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Licence and registration
Authority charges for the selected licence, company registration and applicable approvals.
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UAE Business Setup Costs Explained
Build a realistic setup budget by separating licence charges, premises, visas and professional support. Compare the full first year and renewal costs before choosing a package.
What makes up the total?
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Premises or workspace
The lease, desk, office, warehouse or facility arrangement required for the activity and chosen route.
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Immigration and visas
Applicable establishment or immigration file charges and the processing stages for each eligible applicant.
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Professional support
The consultancy and administration work listed in MNK’s written proposal.
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Specialist requirements
Additional approvals, translations, attestations or specialist advice needed for the actual application.
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Ongoing operation
Renewal, bookkeeping, tax compliance, insurance, banking charges and other recurring business costs.
Compare packages on the same basis
A zero-visa licence and a package with residence processing are not equivalent. Check how many activities are permitted, what workspace is included and whether any government or third-party charges are payable later.
Ask whether the quoted price is promotional, whether VAT applies and what the renewal price will be. Confirm what happens if an approval is refused, documents need additional work or your requirements change.
Questions to put beside every quotation
- Which authority, legal form and activities does the price cover?
- Is a workspace or lease included, and does it support the visa allocation required?
- Which immigration, medical and identity stages are included or excluded?
- What is the MNK service fee, and what work does it cover?
- What are the first-year and renewal totals on the same assumptions?
- Which charges may change following the authority’s assessment?
Use estimates for planning
The website estimator uses clearly labelled sample figures to show how jurisdiction and visa count affect a budget. It is not an authority tariff or a binding quotation. Request a current itemised proposal for the exact business you intend to establish.
Frequently asked questions
Why are two licence quotes so different?
They may cover different authorities, activities, visa arrangements, facilities, approval work or promotional periods. Compare the inclusions line by line.
Is the lowest starting price the cheapest overall?
Not necessarily. Additional required charges and renewal costs can change the overall comparison. Match the package to the actual operating requirements.
Does the estimate include bank account approval?
No. Bank onboarding is a separate process. Assistance can be included in the service scope, but approval and account terms remain the bank’s decision.
Official guidance
Make your next step a clear one
Tell us your activity, goals and timeline. MNK can help organise a suitable scope and current quotation.