Set up your business in Dubai.
We provide company formation, licensing, visas, banking, accounting, tax, and ongoing corporate support.
20+
years supporting UAE and international business setup
480+
Google reviews from clients and business owners
18
free zone and offshore routes covered in our guidance
AED 4,000
starting price for a UAE freelance permit
Our services
Zenesis handles company setup, visas, banking, tax, and ongoing compliance for UAE businesses.
Our premier clients
Companies that work with Zenesis on incorporation, compliance, residency, and business administration.








Awards and recognition
Zenesis received the Excellence in Company Formation Award in Dubai in 2025.
Best Real Estate Management Consultancy of the Year
Dubai, UAE ยท 2025
Excellence in Company Formation Award
Leadership profile
Cecilia D'Cunha in Global Leaders Today
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Direct answers
Common questions on setup routes, structures, visas, banking, attestation, and ongoing compliance in the UAE.
01How do I choose between mainland, free zone, and offshore setup?+
The route depends on how the business will operate after incorporation. Mainland usually suits businesses that need direct UAE market access. Free zones often suit consultants, startups, digital businesses, and international operators seeking a packaged setup. Offshore structures are generally used for holding, asset ownership, and specific international arrangements. Zenesis compares these options before an application is filed.
02How much does business setup in Dubai cost with Zenesis?+
Zenesis business setup consultancy prices start from AED 4,000 for freelance permits, AED 7,000 for free zone company setup without visa, AED 15,000 for free zone company setup with visa, AED 10,000 for mainland company setup, AED 7,500 to AED 15,000 for UAE offshore company setup, and AED 8,000 to AED 15,000 for international offshore company setup. Final pricing depends on jurisdiction, business activity, visa requirements, government fees, office package, and approvals.
03What company structures can Zenesis help set up in the UAE?+
Zenesis can help with mainland, free zone, and offshore company setup in the UAE. That includes helping you compare structures such as sole proprietorships, LLCs, partnerships, civil companies, branch offices, representative offices, PJSCs, PrJSCs, and joint ventures based on the business activity, ownership plan, and how the company needs to operate.
04Can Zenesis help compare specific free zones?+
Yes. Zenesis compares free zones such as DMCC, Dubai South, IFZA, Meydan, Shams, RAKEZ, Ajman Free Zone, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone, Fujairah Free Zone, and Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone. The comparison covers business activity, package terms, visa requirements, and operating needs.
05Can Zenesis help with business banking and KYC preparation?+
Yes. Zenesis can support UAE business bank account opening, KYC preparation, compliance documents, and coordination around the banking process. This usually matters early because the company structure, shareholder profile, and business activity all affect how the bank reviews the application.
06Can Zenesis help with visas after company setup?+
Yes. Zenesis can help with both company visas and Golden Visa support. Company visa support typically covers the setup, labor approvals, entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, and residency process. Golden Visa support can be relevant for investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, researchers, creatives, and qualifying students or graduates.
07Do I need document attestation for UAE setup or residency matters?+
In many cases, yes. Personal, educational, and commercial documents may need formal attestation before a UAE authority will accept them. Zenesis can help review the document type, explain the attestation path, and coordinate the steps across home-country legalization, embassy action, and MOFA where required.
08What accounting and tax support can Zenesis handle after setup?+
Zenesis can support bookkeeping, VAT registration and filing, corporate tax registration, and annual corporate tax filing after setup. That can include VAT registration assessment and application preparation, recurring bookkeeping, VAT reconciliations, payroll support, audit-ready records, and work across accounting tools such as QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, and Excel.
09Can Zenesis help if my business is already running in the UAE?+
Yes. Zenesis also supports existing UAE businesses with bookkeeping, VAT registration and filing, corporate tax, renewals, document handling, banking preparation, and other corporate services.
10What happens after the first consultation?+
Zenesis first reviews the activity, ownership, visa requirements, and operating plans. The team then compares setup routes, prepares the documents, manages the licensing process, and coordinates follow-on work such as banking, visas, bookkeeping, VAT, and corporate tax.




















