Secure a 100% foreign-owned mainland license with the UAE's lowest operational costs. Access all seven emirates and scale your business with maximum capital efficiency.
Year 1 Cost (0 Visa)
From AED 6,850
Foreign Ownership
100%
License Issuance
~3 Days
Market Access
All 7 Emirates
Approved Activities
1,500+
The Umm Al Quwain Department of Economic Development (UAQDED) provides the most cost-effective route to establishing a 100% foreign-owned mainland company in the UAE. Designed for startups, SMEs, and traders, UAQDED combines minimal bureaucracy with a strategic location, enabling unrestricted access to the entire UAE market at a fraction of the cost of other emirates.
UAQ Mainland is engineered to minimize your costs and maximize your market reach, giving your business a critical financial advantage from day one.
Establish your mainland business with complete control. UAQ allows full foreign ownership for most commercial and professional activities without a local sponsor.
Launch and operate your business with the UAE's most competitive setup fees, license renewals, and affordable facility leasing, preserving your capital for growth.
Operate freely across all seven emirates. A mainland license lets you trade directly, bid on government tenders, and establish a physical presence anywhere in the UAE.
Position your business for efficient distribution with a prime location near major UAE emirates, ports, and national highways, free from urban congestion.
Navigate a streamlined, low-bureaucracy process with UAE Pass integration. Receive initial approval in 1 day and your final trade license in as little as 3 days.
UAQ Mainland offers the UAE's most competitive pricing. No hidden fees, just clear, predictable costs.
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AED Pricing
UAQ Mainland offers the UAE's most competitive pricing. No hidden fees, just clear, predictable costs.
Total Estimated Cost (Year 1)
Estimated first-year setup fees derived from landing page content.
Cost Phase Timeline
Active Phase 1
AED 2,700
AED 2,470
UAQDED offers a comprehensive range of license types to support a diverse set of business activities, all with 100% foreign ownership.
Choose from over 1,500 activities across key economic sectors.
| Activity Name | Category |
|---|---|
| General Trading | Commercial / Trading |
| Import & Export | Commercial / Trading |
| E-Commerce Activities | Commercial / Trading |
| Management Consultancy | Professional / Consultancy |
| Marketing Management | Professional / Consultancy |
| IT & Network Services | Professional / Consultancy |
| Sea & Air Cargo Services | Logistics / Freight |
| Land Transportation of Goods | Logistics / Freight |
| Customs Brokerage | Logistics / Freight |
| Light Industrial Units | Industrial / Manufacturing |
| Boutique Manufacturing | Industrial / Manufacturing |
| Product Assembly | Industrial / Manufacturing |
| Hotels & Hotel Apartments | Tourism / Hospitality |
| Travel Agency & Tour Operator | Tourism / Hospitality |
| Restaurants & Cafes | Tourism / Hospitality |
Launch your UAE business in record time with our efficient, fully digital incorporation process.
Phase 1 Focus
Submit your application with shareholder documents and desired company name. We secure your initial approval and prepare your Memorandum of Association (MOA).
Sign your MOA digitally via UAE Pass. Once signed, your official trade license is issued and your mandatory office lease agreement (Tawtheeq) is registered.
Your company's Immigration Establishment Card is issued, activating your visa eligibility. We then provide full assistance to open your corporate bank account.
UAQ provides the lowest financial barrier to a full mainland license, allowing you to launch quickly and direct maximum capital towards growth, not administrative overheads.
Primary Benefit
Cost-Effective Business Setup
Establish your production base with affordable industrial units and warehouses in a strategic location, perfect for serving the entire UAE and GCC markets efficiently.
Primary Benefit
Strategic Low-Cost Logistics
Gain unrestricted access to the local UAE market without the high costs of other emirates. A UAQ mainland license maximizes your profit margins on every transaction.
Primary Benefit
Full UAE Market Access
Secure a legitimate, visa-eligible professional license affordably. Bill corporate clients across the UAE with a credible corporate structure established with minimal bureaucracy.
Primary Benefit
Simplified & Fast Processes
See how Umm Al Quwain delivers superior value for startups and SMEs.
| Feature Highlight | UAQ Mainland | Ajman Mainland | RAK Mainland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Cost | Lowest | Low | Moderate |
| Market Access | Full UAE Mainland | Full UAE Mainland | Full UAE Mainland |
| Proximity to Dubai | Excellent (~45 min) | Excellent (~30 min) | Good (~60 min) |
| Bureaucracy | Minimal / Streamlined | Low | Low |
| Ideal For | Bootstrapped Startups | Ultra-Low-Cost Setups | Established Industrial |
This is a general comparison for illustrative purposes. For specific advice, consult with our setup experts.
Secure your 100% foreign-owned mainland license in the UAE's most cost-effective jurisdiction. Get your personalized quote today.
