own 100% of a travel agency in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
What approvals does travel & tourism agency need?
As a rule, dET (Dubai), DCT (Abu Dhabi) or local tourism authority; IATA for ticketing. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
