Company Registration in Dubai from Pakistan

Ready to expand beyond borders? Pakistani entrepreneurs are discovering Dubai as their launchpad to regional and global markets. At Setup Dubai Business, we’ve helped dozens of Pakistani founders make this move—and we’ll handle the heavy lifting while you stay focused on your business back home.

Why Pakistani Businesses Are Heading to Dubai

The numbers tell the story: thousands of Pakistani entrepreneurs have already set up shop in Dubai. Here’s what’s drawing them:

Strategic positioning – Dubai sits at the crossroads of East and West, giving you access to markets across the Gulf, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Your Pakistani roots combined with a Dubai base? That’s powerful.

Business-friendly setup – Choose from 40+ free zones offering 100% ownership, zero corporate tax, and fast licensing. No need for a local partner in most cases.

Banking & finance – Access international banking facilities, multi-currency accounts, and payment gateways that simplify global business.

Residency benefits – Investor visas for you, employment visas for your team, and the possibility of bringing your family along. Some entrepreneurs even qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa.

Which Business Structure Works for You?

Free Zone Company: Perfect for IT services, consulting, e-commerce, trading, or holding companies. You get 100% ownership, simplified paperwork, and setup typically wraps up in a week. Popular choices for Pakistani entrepreneurs include DMCC, IFZA, and Dubai CommerCity.

Mainland Company: Need to do business directly with UAE customers or government entities? Go mainland. You’ll need an office lease and, for certain activities, a local service agent (though you keep full ownership).

Offshore Company – Planning to trade internationally without operating inside the UAE? An offshore structure works for asset holding and global transactions—just note that it won’t give you residence visas.

How We Get Your Company Up and Running

Step 1: Let’s Talk (No Charge)

We start with a real conversation about your business. What do you sell? Who are your customers? What are your revenue goals? Based on that, we’ll recommend the right structure and give you transparent pricing—no surprises later.

Step 2: Name Your Business

We’ll help you pick a trade name that gets approved (Dubai has specific naming rules) and lock in the business activities that match what you actually do.

Step 3: Documents & Legalization

Here’s where many people get stuck, but we’ve streamlined it. You’ll need:

• Passport copies (valid for at least 6 months)
• Your CNIC (Pakistan national ID)
• Proof of address (recent utility bill or bank statement)
• If a Pakistani company is your shareholder: incorporation certificate, memorandum & articles, board resolution

For mainland companies and some free zones, documents need attestation from Pakistan and legalization for UAE use. We guide you through the Pakistan side and coordinate the UAE embassy/MOFA steps through our network.

Step 4: Incorporation & License

We submit everything to the relevant authority, chase approvals, and get your trade license issued. Free zone companies often accept flexi-desk or virtual office solutions; mainland companies need a physical office, and we’ll help you find one that makes sense.

Step 5: Banking Introduction

UAE banks are thorough—expect detailed KYC reviews and documentation requests. We prepare a complete file (license, shareholders’ passports, business plan, proof of activity) and introduce you to banks we’ve successfully worked with. Most require a face-to-face meeting with signatories; we schedule and prep you for that.

Step 6: Visas & Immigration

Once the company is live, you can apply for your investor visa, sponsor employees, and bring family members. Our PRO team handles medical fitness tests, Emirates ID applications, and visa stamping—all the bureaucracy you’d rather avoid.

What to Expect: Timelines & Investment

Free Zone setup: 3–10 business days after your documents are ready
Mainland setup: 1–4 weeks (depends on activity and necessary approvals)
Bank account opening: 2–8 weeks (varies by bank and how complete your documentation is)

Costs vary widely based on free zone vs. mainland, your license type, office requirements, and how many visas you need. We’ll give you a full breakdown upfront—no hidden fees.

Real Talk About Banking

Let’s be honest: opening a corporate bank account in Dubai isn’t instant. UAE banks take compliance seriously. They’ll want to see your full corporate file, understand your business model, verify your source of funds, and usually meet you in person.

Our advice? Come prepared. The better your documentation and the clearer your business story, the smoother the process. We’ve refined this over years of bank introductions and know what each institution expects.

Visa Paths for Pakistani Nationals

Investor/Partner visa – As a company owner, you qualify for a 2- or 3-year renewable visa
Employee visas – Sponsor your team members
Family sponsorship – Bring your spouse, children, and sometimes parents
Golden Visa – Exceptional entrepreneurs and investors may qualify for 5- or 10-year residence without a sponsor

We’ll assess your eligibility and handle the entire process with immigration authorities.

Why Pakistani Entrepreneurs Choose Us

We speak your language (literally and figuratively). We understand the Pakistan business context, the attestation processes in Karachi, Lahore, or Islamabad, and the cultural nuances that matter.

End-to-end service – From document prep in Pakistan to license issuance in Dubai to your first bank meeting, we’re with you at every step.

Transparent pricing & realistic timelines – We won’t overpromise. You’ll know exactly what to expect before you commit a single dirham.

Support in Spanish, English, Urdu, and Arabic – Whatever works best for you.