License Code · ML-01

Mainland setup for UAE-wide access.

A Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) mainland license lets you trade anywhere in the UAE, bid on government contracts, and open an office wherever your business needs to be.

ML · 01Full Access

Mainland Setup

We handle DET activity approval, initial approval, MOA drafting and license issuance for your mainland company.

UAE-wide market access
Eligible for government tenders
No annual office lease cap

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Why Mainland

Built for founders who need the whole market

—Trade directly across all seven Emirates
—Eligible to bid on UAE government tenders
—No restriction on office location or size
—Broader range of permitted business activities
—Straightforward path to unlimited visa quota

Free Zone vs Mainland

Which structure fits your business?

A quick comparison — we'll walk through your specific activity on the free consultation call.

Factor	Free Zone	Mainland
Ownership	100% foreign	100% foreign
Market Access	Free zone + international	All of UAE
Government Tenders	Not eligible	Eligible
Office Requirement	Flexi-desk options	Physical office required
Setup Speed	Typically faster	Slightly longer

Mainland setup for UAE-wide access.

Mainland Setup

Built for founders who need the whole market

Which structure fits your business?

Ready to go mainland?