Build Your Business Presence in UAE
Incorporate your company in the mainland or freezone with tailored guidance on the right structure, licensing, tax, banking and visas, backed by growth partners which support your UAE business beyond incorporation. Relocating personally rather than just expanding your business? See our guide to moving to the UAE. Looking for a UAE-based team to handle incorporation and compliance directly on the ground? Visit VIVOS UAE.
What Stage Is Your UAE Business At?
Whether you are planning your first move into Dubai or strengthening an established UAE operation, VIVOS helps you make informed decisions around structure, licensing, compliance and regional growth.
Entering UAE for the First Time?
We help you assess the right route for your company setup, whether mainland, freezone, or offshore.
From there, we support you with everything that follows, including UAE residence visas, activity selection, bank account opening, and local tax compliance for Corporate Tax and VAT so you can focus on your business while we handle the rest.
Managing an Existing UAE Operation?
As your UAE business evolves, whether through growth, restructuring, or staying compliant, we handle licence renewals and amendments (officer changes, address changes, share transfers, share increases), the full residence visa process from medical test to Emirates ID, and ongoing needs like Corporate Tax filing, VAT returns, accounting, payroll, audit readiness, AML compliance, and company closures.
Why UAE Is Gaining Business Focus Now?
UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi and also the other up and coming emirates) offers a compelling mix of market access, business infrastructure, global connectivity and investor-friendly setup options, making it a strong base for companies entering the UAE and expanding across wider regional markets.
- 100% Ownership, Flexible Structures — Retain full ownership across mainland and free zone options, with the setup tailored to how you plan to operate and grow, and access to remote incorporation in most cases.
- Gateway to the GCC and Beyond — Use the UAE as a base to reach customers, investors, and partners across the GCC and wider international markets.
- Streamlined, Discreet Setup — Move through licensing, registration, and approvals with structured guidance, while company documents and ownership records are managed with care and in line with compliance requirements.
- Competitive Tax Environment — Operate within one of the GCC’s most competitive tax regimes, while staying aligned with Corporate Tax, VAT, and filing obligations.
How We Work?
1. Assess & Structure
We assess your business goals and recommend the right structure and location whether it is mainland, free zone or offshore.
2. Implement & Maintain Compliance
We manage company setup, licensing, banking support, and ongoing Corporate Tax, VAT, accounting, payroll, AML, and regulatory compliance.
3. Advise on Growth
We provide ongoing strategic and corporate support as your business grows and evolves.
Advisory-Led Corporate Services in Dubai
VIVOS provides tailored corporate and operational support for businesses entering or managing a presence in Dubai. Our work is guided by your goals, your people and the decisions that matter most to your plans. engagement covers the following:
Business Setup and Structuring
Set up your UAE presence with the right mainland, freezone and offshore structures.
Services include:
- Mainland company setup
- Trade licence applications drafting
- Freezone company formation
- Offshore company structures
- Notarisation & attestation of board resolutions and power of attorneys
- Immigration establishment card
- Labour file opening
- Organisation of lease issuance
- Business activity selection
- Name reservation
Immigration Services
Immigration Services
Manage residence visas, renewals and government processes with structured support and clear documentation.
Services include:
- Investor, partner, and employment visas
- Residence and dependent visa applications
- Visa renewals and cancellations
- Emirates ID and medical process guidance
- MOHRE support for mainland employees
- Government liaison and document processing
Banking Readiness
Banking Readiness
Prepare the information and documents commonly required by UAE banks for account opening and review.
Services include:
- Bank account preparation support
- Ownership and source-of-funds documentation
- Business activity explanation
- Transaction profile preparation
- KYC document review
- Bank meeting coordination support
- Ongoing banking documentation support
Accounting and Bookkeeping
Accounting and Bookkeeping
Keep your financial records accurate, organised and ready for management, tax and compliance review.
Services include:
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting records management
- Management accounts
- MIS reporting
- Account review and reconciliation
- Financial statement preparation support
- Cost and expense tracking
- Ongoing finance administration
UAE Tax Services
Manage your Corporate Tax and VAT obligations with clear guidance and timely compliance support.
Services include:
- Corporate Tax registration
- Corporate Tax filing support
- VAT registration
- VAT return filing
- Tax compliance review
- Tax residency support
- Freezone tax considerations
- Customs registration and renewal support
License & Registration Amendments
License & Registration Amendments
Stay aligned with UAE regulatory requirements as your business grows and changes.
Services include:
- Trade licence renewals
- Activity amendments
- Share transfers
- Share increases
- Company name changes
- Officer changes
- Address Changes
- AML compliance support
- Beneficial ownership updates records
Audit Readiness and Assurance Coordination
Audit Readiness and Assurance Coordination
Prepare your records for audit, review or liquidation requirements, with support in coordinating with approved auditors where required.
Services include:
- Audit readiness review
- Management report preparation
- Compliance report support
- Revenue and transaction review
- Internal record checks
- Liquidation report coordination
- Approved auditor coordination
Business Advisory
Business Advisory
Receive practical advice on market entry, restructuring, governance and long-term UAE business decisions.
Services include:
- UAE market entry advisory
- Business restructuring
- Expansion planning
- Governance support
- Investor and board reporting support
- Group structuring advisory
- Operational change support
- Ongoing strategic advisory
Why Clients Choose VIVOS?
Built by Entrepreneurs,
for Entrepreneurs
We understand the realities of starting and growing a business, and design our support to solve real-world challenges.
Partner-Led
Support
Senior advisers remain involved from first consultation through setup, compliance and ongoing operations.
100+ Years of
Combined Experience
Our partners bring deep corporate, regulatory and cross-border advisory experience across the group.
400+ UAE Companies
Incorporated
Our partners have guided many clients through incorporation, visas, amendments, compliance and closures in the UAE.
Tailored to Your
Business
No fixed packages. We recommend the route best suited to your activities, ownership, hiring and growth plans.
Start Your Dubai Business
with Confidence
Work with a partner-led team that helps you structure, set up and manage your UAE business beyond incorporation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foreigners set up a business in Dubai?
Yes. Foreign investors can set up a business in Dubai through mainland, freezone or offshore structures. The right option depends on your activity, ownership needs, visa plans, banking requirements and growth strategy.
Can I own 100% of my Dubai company?
In most cases, yes. 100% foreign ownership is available across mainland and free zone structures, with the exception of a small number of business activities reserved exclusively for the UAE government or government-linked entities.
Should I choose a mainland or freezone company?
A mainland company may suit businesses operating across the UAE or in industries where a physical mainland presence is mandatory, while a free zone company may suit sector-specific, international, or location-based operations. VIVOS helps you compare both before you commit.
What services does VIVOS provide in Dubai?
VIVOS supports business setup, mainland and freezone company formation, licensing, Corporate Tax, VAT, accounting, bookkeeping, banking readiness, PRO services, and residence visas.
Can VIVOS help after the company is incorporated?
Yes. Our support spans the full lifecycle of your business, from incorporation through ongoing operations up until the closure of your business. We assist with licence renewals, amendments, tax filings, bookkeeping, payroll, regulatory filings, visas, banking documentation, and ongoing corporate administration.
When is VAT registration required in the UAE?
VAT registration is generally mandatory when taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000. Businesses above the voluntary threshold of AED 187,500 may also choose to register.
Can VIVOS help with a UAE corporate bank account?
Yes. We help prepare the company documents, ownership details, business activity information, transaction profile and source-of-funds documents commonly requested by UAE banks.
Can I set up a Dubai company remotely?
In many cases, the setup process can begin remotely. Physical presence may still be required for specific approvals, banking, Emirates ID, medical tests or visa-related steps.
Can VIVOS help with visas?
Yes. We support investor visas, employment visas, residence visas, dependent visas, renewals, cancellations, Emirates ID guidance, MOHRE processes and related government documentation.
Why choose VIVOS over a low-cost setup provider?
VIVOS is built for clients who want a trusted advisor, not just a one-off transaction, someone who stays involved for the life of their business. You are served directly by experts with deep experience in UAE company incorporations. We assess your specific needs and recommend the structure and services best suited to you, backed by responsive support and complete transparency throughout.
