UAE Desk
Mainland · Free Zone · Corporate Tax
Open your UAE company
in two weeks.
Free Zone and Mainland registration, UAE Corporate Tax (9%) compliance, VAT filing, and banking setup — handled by a Karachi-based firm with hands-on UAE experience.
9%
Corporate tax rate
0%
Personal income tax
AED 375K
Tax-free threshold
1–2 Wks
Free Zone setup
Services
UAE setup & compliance
Free Zone Company Setup
100% foreign ownership, 0% personal income tax, simplified compliance. Ideal for service businesses and remote operations.
Mainland Company (LLC)
Trade with the UAE domestic market. Required for physical retail, government contracts, and certain professional activities.
Corporate Tax Registration
Mandatory registration with the Federal Tax Authority under UAE Corporate Tax Law (9% on profits above AED 375,000).
Trade License Renewal
Annual trade license renewal across all Emirates and Free Zones with document preparation and authority liaison.
UAE Business Banking
Wio Bank or Mashreq Neo business account setup guidance for Free Zone companies. Paperless process.
UAE Accounting & VAT
Bookkeeping, VAT return filing (5%), and annual Corporate Tax return preparation for UAE-registered entities.
Structure Comparison
Free Zone vs Mainland
| Feature | 🏖️ Free Zone | 🏙️ Mainland |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign ownership | 100% | 100% (since 2021) |
| UAE market access | Via local distributor | Direct |
| Visa eligibility | Yes (depends on zone) | Yes |
| Physical office req. | Flexi-desk often sufficient | Required |
| Setup cost | Lower | Higher |
| Best for | Remote/service businesses | Physical trade, govt contracts |
FAQ
UAE company questions answered
What is the UAE Corporate Tax rate?
Can a Pakistani national set up a UAE company remotely?
Which Free Zone is best for IT / tech companies?
Do I need a UAE visa to operate a Free Zone company?
Is VAT registration mandatory?
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