At a glance
  • Published package prices rarely equal the full operating budget.
  • Visa allocation and workspace are closely connected.
  • Compare at least a two-year total, including renewals.
01

Core setup costs

Budget for trade name and initial approvals, incorporation and licence fees, establishment or immigration files, and the facility required by the authority. Pricing varies materially by activity, jurisdiction, legal form and shareholder profile.

  • Authority and registration fees
  • Licence and activity charges
  • Office, desk, warehouse or Ejari
  • Immigration and establishment cards
02

People and operating costs

Add entry permits, status change where applicable, medical examination, Emirates ID, health insurance and dependent sponsorship. Banking preparation, bookkeeping, audit, VAT and corporate tax work may also be required.

  • Investor and employee visas
  • Mandatory insurance
  • Accounting and tax filings
  • Sector approvals and deposits
03

Compare like with like

Ask for a written quotation that separates government fees, professional fees, refundable deposits and optional services. Confirm the renewal cost and which items recur annually before deciding.

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Official sources

This guide is informed by current official guidance. Rules, fees and authority practice can change.

Important: This article is general information, not legal, tax, immigration or financial advice. Eligibility and obligations depend on your facts and the current rules of the relevant authority.