GoldenKey helps company owners compare Dubai mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. 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. Slovak automotive and engineering suppliers serve the UAE through Dubai distributors, which gives Slovak entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Dubai licence is granted. For most clients, the most common businesses Slovaks open through GoldenKey are in automotive, IT services, hospitality and engineering, although Dubai supports almost any activity.
Why Dubai
Dubai's economic department issues more than 50,000 new licences a year. Among the strengths of a Dubai mainland licence are unrestricted UAE-wide trading and Government and corporate tenders, and for that reason 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, as a rule a LLC or a sole establishment.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and obtains sector approvals where needed. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder.
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 released, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- Your current residency visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- A police clearance certificate from Slovakia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
Pricing
Pricing for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak 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 an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak 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 2026-10-05.
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 an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. In practice, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which paperwork each of them will ask for on a Dubai file. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder happen the same day they are ready.
If you would like a written quotation for opening an engineering consultancy in the UAE as a Slovak founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
On the ground, 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.
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.
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.
Is engineering consultancy allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Slovaks can own 100% of an engineering consultancy in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
What approvals does engineering consultancy need?
Importantly, municipality engineering consultancy registration. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.


