WhatsApp quoteSince the 2021 ownership reforms, most Abu Dhabi mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. An Abu Dhabi mainland licence, issued 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. Turkish construction groups, food brands and textile exporters are major players in the UAE market, which gives Turkish entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Abu Dhabi licence is issued. Day to day, 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
For most clients, 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. An Abu Dhabi mainland company can apply for an unlimited visa quota in proportion to its office space, which free zone packages cannot match. From day one, for Turkish nationals, the practical advantages of Abu Dhabi are the ease of travel between Türkiye and the UAE, English is the working language; Turkish-speaking advisers are available, and a banking system that processes Turkish lira (TRY) transfers daily.
How Abu Dhabi works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
GoldenKey maps your business to the right Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) activity codes and recommends the legal form that fits ownership and liability needs. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey files the name reservation and initial-approval request with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and obtains sector approvals where needed.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
You sign the memorandum of association before the notary or online, we register your tenancy contract and submit the full file. If the authority raises a query on Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Importantly, with the licence in hand we register with the Chamber of Commerce and open the immigration and MOHRE files for your visas.
Documents required
On the ground, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals.
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- A bank statement from your Türkiye bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- A passport released by Türkiye with at least six months' validity
- Passport photographs on a white background
Pricing
In practice, use the table below to compare packages for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
- 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
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 Turkish nationals for international business owners. Just as important, the dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals and makes international pricing simple.
Why GoldenKey
To be clear, 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. Most of our Abu Dhabi clients come to us through referrals from other founders, so we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. GoldenKey's consultants have handled Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Day to day, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a consultant will walk you through Abu Dhabi mainland company formation for Turkish nationals step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
Can I convert my free zone company to a Abu Dhabi mainland company?
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.
How long does the process take for Turkish applicants?
As a rule, 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.
Can a Turkish citizen own 100% of a company in Abu Dhabi?
It can. Turkish nationals can own the full share capital of a Abu Dhabi company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
