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. Since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. From day one, slovenians are a small community in pharmaceuticals, engineering and tourism, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Slovenian applications every day and process them without hesitation. In short, foreign lawyers may operate as legal consultants but cannot appear before UAE courts, which is reserved for Emirati advocates. Dubai legal consultancies register with the Legal Affairs Department; DIFC and ADGM have their own regimes.
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. In practice, government and semi-government tenders in Dubai require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges.
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
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), including any external approvals your activity needs. For opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
As we tell every client, 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
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 legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder.
Documents required
For opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder the authority asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Educational certificates attested by the Slovenia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A passport issued by Slovenia with at least six months' validity
- A police clearance certificate from Slovenia if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A bank statement from your Slovenia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- 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
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder and makes international pricing simple. English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder for international founders.
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 legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder happen the same day they are ready. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our quotations for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
On the ground, message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for opening a legal consultancy in the UAE as a Slovenian founder, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Dubai mainland and a free zone?
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.
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 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 legal consultancy allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Slovenians can own 100% of a legal consultancy in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Slovenian applicants?
Day to day, processing for Slovenians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Slovenia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
