WhatsApp quoteChoosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. Mainland company formation in Dubai is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters. As we tell every client, 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 released. GoldenKey has Romanian clients from Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca and Timișoara, and our consultants understand the papers issued in Romania and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Dubai
As a rule, 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. 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.
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. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder.
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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
With the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas.
Documents required
For most clients, the document list for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Attested parent-company paperwork and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A police clearance certificate from Romania if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Your current UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
Pricing
From day one, pricing for opening a travel agency 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. The figures below for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar 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
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder a route to relocation as well as a business decision. 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 travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Just as important, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder happen the same day they are ready. To be clear, our quotations for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian 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 Romanian founder for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
In our experience, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a travel agency in the UAE as a Romanian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
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.
What is the difference between Dubai mainland and a free zone?
Day to day, 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.
Can a Dubai mainland company trade in other emirates?
It can. A mainland licence is valid across the UAE, and you can open branches in other emirates by registering with their economic departments.
Is travel & tourism agency allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Romanians can own 100% of a travel agency in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Romanian citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
It can. Romanians can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
