Company formation

Branch of a foreign company

Open a UAE branch of your existing overseas company. Keep one legal entity globally while accessing the UAE market.

35,000 AEDFrom
20–30 business daysTimeline
6Items included
5Stages

What is included

Everything below is covered by your fixed package — no hidden government fees, no surprise add-ons.

  • DET / free zone registration
  • Authentication and attestation of parent docs
  • Local Service Agent (LSA) appointment
  • Office lease (Ejari)
  • Establishment card and labour file
  • Manager visa and Emirates ID

How it works

A predictable journey from first call to license in hand. Most clients finish in 20–30 business days.

  1. Discovery call. Free consultation — we understand your goals, budget and timeline.
  2. Proposal. We send a detailed proposal with selected jurisdiction, license type and full cost breakdown.
  3. Document collection. We assist gathering and notarizing every document. You sign — we do the rest.
  4. Submission & approval. We file with the authority, follow up daily and resolve any queries on your behalf.
  5. Handover. You receive license, Emirates ID, visa and bank account. We stay for ongoing PRO support.

Documents required

Send these by email or WhatsApp — we tell you what is missing before you spend on attestation.

  • Certificate of Incorporation (attested)
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association (attested)
  • Board resolution authorising the branch
  • Power of Attorney for the branch manager
  • Audited financials of last 2 years

FAQ

Does a branch pay tax separately? +

A branch is the same legal entity as the parent, but it pays UAE 9% corporate tax on UAE-sourced profits above AED 375,000.

Can the branch sign contracts? +

Yes — under the authority granted in the board resolution and POA.

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