WhatsApp quoteChoosing Abu Dhabi mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. Abu Dhabi is the capital — government contracts, energy supply chains and the Tajer Abu Dhabi licence, and GoldenKey registers mainland companies there with the economic department week in, week out. Turkish nationals are a growing community of traders, contractors and restaurateurs, especially in Dubai, so the Abu Dhabi authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Turkish applications every day and process them without hesitation. From day one, the most common businesses Turkish nationals open through GoldenKey are in construction, textiles and garments, food and beverage and furniture, although Abu Dhabi supports almost any activity.
Why Abu Dhabi
Businesses that benefit most from Abu Dhabi mainland licensing include oil and gas services, contracting, engineering, healthcare and education, because they serve customers on site across the emirate. The Tajer Abu Dhabi licence allows over 1,000 activities without a physical office for two years.
How Abu Dhabi works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We pick the precise activity codes from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
Your trade name is reserved and initial approval secured from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), together with any external approvals the activity requires. Your portal shows the status of this step for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder in real time.
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 Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
With the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder.
Documents required
In practice, for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Attested parent-company documents and a board resolution if the shareholder is a company
- A passport-size photograph on a white background
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zones
- A bank statement from your Türkiye bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- A passport issued by Türkiye with at least six months' validity
Pricing
Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder are updated by GoldenKey whenever the licensing 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
| Additional visa | AED 3,200 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 10,000 |
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
In practice, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder for international founders. 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 an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder predictable.
Why GoldenKey
Crucially, 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 an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder. GoldenKey's consultants have handled opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish founder, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
Put simply, if you would like a written quotation for opening an oil and gas services company in the UAE as a Turkish 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 Abu Dhabi mainland licence?
In our experience, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) 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.
What is the difference between Abu Dhabi mainland and a free zone?
For most clients, 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 Abu Dhabi 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.
Is oil & gas services allowed in Abu Dhabi?
Yes, it can. Turkish nationals can own 100% of an oil and gas services company in the UAE. {brand} recommends Abu Dhabi for this activity and confirms any sector approvals before you commit.
Can a Turkish citizen own 100% of a company in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Turkish nationals can own the full share capital of a Abu Dhabi company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
