When entrepreneurs consider launching a company in Dubai, one of the first decisions they face is whether to establish a Mainland LLC or a Free Zone LLC.
- Dubai Mainland LLC
- Licensed by the Department of Economy & Tourism (DET).
- Allows you to trade freely across the UAE market and internationally.
- Offers flexibility in office locations and the ability to work with government contracts.
- Requires more compliance and sometimes higher setup costs.
- Dubai Free Zone LLC
- Operates within one of Dubai’s 45+ Free Zones.
- Provides 100% foreign ownership, tax benefits, and simplified setup.
- Ideal for businesses focused on international trade, e-commerce, or niche industries.
- Direct trade within the UAE mainland is restricted unless you work with a local distributor.
👉 The choice really depends on your business model, target market, and growth plans. If you want unrestricted access to the UAE market, Mainland may be better. If you want ownership freedom and global reach, Free Zone could be the smarter move.
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