Company setup packages in Dubai from NEXORA Business Consultancy start from AED 11,000 for a Dubai mainland company, AED 5,999 for a UAE free zone company and AED 18,000 for a UAE offshore company. Which one fits depends on where you will trade, how many visas you need and whether you need an office. After reviewing your business activity, the team confirms the final scope, government fees and timeline in writing. Terms and conditions apply, and government fees and rules vary by activity and authority.
In this guide
- How much do company setup packages in Dubai cost?
- Which company setup package should I choose?
- What does each package include?
- Mainland, free zone or offshore: which structure fits?
- What changes the final cost?
- How does company setup with NEXORA Business Consultancy work?
- Frequently asked questions
How much do company setup packages in Dubai cost?
These are the starting prices of NEXORA Business Consultancy’s three company setup packages:
| Package | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai mainland company setup | From AED 11,000 | Retail, trading and local services |
| UAE free zone company setup | From AED 5,999 | Startups, consultants and online business |
| UAE offshore company formation | From AED 18,000 | Holding and international trade |
A starting price is the entry point for the package. Your written proposal shows the package, the government fees and the professional fees separately, so you can see what each part costs before you commit.
Which company setup package should I choose?
Choose by where your customers are and whether you need UAE residence visas:
- You sell to customers across the UAE (retail, trading or local services): a Dubai mainland company, from AED 11,000.
- You are a startup, consultant or online business and want the lowest starting price with visa options: a UAE free zone company, from AED 5,999.
- You hold assets or trade internationally and do not need UAE residence visas or a UAE office: a UAE offshore company, from AED 18,000.
What does each package include?
Dubai mainland company setup, from AED 11,000:
- Full ownership for most activities.
- Investor and employee visa options.
- Fast licence processing for eligible activities.
- Corporate bank account opening support.
UAE free zone company setup, from AED 5,999:
- Full foreign ownership.
- Visa assistance.
- A choice of free zones, including IFZA.
- Corporate bank account opening support.
UAE offshore company formation, from AED 18,000:
- Full foreign ownership.
- Registered agent services.
- Remote formation for non-residents.
- Banking assistance.
See the full service pages: business setup in Dubai mainland, business setup in Dubai free zones and offshore company formation.
Mainland, free zone or offshore: which structure fits?
The right structure depends on where your customers are. Invest in Dubai, the official business set-up portal, describes a mainland company as the path for businesses that want to trade within the UAE and trade freely across it. Here is how the three compare:
| Mainland | Free zone | Offshore | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade inside the UAE | Anywhere in the UAE | Inside the free zone and abroad; mainland trade needs extra steps | Not allowed inside the UAE |
| Residence visas | Available, based on office space | Available, based on zone and package | Not available through the company |
| Office requirement | Physical office usually required | Flexi desk or office, depending on the zone | No physical office required |
| Starting price with NEXORA Business Consultancy | From AED 11,000 | From AED 5,999 | From AED 18,000 |
For a deeper comparison of the two most common choices, read mainland vs free zone company in Dubai.
What changes the final cost?
The final quote moves with four things:
- Business activity: government fees and rules vary by activity and by the licensing authority.
- Visas: how many investor and employee visas you need, and for mainland companies, the office space that supports them.
- Office: a physical office for most mainland companies, or a flexi desk or office in a free zone.
- Package scope and third-party costs: for offshore companies, package scope and additional third-party costs are confirmed before you proceed.
That is why NEXORA Business Consultancy reviews your activity first and then sends a written proposal with the government and professional fees listed.
How does company setup with NEXORA Business Consultancy work?
- A consultation to review your idea, activity, budget and timeline.
- A written proposal with the package, government fees and professional fees.
- Clear guidance on mainland, free zone or offshore setup and the licence that matches your activity.
- Document collection, name reservation, approvals and licence issuance handled through one contact.
- Help with corporate bank account opening.
- Visa support for owners, investors and staff through PRO services.
- VAT registration and corporate tax registration, so your company starts compliant.
- Ongoing accounting and bookkeeping, trade licence renewal and business advice as you grow.
Before you start, check the documents required for company registration in the UAE and how long UAE company setup takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to set up a company in Dubai?
With NEXORA Business Consultancy, company setup packages start from AED 11,000 for a Dubai mainland company, from AED 5,999 for a UAE free zone company and from AED 18,000 for a UAE offshore company. The final quote depends on your business activity, visas and office, and government fees vary by activity and authority.
What is the cheapest company setup package in Dubai?
Among NEXORA Business Consultancy’s packages, the free zone package has the lowest starting price, from AED 5,999. It suits startups, consultants and online businesses that do not need to trade directly on the UAE mainland.
Can a free zone company trade anywhere in the UAE?
A free zone company trades inside its free zone and abroad. Trading on the UAE mainland needs extra steps. If most of your customers are in the UAE, a mainland company, from AED 11,000, is usually the better fit.
Does an offshore company get UAE residence visas?
No. Residence visas are not available through an offshore company, and it cannot trade inside the UAE. Offshore companies are used for holding assets and international trade.
Do I need a physical office for a mainland company?
A physical office is usually required for a Dubai mainland company, and residence visas depend on the office space. Free zones offer a flexi desk or an office depending on the zone, and offshore companies need no physical office.
What is included in a NEXORA Business Consultancy setup package?
Each package covers the company formation for its structure, with corporate bank account opening support or banking assistance. Mainland packages include investor and employee visa options, free zone packages include visa assistance and a choice of free zones including IFZA, and offshore packages include registered agent services and remote formation for non-residents.
Contact NEXORA Business Consultancy
- Business: NEXORA Business Consultancy
- Address: Office 15, 1st Floor, Dubai National Insurance Building, Port Saeed, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (near Deira City Centre Metro)
- Phone: +971 58 257 8676
- WhatsApp: +971 58 257 8676
- Email: info@nexorabizz.com
- Office hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 to 18:00
