Full Analysis of Information Documents for the Establishment of Foreign-funded Companies in Dubai

In the global business landscape, Dubai is like a shining pearl, attracting the attention of global investors with its superior geographical location, loose policies and modern infrastructure. If you plan to set up a foreign company in Dubai, a comprehensive preparation of a series of materials is the key to a successful business trip.

Dubai Foreign Company Establishment Information

1. Basic data

company name: at least three English company names shall be provided for search, to ensure that the name is not registered and does not overlap with the existing company name, to comply with local laws and regulations, to avoid the use of specific terms (such as "guarantee", "bank", "insurance", etc.) and infringe on the trademark rights and interests of others.

Company type: specify the type of company, such as limited liability company (LLC), free zone company, foreign company branch, offshore company, etc., different types in terms of shareholder requirements, registered address, tax policy, etc.

Registered address: Provide a valid Dubai company address certificate, which can be a leased or self-purchased office address. Leasing requires a lease contract, self-purchase requires a proof of ownership, and in some cases, a lease contract (Ejari) may be provided as a supplementary document.

2. Information of shareholders and directors

passport scan: Shareholders and directors are required to provide a clear and complete passport scan, notarized and certified if required locally. Taking Hong Kong companies as shareholders as an example, all Hong Kong company information such as Hong Kong company's registration certificate, articles of association, new business registration certificate, new annual declaration form, etc. must be provided for public certification (double certification) or Hague certification. At the same time, the legal person or director of the shareholder company must also provide scanned copies of passport and ID card, address certificate for the past three months (English version required), telephone number and email address.

Address Certificate: The scanned address certificate of shareholders and directors can be a water and electricity bill or a bank statement. If the address certificate is only in Chinese, it must be translated into English and notarized.

Scanned copy of the stamp page of the entry passport: if it is a natural person shareholder or director and there are relevant local requirements, it is necessary to provide a scanned copy of the stamp page of the entry passport to Dubai in person.

3. Company Information

articles of Association: need to be formulated according to the type of company and local laws and regulations, clarify the company name, business scope, shareholder information, etc., in some cases may need to be notarized (if applicable).

Resolutions of the Board of Directors and Resolutions of the Board of Directors: If the Company is a shareholder or director of a body corporate, these documents are to be provided and notarized (if applicable).

Company business license: if the company is a corporate body as a shareholder or director, a scanned copy of the company's business license is required, and the business license needs to be notarized.

Business Plan: A detailed description of the company's business model, market analysis, financial forecasts and other important content, help the relevant departments to understand the company's development planning and business prospects, the company's registration approval process has an important impact.

4. Other specific documents

industry-specific documents: Depending on the nature of the company's business and the region in which it is located, specific industry-specific documents may be required. For example, financial institutions are required to provide anti-money laundering policy documents; medical institutions are required to submit pre-approval letters for health permits; e-commerce enterprises are required to apply for DED e-merchant licenses; education enterprises are required to pass KHDA certification; and financial enterprises are required to obtain a central bank or DFSA license (which takes 3-6 months).

Import and export licensing documents: If the company is involved in import and export business, it may be necessary to obtain approval from Dubai Customs and provide relevant import and export licensing documents.

Bank Credit Letter: Depending on local policy requirements, a bank credit letter may also be required to demonstrate the company's financial strength and creditworthiness.

Authorization for incorporation and bank account opening: This authorization requires certification from the UAE Embassy in the relevant agency.

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