A UAE mainland branch allows a foreign company to conduct business in the UAE under the parent company's name while maintaining 100% foreign ownership, subject to regulatory approvals.
Yes. A foreign company can generally retain 100% ownership of its UAE mainland branch, provided it complies with all licensing and regulatory requirements.
Common documents include the parent company’s certificate of incorporation, board resolution, memorandum and articles of association, audited financial statements, and passport copies of authorized representatives.
Depending on the business activity and applicable regulations, a local service agent may be required to facilitate administrative and government-related procedures.
The timeline varies based on approvals and documentation requirements, but most branch registrations are completed within a few weeks once all documents are submitted.
Yes. Once licensed and registered, the branch can generally apply for employee visas, subject to labor and immigration regulations in the UAE.
Flying Colour assists with company formation, document preparation, government approvals, licensing, visa processing, corporate banking support, and ongoing compliance requirements.
