UAE Business Setup, Explained

Know the real cost.Before you set up.Every fee linked to the authority that sets it.

  • Free zone licenses from AED 5,750, compared side by side with mainland
  • Nine free tools: setup cost, Golden Visa, VAT, mortgage and more
  • Independent advice first; a licensed partner files, with fees shown upfront
Golden Visa Check
Compare Free ZonesSearch Activities
Fees sourced to authoritiesNo package pushingLicensed partners file

500+

Founders Advised

UAE company & visa

9

Free Tools

Setup · Visa · VAT · Property

3,442

Activities Searchable

Meydan Free Zone list

5.0

Google rating

27 verified reviews

What are you looking for?

One platform. Three journeys. Pick yours.

01

Setup from

AED 5,750

Start a business

Free zone, mainland, offshore. Compare costs, pick your activity, get a quote in under 3 minutes.

02

Golden Visa

10 years

Check your visa

Investor, professional and property routes. Check your Golden Visa eligibility against the official categories in 2 minutes.

03

Typical rental

5–9% yields

Invest in property

Best areas, off-plan strategy, ROI data, Golden Visa. Independent analysis, no developer commissions.

Guidance is educational and advisory in nature. Always verify requirements with relevant UAE authorities.

Everything you need to thrive in the UAE

Seven specialised verticals. One advisory team. No handoffs, no gaps.

Simple steps, no surprises.

Start your journey
01

Tell Us Your Goal

Use our free calculator or book a call. We understand your business type, nationality, budget, and timeline in 10 minutes.

02

A Licensed Partner Files

We introduce a licensed setup partner who prepares the documents and files with the authority, the bank and immigration. You see their fees before anything is filed.

03

You Launch & Operate

Your company is live, your visa is stamped, your account is open. We stay available for advice as you scale.

Free Tools

Know your numbers before you commit.

Six free tools — no sign-up, no obligation. Use them now and reach out when you're ready.

Instant Quote

AED 5,750

Setup from

Business Setup Calculator

Pick your activity, structure, and free zone — get a real cost breakdown covering license, visa, and bank account fees. No sign-up required.

Calculate my cost

All 8 Categories

10 yrs

Visa validity

Golden Visa Eligibility Checker

Answer 2–4 questions and find out if you qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa. Covers investors, professionals, real estate, entrepreneurs, and more.

Check eligibility

Every Fee, Itemised

4%

DLD transfer fee

Dubai Property Cost Calculator

Enter the price and see every buying fee itemised: the DLD transfer fee, registration, agent commission and mortgage registration.

Calculate buying costs

3,442 Activities

3,442

Activities listed

Business Activity Search

Search 3,442 licensed business activities for Meydan Free Zone, Dubai. Find your exact activity code and get an instant cost estimate.

Search activities

Add or Remove

5%

UAE VAT rate

VAT Calculator

Add or remove 5% UAE VAT from any amount and see the net, VAT and total instantly. Includes the AED 375K registration threshold.

Calculate VAT

Monthly + Upfront

20%

Min down payment

Dubai Mortgage Calculator

Enter price, down payment, rate and term for your monthly payment — plus the real cash needed upfront (down payment + DLD 4%).

Calculate mortgage

All tools are free to use. Data sourced from UAE free zone portals, DET, the Federal Tax Authority, the Central Bank of the UAE, ICP and GDRFA.

Client Stories

Founders who made the move.

Real, verified reviews from founders we've advised — rated 5.0 on our Google Business Profile.

“Henry Club UAE helped me shortlist suitable service providers after understanding my requirements. The advisory process was structured, and Mirza explained which option would fit better without bias. He also gave me clarity on risks and timelines. Very trustworthy platform if you want correct guidance before choosing a service provider.”

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Mohammad Rumman

Google review · Local Guide

“I had a great experience with Henry Club. Mirza helped me understand the difference between mainland and free zone options in a very clear way. Instead of pushing a package, he focused on explaining the structure, costs, and long-term compliance. It saved me from making a rushed decision. Highly recommended for anyone planning UAE business setup.”

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Umar Khan

Google review

“Henry Club UAE provided clear and honest guidance for UAE business setup. What I liked most was the transparency — they explained free zone options, visa implications, and renewal costs without overselling. Very professional and responsive. Highly recommended if you want independent advice before making a decision.”

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Wasim Ahmad

Google review

Clients we have advised come from

🇬🇧 UK🇮🇳 India🇵🇰 Pakistan🇺🇸 USA🇩🇪 Germany🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia🇦🇺 Australia🇨🇦 Canada🇿🇦 South Africa🇫🇷 France🇳🇬 Nigeria🇪🇬 Egypt🇰🇪 Kenya🇧🇩 Bangladesh🇷🇺 Russia& more →

Advisors who know the UAE.

Real practitioners — not a call centre. Midhun, Imran and Akbar are independent specialists whose expertise we reference; they are not employees or directors of HenryClub Advisory.

  • We know each step

    We have set up and run our own UAE companies, so our advice reflects what actually happens at each step.

  • One point of contact

    Your advisor stays with you throughout and introduces only licensed partners for the filings, with every fee disclosed upfront.

  • Transparent pricing

    Use our free calculator to see real costs before speaking to anyone. No surprise items later.

  • Post-setup support

    License renewals, visa renewals, accounting and compliance — we keep advising after you launch, with licensed partners doing the filings.

About HenryClub Advisory

Answers to what you're actually wondering.

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Your UAE journey starts with one conversation.

Whether you know exactly what you need or you're still figuring it out — we'll help you find the right path. No obligation, no pressure.

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