PRO & Government Services
We handle the paperwork, approvals, attestations and renewals so you can focus on running your business in Dubai.
Government paperwork in the UAE moves fast, and a single missed renewal or incomplete attestation can stall a licence, a visa, or a bank application. Our PRO (Public Relations Officer) and government services give you a dependable partner to prepare, submit and follow up on documents with the right authority, the first time. We are an independent, bilingual consultancy based in Al Qusais, Deira, working with founders, SMEs and GCC investors who want clear guidance in plain English and Arabic.
Everything we do is compliance-first and transparent. You receive a clear plan, a checklist of what is needed, and a quote with no hidden fees. Government charges change frequently, so any figure we share is indicative and confirmed with the relevant authority before you commit. Message us on WhatsApp and we will map out your exact requirements.
One point of contact
A single coordinator manages trade-name reservations, initial approvals, licence amendments, immigration steps and renewals, so you are never chasing several counters at once.
Transparent, indicative pricing
We separate our service fee from government charges and label every cost as indicative. Government fees change often, so we confirm an exact quote with the authority before you pay.
Compliance-first and on time
We track renewal dates for licences, establishment cards and residence permits, and flag deadlines such as Corporate Tax registration so penalties like the AED 10,000 late-registration fine are avoided.
Bilingual and local
Our Al Qusais team works in English and Arabic and knows the day-to-day rhythm of DET, MOET, ICP and the free-zone authorities, which keeps submissions clean and approvals moving.
Independent guidance
We are a private consultancy with no government affiliation or endorsement. Our job is to represent your file accurately and advise honestly on what each authority requires.
What our PRO and government services cover
We act as your liaison with UAE government bodies across the full lifecycle of a company. Typical work includes trade-name reservation and initial approvals, drafting and amending Memoranda of Association, licence issuance, amendments and renewals, establishment-card and immigration-file setup, and entry-permit, residence-visa and Emirates ID processing. We also arrange document typing, translation and attestation, and we manage notarisation and PRO follow-up at the relevant counters.
The right pathway depends on where you set up. If you are still deciding, our team can walk you through mainland company formation, free-zone company formation or offshore company formation, and explain the trade-offs in our free zone vs mainland guide. Note that an offshore company cannot trade inside the UAE; it is used for holding and international purposes only. Once your structure is set, we keep your trade licence compliant and renewed.
Ownership, approvals and the documents that matter
Since 2021, 100% foreign ownership has been available for most mainland activities under Federal Decree-Law 26/2020, but not all. Strategic or restricted sectors may still require an Emirati partner, and certain professional licences and foreign branches need a Local Service Agent who holds 0% equity. We assess your activity first so the ownership structure and approvals are correct from the start. For a foreign branch, MOET (the Ministry of Economy) levies an indicative initial-approval fee of around AED 3,500, and DET trade-name reservation is roughly AED 620. On the immigration side, ICP residence-permit government fees are about AED 100 per year, plus medical testing, Emirates ID and typing. These figures are indicative and change often, so always request an exact quote.
For official guidance you can check the UAE Government portal at u.ae and the Ministry of Economy and Tourism at moet.gov.ae. When your file is ready, we can also coordinate next steps such as a corporate bank account, investor residence visas and the Golden Visa.
Tax registration and ongoing compliance
Good PRO work does not stop at the licence. UAE Corporate Tax applies at 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that under Federal Decree-Law 47/2022, effective for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. Corporate Tax registration is mandatory, the late-registration penalty is AED 10,000, and returns must be filed and tax paid within nine months of the end of the tax period. Qualifying Free Zone Persons can benefit from 0% on qualifying income (9% on non-qualifying income, with no AED 375,000 band), and Small Business Relief is available where revenue is under AED 3,000,000 per period, currently until 31 December 2026.
VAT is charged at a standard 5%. Registration is mandatory once taxable supplies reach AED 375,000, with voluntary registration available from AED 187,500. We coordinate registrations and deadlines and connect you with our accounting, VAT and Corporate Tax support so nothing slips. Confirm the current rules at the Federal Tax Authority, tax.gov.ae. To estimate your set-up budget, try our cost estimator or read the cost to set up a business in Dubai, then contact us on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
What does a PRO actually do?
A PRO (Public Relations Officer) liaises with government departments on your behalf: reserving trade names, securing initial approvals, processing licences and amendments, setting up immigration files, and arranging entry permits, residence visas, Emirates IDs, attestations and renewals. We prepare your documents correctly and follow up at the right counter so approvals are not delayed by simple errors.
Are your fees transparent?
Yes. We keep our service fee separate from government charges and explain both up front, with no hidden fees. Because government fees change frequently, every figure we publish is indicative; we confirm an exact, written quote with the relevant authority before you proceed. You can also get a quick estimate using our cost estimator.
Do I get 100% ownership of my company?
For most mainland activities, yes. Since 2021, 100% foreign ownership has been available for the majority of mainland activities under Federal Decree-Law 26/2020, but not all. Strategic or restricted sectors may require an Emirati partner, and some professional licences and foreign branches need a Local Service Agent who holds 0% equity. We check your specific activity before recommending a structure. See mainland company formation for details.
Can an offshore company trade inside the UAE?
No. An offshore company cannot trade within the UAE; it is intended for holding and international use only. If you need to invoice or operate locally, a mainland or free-zone structure is the right choice. We explain the differences in our free zone vs mainland guide and can set up an offshore company where it genuinely fits your plan.
When do I need to register for Corporate Tax and VAT?
Corporate Tax registration is mandatory, and the late-registration penalty is AED 10,000; the rate is 0% up to AED 375,000 of taxable income and 9% above. Returns are filed and tax paid within nine months of the end of your tax period. VAT registration is mandatory once taxable supplies reach AED 375,000, with voluntary registration from AED 187,500. We coordinate both through our accounting, VAT and Corporate Tax service. Confirm current rules at tax.gov.ae.
Can you guarantee my visa or bank account will be approved?
No honest consultancy can guarantee a government approval, visa or bank account, and we will never promise one. We are an independent consultancy with no government affiliation. What we can do is prepare a complete, accurate file, advise you on the requirements, and follow up diligently to give your application the best possible chance. For residence routes, see investor residence visas.
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