Indicative budget
AED 8,500
Typical licence and initial registration range before visas, premises, tax, deposits and special approvals.
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UAE Offshore Company Setup Cost
A budgeting guide for holding or international business structures that do not require a UAE operating office or residence visas.
Cost components to confirm
- Licence, registration and establishment fees
- Immigration card and residence visas
- Office, flexi-desk, warehouse or facility
- Medical, Emirates ID and insurance
- Activity-specific external approvals
- Corporate Tax, VAT and accounting onboarding
Before choosing this route
Not designed for ordinary onshore UAE operations
Residence visas are generally not available
Banking, substance and tax residence need separate assessment
Figures are indicative planning ranges as at September 2026 and may change without notice. Final fees depend on the licensing authority and applicant facts.