Business Registrations

Begin your entrepreneurial journey by registering your business with our expert services! Whether you are forming sole proprietorship or a partnership or a company or any other legal structure, we specialize in guiding businesses through the entire registration process.

With our comprehensive business registration services, you can transform your business idea into a legally recognized entity. From choosing the appropriate business structure to handling all the paperwork and legal formalities, we are here to provide you seamless and hassle-free registration services

Choosing the best suitable business structure depends on the following factors:

  • Ownership and control
  • Scalability and growth
  • Liability protection
  • Tax implications
  • Compliance requirements
  • Cost of formation
  • Continuity and succession planning

Factors

Sole Proprietorship

Partnership Firm

Limited Liability Partnership

Private Limited Company

Public Limited Company

Legal Status

Not a separate legal entity

Not a separate legal entity

Separate legal entity

Separate legal entity

Separate legal entity

Control and management

Proprietor is the sole owner

Partners of the firm are owners

Partners of the firm are owners

Controlled by Board of Directors

Controlled by Board of Directors

Minimum and maximum members

Minimum: 1
Maximum: 1

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 20

Minimum: 2
Maximum: No limit

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 200

Minimum: 7
Maximum: Unlimited

Registration requirement

No formal registration required

Registered under Partnership Act, 1932

Registered under Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008

Registered under Companies Act, 2013

Registered under Companies Act, 2013

Capital raising options

Limited to personal funds

Limited to partner’s contribution

Limited to partner’s contribution

Easier to raise capital through equity, venture capital, etc.

Can raise capital through public issues of shares and debentures

Liability protection

Unlimited Liability

Unlimited Liability

Limited to the extent of contribution

Limited to the extent of shares held

Limited to the extent of shares held

Taxation

Taxed as individual income

Taxed as partnership (30% + Cess)

Taxed as partnership (30% + Cess)

Corporate tax at 25% + cess

Corporate tax at 25% + cess

Compliance

Minimal

Moderate

Moderate to high

High

Very High

Continuity and succession planning

Depends on the proprietor

Dissolved upon death/ retirement of a partner 

Perpetual succession

Perpetual succession

Perpetual succession

Suitable for

Small businesses with one owner

Small businesses with two or more partners

Service oriented businesses, professionals, etc.

Startups, growing businesses

Large businesses

INDIAN Business Registrations

US Business Registrations

MIDDLE EAST Business Registrations

Steps involved for establishing Company in Dubai

  • Define your business activity
  • Select your business structure
  • Register business name
  • Identify Business location
  • Apply for business license
  • Visa arrangements for investors and employees
  • Emirates ID Acquisition
  • UAE Bank account opening

Business Structure

When forming a business in Dubai, choosing the proper legal structure is crucial, not just in free zones but also on the mainland and offshore. Here’s a broader look at the options:

Free Zone Company

In UAE’s free zones, you have a variety of legal structures to choose from for your business, each with its own set of rules and benefits:

  • Free Zone Limited Liability Company (FZ LLC): This type of company offers limited liability to shareholders and is suitable for businesses with multiple owners, individuals, or corporate entities.
  • Free Zone Company (FZ Co.): A variation of the FZ LLC, it differs mainly in the specifics set by the free zone authority.
  • Free Zone Establishment (FZE): Ideal for single shareholders, providing limited liability within a sole ownership structure.

Mainland Company

In the Mainland, you have a variety of legal structures to choose from for your business:

  • Limited Liability Company (LLC): Popular on the mainland, an LLC provides limited liability to its owners and allows for a wide range of business activities.
  • Sole Proprietorship: Ideal for individual entrepreneurs, granting complete control but with personal liability for business debts.
  • Civil Company: Tailored for professional services like consulting, law, or accounting, allowing professional partnerships.
  • Branch or Representative Office: This allows foreign companies to establish a presence in Dubai suitable for marketing and business activities within regulatory constraints
  • Partnership Company: A collaborative structure for two or more partners, suitable for businesses that benefit from shared management and responsibilities.
  • Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC): Designed for large ventures, allowing public share offerings with stringent regulatory adherence.
  • Private Joint Stock Company (PrJSC): This is similar to PJSC but for private share distributions, ideal for sizable private ventures.

Offshore Company

In UAE’s free zones, you have a variety of legal structures to choose from for your business, each with its own set of rules and benefits:

  • Offshore Foundation: A non-shareholder entity typically used by non-profits or for asset management, providing a distinct legal structure.
  • Offshore Trust: Focuses on asset protection and beneficiary planning, which is beneficial for privacy and legal protection, with Dubai’s tax haven status adding extra advantages.
  • Limited Liability Company (Offshore LLC): This type of company offers limited liability and is generally exempt from local taxes, which is ideal for international businesses without a physical presence in Dubai.
  • International Business Company (IBC): This type of company is suitable for international operations, exempt from local taxes and duties, and often used for trading, investment, or as a holding company.

Each structure caters to specific business models, scales, and objectives, from individual entrepreneurs to large multinational corporations.

Other common registrations

We proactively provide a comprehensive range of essential registrations that are crucial for any business, regardless of its legal structure. These registrations help ensure your business complies with all statutory and regulatory requirements, enabling smooth and hassle-free operations. Here is an overview of the common registrations we offer:

  • Permanent Account Number (PAN) registration
  • Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) registration
  • Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration
  • VAT Registration
  • Professional Tax (PT) registration
  • Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Registration
  • Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Registration
  • Employer Identification Number (EIN) Registration
  • Free Zone Company
  • Labour license – Shops and Establishments Act Registration
  • MSME Registration

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