Opening a company in the UAE with support up to a working bank account
We select the right jurisdiction and bank for your business.
We guarantee results and provide ongoing support afterward.
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Remote setup
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We work with DMCC, IFZA, Meydan
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Bank compliance preparation
We’ll find the right solution in 1 minute
(Free zone, mainland)
(Need support — accounting, tax services, and more)
We work with trusted jurisdictions and banks
Case
Business structuring and support until bank account opening
Case 1:
Set up an IT company in 2 days, obtained a resident visa for the owner, opened a personal and corporate bank account — all in less than a month.
Case 2:
Received a request to set up a company in the oil & gas sector. Selected the right free zone jurisdiction and conducted full KYC/KYB checks before starting the process. Registered the company within 3 business days. Obtained a resident visa within a week, and opened both personal and corporate bank accounts within 2 weeks.
Case 3:
Received a request for full turnkey business support in Dubai, including accounting and tax management, invoicing, payment execution, contract drafting and review, contract signing, meetings with counterparties, document handling, on-site assistance, full banking support, compliance, and ongoing operational management.
We developed an internal system, clearly defined responsibilities and workflows for each manager, and have been providing these services to the client for over a year. Currently, 9 companies operate under our ongoing management using this model.
We help launch and structure businesses in the UAE
Where clients lose money when starting a company
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Choose the wrong free zone
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Get rejected by banks
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Overpay unnecessarily
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Don’t understand taxation
We prevent these mistakes at the planning stage
We help you avoid costly mistakes and build the right business structure in the UAE
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We select the right jurisdiction
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We minimize rejection risks
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We create a transparent business structure
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We support you until the final result
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We don’t add markups to government fees and always provide real receipts for all expenses
PACKAGES
We’ll recommend the right package after a short consultation
IBS Start
Best for:
- You need a simple start
- Just the company — you pay only the actual costs directly to the Free Economic Zone; we do not charge any markup.
from 10,625 AED
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Company registration
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Basic consultation
Most Popular
IBS Medium
Best for:
- Corporate bank account
- Tax registration
- Resident visa
- Payroll setup
- Initial documentation preparation
- Basic accounting setup
18.500–25.000 AED
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Company + taxes + visa
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Full support
IBS Private Desk
Best for:
- High turnover / investments
- Need full control and ongoing support
from 50,000 AED
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Business structuring
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Day-to-day support and management
Experience & Results
We help launch and scale businesses in the UAE
These numbers represent real companies and real client results
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HOW WE WORK
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You contact us
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Consultation
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Solution
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Launch
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Result
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to key questions about starting a business in the UAE
Why do banks reject applications?
Banks do not reject applications based on passport country, business activity, or free economic zone.
In most cases, the reason is a mismatch or weak preparation of the client profile.
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Main reasons for rejections:
1. Incomplete or improperly prepared document package
Documents are either not fully collected or are prepared formally, without taking into account the requirements of a specific bank.
2. Inconsistency between information and the actual business
Banks analyze not only the documents, but also the business logic.
If the information appears artificial or contradictory, it raises concerns.
3. Discrepancies in the financial profile
For example:
you declare turnover of several million dollars, but provide zero or minimal bank statements.
For a bank, this is a high-risk signal.
4. Lack of a transparent business model
If it is unclear where the money comes from, who you pay, and how the cash flow is structured — the bank will most likely reject the application.
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Important to understand:
A bank evaluates not just the documents, but the overall picture of the business — how logical, transparent, and consistent it is with the declared information.
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How we solve this:
We build the correct application structure in advance:
• prepare documents in line with the specific bank’s requirements
• synchronize the financial and legal profile
• explain the business model to the bank in clear, structured terms
As a result, the likelihood of approval increases significantly.
Is it possible to open a bank account without visiting?
Yes, it is possible.
Today, a number of banks in the UAE accept documents online or require minimal physical presence.
However, in most cases, the bank still expects the client to be in the country at least at some stage of the account opening process.
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How it works in practice:
1. Online document submission
Some banks allow you to complete the initial stage remotely — uploading documents, filling out forms, and receiving preliminary approval.
2. Presence requirement
Even with an online process, the bank may request:
• a short visit
• video verification
• confirmation of your presence in the UAE
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How we solve this:
With over 5 years of experience and direct cooperation with banks, we structure the process to minimize or completely eliminate the need for a visit.
Our approach:
• we work directly with bank managers who understand the specifics of such clients
• we prepare the profile in advance to reduce personal presence requirements
• we select banks where a fully or partially remote process is реально possible
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Additional option (structural solution):
In some cases, we can:
• appoint a nominee director with a resident visa
• who completes banking procedures on behalf of the company
• while full access and control over the account remain with you
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Important:
Even with remote account opening, the key factor is not the format of submission, but the quality of the structure and profile preparation.
This is what ultimately determines the bank’s decision.
How long does it take to open a bank account?
The account opening timeframe ranges from 1 business day to 1–2 months.
This depends on the client’s risk profile — a combination of factors the bank uses to assess the level of risk.
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What affects the timeline:
• citizenship and passport
• banking history and turnover
• company jurisdiction (Mainland / Free Zone)
• business activity
• payment geography
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Example:
A marketing company with a transparent business model will open an account faste
than a business in oil & gas or international trading.
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Conclusion:
The clearer and more transparent your business is to the bank — the faster the process.
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We speed up the process through proper preparation and by selecting the right bank for your profile.
Can you open a company without a visa?
Yes, it is possible to open a company without a residence visa.
In most cases, the process is fully remote — from anywhere in the world.
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How it works:
• free zones conduct video verification
• documents are submitted online
• no physical presence in the UAE is required
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Conclusion:
You can open a company without having a visa and even without ever visiting the UAE.
Which industries are more challenging to work with?
The level of difficulty depends not so much on the industry, but on the combination of client-specific factors.
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What affects the timeline:
• citizenship and jurisdiction (including sanctioned ones)
• type of activity (e.g., oil & gas, brokerage, aviation)
• banking history and turnover
• business structure and presence of companies in other countries
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Conclusion:
There are no “difficult industries” as such — there are complex cases where multiple factors overlap.
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Important:
In the vast majority of cases (≈99.9%), the task can be resolved with the right structure, proper bank selection, and thorough client profile preparation.
Client Reviews
Real feedback from clients we’ve helped with company formation and bank account setup in the UAE