WhatsApp quoteAs a rule, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. Dubai 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. In practice, the most common businesses Turkish nationals open through GoldenKey are in construction, textiles and garments, food and beverage and furniture, although Dubai supports almost any activity. Importantly, turkish nationals are a growing community of traders, contractors and restaurateurs, especially in Dubai, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Turkish applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Dubai
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. Dubai mainland licences are issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 business days.
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. For opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
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
In short, 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). Your portal shows the status of this step for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder in real time.
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.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A no-objection certificate from your employer if you hold a UAE employment visa
- A passport issued by Türkiye with at least six months' validity
- The UAE entry stamp or visa page if you are already in the country
- A bank statement from your Türkiye bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Your current residence visa and Emirates ID copy if you are a UAE resident
- Practitioner licences
Pricing
Put simply, the figures below for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment.
- 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 UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder. The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder and makes international pricing simple.
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 healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay. Our quotations for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
Just as important, tell us about your plans for opening a healthcare clinic in the UAE as a Turkish founder and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
For most clients, with supporting documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) as a rule issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
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?
In practice, 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 healthcare clinic allowed in Dubai?
Yes, it can. Turkish nationals can own 100% of a healthcare clinic in the UAE. {brand} recommends Dubai for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
How long does the process take for Turkish applicants?
Just as important, processing for Turkish nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Türkiye that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
