WhatsApp quoteTo be clear, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Dubai mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection company owners used to have. A Dubai mainland licence, issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), lets your company trade anywhere in the UAE, bid for government work and open as many branches as you need. GoldenKey has Hungarian customers from Budapest, Debrecen and Szeged, and our consultants understand the documents granted in Hungary and how to attest them for the UAE. From day one, hungarians are a community of engineers, doctors, IT professionals and hospitality staff, so the Dubai authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Hungarian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Dubai
To be clear, among the strengths of a Dubai mainland licence are unrestricted UAE-wide trading and Government and corporate tenders, so local service businesses gravitate here. Instant Licence lets some activities start within minutes with a one-year office exemption. GoldenKey has prepared Dubai files for Hungarian clients in healthcare, IT services, engineering and food exports, which means we know which Hungary supporting documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Dubai works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We select the correct activity codes from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) list and the legal form, as a rule a LLC or a sole establishment. We keep a written record of this step so your file for Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians is audit-ready.
Step 2Trade 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.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
After the MOA is signed and the office tenancy registered, GoldenKey lodges the full request with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). We keep a written record of this step so your file for Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians is audit-ready.
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Dubai mainland licence is issued, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin.
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians.
- Educational certificates attested by the Hungary authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A bank statement from your Hungary bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- A passport issued by Hungary with at least six months' validity
- Attested parent-company supporting documents for corporate shareholders
Pricing
All prices for Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians 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
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 3,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 12,000 |
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
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians predictable. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves without delay. Day to day, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians happen the same day they are ready. From day one, every Dubai 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.
Message GoldenKey now and we will prepare a personalised quotation for Dubai mainland company formation for Hungarians, valid for 30 days and confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert my free zone company to a Dubai mainland company?
In short, 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 Dubai mainland company formation take?
With documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) typically issues the licence within 4 working days (Monday to Friday). External approvals for regulated activities add time.
What is the difference between Dubai 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 Hungarian citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
Absolutely. Hungarians can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Hungarians need a UAE visa before applying for Dubai?
No. You can apply for the licence from Hungary with scanned documents, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
