WhatsApp quoteDay to day, choosing Abu Dhabi mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate clients recognise without a second thought. An Abu Dhabi mainland licence, granted by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. As a rule, slovaks are a small community in automotive, IT and hospitality, so the Abu Dhabi authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Slovak applications every day and process them without hesitation. GoldenKey has Slovak clients from Bratislava and Košice, and our consultants understand the documents granted in Slovakia and how to attest them for the UAE.
Why Abu Dhabi
Among the strengths of an Abu Dhabi mainland licence are access to ADNOC and government supply chains and Tajer licence with no office for 2 years, which is why local service businesses gravitate here. As a rule, 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 (Monday to Friday). Just as important, slovak applicants benefit from the fact that Abu Dhabi already has many Slovak shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Slovakia documents and name formats instantly.
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. If the authority raises a query on Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 2Trade 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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
In our experience, you sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks is audit-ready.
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.
Documents required
For Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Educational certificates attested by the Slovakia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
- An attested degree for professional activities such as engineering or healthcare
- A passport granted by Slovakia with at least six months' validity
Pricing
Day to day, all prices for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Use the table below to compare packages for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
- 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
Day to day, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks. In practice, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
Just as important, every Abu Dhabi package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped company owners from more than 60 countries with Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Slovaks, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Just as important, most of our Abu Dhabi clients come to us through referrals from other founders, and that is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing.
For most clients, start your Abu Dhabi journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.
Frequently asked questions
Can 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 long does Abu Dhabi mainland company formation take?
With papers and a tenancy contract ready, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) typically issues the licence within 5 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
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.
How long does the process take for Slovak applicants?
In short, processing for Slovaks follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Slovakia that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
Can a Slovak citizen own 100% of a company in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Slovaks can own the full share capital of a Abu Dhabi company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
