1 Visa Package
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 16,500
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
MAINLAND · DUBAI
Dubai Mainland Company Formation for Bulgarians
around 5 hours from Sofia · the UAE is 1 to 2 hours ahead of Bulgaria
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 5 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- MainlandLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 5 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 13,200Renewal cost
About Dubai
Why Dubai
For most clients, choosing Dubai mainland gives you a licence that landlords, government departments and large corporate customers recognise without a second thought. A mainland company in Dubai can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. In short, bulgarians are a growing community in IT, hospitality and trading, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Bulgarian applications every day and process them without hesitation. From day one, payments between Bulgaria and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Bulgarian lev (BGN) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Bulgarian business profiles.
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. Dubai hosts the region's largest airport, port and exhibition centre. For Bulgarians, the practical advantages of Dubai are the ease of travel between Bulgaria and the UAE, English is the business language, and a banking system that processes Bulgarian lev (BGN) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Use the table below to compare packages for Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. In short, the figures below for Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
2 Visa Package
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 22,000
- 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 27,500
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
5 Visa Package
5 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 37,400
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 5 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Additional visaAED 3,850
Annual renewalAED 13,200
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 Dubai
Dubai 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 papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- Educational certificates attested by the Bulgaria authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- Passport photographs on a white background
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Attested parent-company papers for corporate shareholders
- A bank statement from your Bulgaria bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
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 Dubai works with GoldenKey
- 1
Activity and legal form
As a rule, we select the correct activity codes from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) list and the legal form, usually a LLC or a sole establishment. For Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 2
Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), including any external approvals your activity needs.
- 3
Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full application with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians.
- 4
Licence, Chamber and immigration
From day one, your Dubai mainland licence is granted, 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 Dubai. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does Dubai mainland company formation take?
With papers and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) usually issues the licence within 4 business days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
How much office space do I need for a Dubai mainland licence?
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.
Do I still need an Emirati partner for a Dubai mainland company?
For most commercial and industrial activities, no. Since 2021 foreign nationals can own 100% of a Dubai mainland LLC. A short list of strategic activities still requires Emirati participation, and GoldenKey checks your activity before you commit.
Can a Bulgarian citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
Yes — Bulgarians can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Bulgarian applicants?
Processing for Bulgarians follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Bulgaria that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
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Good to know
More about Dubai
Why the UAE
The dirham has been pegged to the US dollar since 1997, which removes currency risk for Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians and makes international pricing simple. On the ground, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international customers and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. From day one, our quotations for Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with Dubai mainland company formation for Bulgarians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us.
