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 Irish nationals
around 7.5 hours from Dublin · the UAE is 3 to 4 hours ahead of Ireland
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
Day to day, mainland company formation in Dubai is the right choice when your customers are inside the UAE, when you need a shop, clinic or contracting classification, or when visa quota matters. GoldenKey helps founders compare Dubai mainland with the nearby free zones honestly, because the right answer depends on where your customers are. The most common businesses Irish nationals open through GoldenKey are in aviation leasing, construction, education and hospitality, although Dubai supports almost any activity. Crucially, payments between Ireland and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, euro (EUR) transfers settle fast and UAE banks are familiar with Irish business profiles.
In our experience, ejari-registered office space is required for most licence types. For most clients, popular districts for a Dubai mainland office include Business Bay, Deira, Bur Dubai, Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Al Quoz, each with different rent levels and customer footfall. For Irish nationals, the practical advantages of Dubai are the ease of travel between Ireland and the UAE, English is the working language in both countries, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
As a rule, all prices for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Pricing for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
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
For Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals the registrar asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport issued by Ireland with at least six months' validity
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- Passport copies of all shareholders and the manager
- Educational certificates attested by the Ireland authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visaif 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 Dubai works with GoldenKey
- 1
Activity and legal form
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.
- 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. Your portal shows the status of this step for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals in real time.
- 3
Office, MOA and submission
Importantly, the memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).
- 4
Licence, Chamber and immigration
Crucially, your Dubai mainland licence is released, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Your portal shows the status of this step for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals in real time.
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?
Just as important, with paperwork and a tenancy contract ready, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) normally issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
Can a Dubai 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 Dubai mainland licence?
For most clients, 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 Irish nationals need a UAE visa before applying for Dubai?
No. You can apply for the licence from Ireland with scanned papers, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
Can a Irish citizen own 100% of a company in Dubai?
Yes. Irish nationals can own the full share capital of a Dubai company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
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Good to know
More about Dubai
Why the UAE
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many entrepreneurs choose it as a base for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything. Most of our Dubai 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 Dubai mainland company formation for Irish nationals for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
