1 Visa Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 14,850
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
MAINLAND · ABU DHABI
Abu Dhabi Mainland Company Formation for Lithuanians
around 6.5 hours from Vilnius · the UAE is 1 to 2 hours ahead of Lithuania
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 3 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- MainlandLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 3 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 11,000Renewal cost
About Abu Dhabi
Why Abu Dhabi
As we tell every client, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Abu Dhabi mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. In our experience, 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. Lithuanians are a small community of fintech founders, engineers and traders, so the Abu Dhabi authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Lithuanian applications every day and process them without hesitation. The most common businesses Lithuanians open through GoldenKey are in fintech, laser technology, food exports and logistics, although Abu Dhabi supports almost any activity.
Importantly, abu Dhabi mainland licences are issued by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), which currently processes most standard files in around 5 working days. In practice, popular districts for an Abu Dhabi mainland office include Al Reem Island, Khalifa City, Mussafah, Al Maryah Island and Corniche, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. For Lithuanians, the practical advantages of Abu Dhabi are the ease of travel between Lithuania and the UAE, English is the business language, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. In practice, use the table below to compare packages for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
2 Visa Package
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 19,800
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
3 Visa Package
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 24,750
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 3,520
Annual renewalAED 11,000
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-27.
Business activities
Explore business activities in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Required documents
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- A tenancy contract for an office or shop registered with the emirate's system (Ejari in Dubai)
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Passport photographs on a white background
- A police clearance certificate from Lithuania if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires itif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
How Abu Dhabi works with GoldenKey
- 1
Activity and legal form
Importantly, we select the correct activity codes from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) list and the legal form, usually a LLC or a sole establishment. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians.
- 2
Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), including any external approvals your activity needs.
- 3
Office, MOA and submission
As a rule, after the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). If the authority raises a query on Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
- 4
Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Abu Dhabi mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about Abu Dhabi. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsCan a Abu Dhabi 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 much office space do I need for a Abu Dhabi mainland licence?
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?
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.
Can a Lithuanian citizen own 100% of a company in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Lithuanians can own the full share capital of a Abu Dhabi company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Lithuanians need a UAE visa before applying for Abu Dhabi?
No. You can apply for the licence from Lithuania with scanned papers, and the investor UAE residence visa is completed afterwards.
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Good to know
More about Abu Dhabi
Why the UAE
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians no longer requires a local partner. In our experience, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Lithuanians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. As a rule, after your Abu Dhabi licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. In short, we will tell you plainly if Abu Dhabi is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less.
