WhatsApp quoteChoosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. A mainland company in Dubai can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Importantly, payments between South Korea and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, South Korean won (KRW) transfers settle promptly and UAE banks are familiar with South Korean business profiles. In our experience, construction & Contracting in Dubai means building, civil works, MEP and specialist contracting for customers across the UAE, and it is licensed as a commercial activity.
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. Instant Licence lets some activities start within minutes with a one-year office exemption.
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, typically a LLC or a sole establishment. We keep a written record of this step so your file for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder is audit-ready.
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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
For most clients, after the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full submission with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). For opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
From day one, the Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start.
Documents required
Just as important, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder.
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A police clearance certificate from South Korea if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport granted by South Korea with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your South Korea bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
Pricing
Pricing for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. For most clients, the figures below for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder. Our quotations for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, ahead of payment anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a contracting company in the UAE as a South Korean founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
How much office space do I need for a Dubai mainland licence?
From day one, 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.
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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
In our experience, 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.
Is construction & contracting allowed in Dubai?
Yes. South Koreans can own 100% of a contracting company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can my family from South Korea join me?
Once your investor visa is issued you can sponsor your spouse and children, and GoldenKey processes their visas alongside yours.
