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. A Dubai mainland licence, issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. Payments between Spain and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle promptly and UAE banks are familiar with Spanish business profiles. In short, external approvals for car rental & leasing are: RTA or local traffic department.
Why Dubai
Popular districts for a Dubai mainland office include Business Bay, Deira, Bur Dubai, Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Al Quoz, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre.
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, in most cases a LLC or a sole establishment. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder.
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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
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). For opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Crucially, the Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership activated, and we open the establishment and labour files so visa processing can start.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activities
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Attested parent-company supporting documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A passport issued by Spain with at least six months' validity
- Educational certificates attested by the Spain authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
Pricing
Pricing for opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish 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 car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish 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 2026-10-05.
Why the UAE
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder and makes international pricing simple. On the ground, 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 a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder.
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 car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder. Crucially, our quotations for opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish 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 car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast.
If you would like a written quotation for opening a car rental company in the UAE as a Spanish founder, use the form below or message us on WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
Frequently asked questions
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.
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
With documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) typically issues the licence within 4 business days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
As we tell every client, 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 car rental & leasing allowed in Dubai?
Yes. Spanish nationals can own 100% of a car rental company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Spanish applicants?
Processing for Spanish nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Spain that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
