WhatsApp quoteDubai is the UAE's commercial capital — trade anywhere in the UAE with a Dubai DET licence, and GoldenKey registers mainland companies there with the economic department week in, week out. For most clients, choosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. Romanian IT talent and construction firms are well represented in Dubai, which gives Romanian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Dubai licence is issued. The most common businesses Romanians open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, hospitality, construction and aviation, although Dubai supports almost any activity.
Why Dubai
Ejari-registered office space is required for most licence types. Dubai mainland licences are granted 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
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. For opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
To be clear, 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.
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. Nothing is submitted for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder until you have reviewed and approved it.
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.
Documents required
For opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Educational certificates attested by the Romania authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A police clearance certificate from Romania if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- For most clients, rERA or local land department approval
Pricing
Pricing for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
- 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 real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. 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 real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder happen the same day they are ready.
Day to day, 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 real estate brokerage in the UAE as a Romanian founder.
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.
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.
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
With papers and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) normally issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Is real estate brokerage allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Romanians can own 100% of a real estate brokerage in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Romania and the UAE?
Yes, it can. The UAE and Romania have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
