UAE business & market entry
Build Your Business.
Establish Your Presence
in the UAE.
Structured company formation, residency and ongoing business support for entrepreneurs, investors and international companies establishing in the UAE.
Beyond company formation
Setting up a company is
only the beginning.
Establishing in the UAE involves more than obtaining a trade licence. The right decisions can affect your ownership structure, residency, banking, operating requirements and future growth. CTG brings these decisions together through a structured advisory process, helping you establish the right foundation and supporting what comes next.
Explore Our Approach →Structure.
Establish.
Operate.
Grow.
Built for ambition
Different ambitions require different structures.
Our recommendations begin with your objectives, not with a predetermined jurisdiction or package.
Entrepreneurs
Launching or relocating a business to the UAE
Investors
Establishing a commercial presence alongside wider UAE interests
International Companies
Entering the UAE or expanding into the region
Global Families
Connecting business, residency and wider international objectives
Our solutions
From your first UAE company
to a complete market-entry strategy.
- 01
UAE Business Launch
For founders and entrepreneurs ready to establish their UAE business.
- Company formation
- Licence coordination
- Residency support
- Banking assistance
- Initial corporate support
- 02
UAE Business Plus
For business owners who want ongoing support after establishment.
- Company formation
- Residency coordination
- PRO services
- Accounting & tax coordination
- Corporate amendments
- Renewals & ongoing support
- 03
UAE Market Entry
For international businesses, investors and established entrepreneurs.
- Market-entry planning
- Entity establishment
- Residency
- Banking coordination
- Corporate support
- International mobility considerations
Structure before setup
Free Zone or Mainland?The answer depends on your business.
There is no single structure that is right for every company. The appropriate route depends on factors including your activities, shareholders, customers, visa requirements, office needs, banking considerations and future plans. Free zone licence packages start from AED 4,900, and our Free Zone Directory compares all 23 UAE free zones.
Find the Right Setup →- Business Activity
- Shareholders
- Visa Requirements
- Customer Market
- Office Requirements
- Banking Considerations
- Budget
- Future Plans
One relationship
Your requirements don't stop
when the company is incorporated.
CTG combines UAE business establishment with the wider capabilities of CTrustGlobal, creating one relationship for entrepreneurs and investors whose business and personal requirements extend beyond company formation.
The CTG approach
A structured path into the UAE.
Step 1: Understand
We begin with your business, shareholders, activities, residency requirements and long-term objectives.
Step 2: Advise
We assess appropriate structures and jurisdictions based on your requirements.
Step 3: Establish
Our team coordinates the company formation process and required documentation.
Step 4: Activate
We support the next steps, including residency, banking preparation and operational requirements.
Step 5: Support
As your requirements evolve, CTG remains available for renewals, corporate services and wider advisory needs.
Why the UAE
Built for global business.
The UAE has established itself as a leading international destination for entrepreneurs, investors and companies seeking access to a globally connected business environment.
Strategic Global Location
Connecting Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East
International Business Environment
A global and entrepreneurial ecosystem
Multiple Establishment Options
A range of mainland and free zone structures
Business + Lifestyle
An environment where founders can build both business and personal presence
Beyond business
Meet the people building what's next.
CTrust Club
A CTrustGlobal community bringing together founders, entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders through curated gatherings in the UAE.
- Founder Introductions
- Strategic Insights
- Meaningful Connections
- Curated Networking
Powered by CTrustGlobal
UAE expertise. Global perspective.
CTG is part of CTrustGlobal, a global mobility and investment migration advisory serving internationally minded entrepreneurs, investors and families.
Global Mobility
International residency and citizenship advisory
Private Client Approach
Personalised guidance around each client's circumstances
International Network
Relationships across multiple jurisdictions
Advisor-Led
AI-powered analysis with human strategic judgment
AI-Powered Analysis. Human Strategic Judgment.
Discover CTrustGlobal →UAE business insights
Make informed decisions before you establish.
Begin your UAE strategy
Planning to establish or expand your business in the UAE?
Tell us about your business, shareholders and objectives. Our team will help you evaluate the appropriate path forward.
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