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PRO Services & Company Formation · Dubai, UAE

Simplifying Business Setup, Government Approvals and Corporate Compliance

GAU Management Consultancy supports entrepreneurs, startups and established businesses with company formation, PRO services, documentation coordination and business administration support in the UAE. We help simplify administrative procedures, coordinate documentation and guide businesses through key setup and government-related processes, so they can focus on building and growing their operations.

  • PRO ServicesGovernment liaison support
  • Company FormationMainland, free zone & offshore
  • DocumentationPrepared & coordinated
  • AftercareOngoing compliance support

Business setup & government liaison

One team to help coordinate your setup and your paperwork.

Setting up in the UAE means working with several authorities, documents and deadlines.

GAU helps you understand what is required, prepare and organise documentation, and follow up on your applications, from your first consultation through to ongoing administrative support. Our work is guidance and coordination: approvals, licences and visas are always decided by the relevant authorities.

Part one

PRO Services & Government Liaison

Organised, well-prepared paperwork and clear follow-up on what authorities need from you.

PRO · 01

Government Documentation & Application Support

We help you understand what is required and keep your paperwork organised before it reaches the authorities.

  • Guidance on required business and employee documentation
  • Preparation and coordination of application documents
  • Document checking for completeness and consistency
  • Coordination of submissions through the relevant authorised channels
  • Follow-up on application status and outstanding requirements

PRO · 02

Visa & Immigration Process Coordination

Support with the paperwork and procedures behind investor, employee and family visas, and Golden Visa applications for long-term residency.

  • Guidance on applicable employment and residency visa procedures
  • Coordination of document collection and application requirements
  • Support with renewals, amendments and cancellations where applicable
  • Tracking of documentation requirements and renewal dates
  • Coordination with authorised service providers or relevant authorities where necessary

GAU coordinates the process. Visas and residency are issued, or declined, solely by the relevant authorities.

PRO · 03

Establishment & Business Registration Administration

Practical support with the premises, registrations and records a licensed business needs to operate.

  • Assistance with understanding establishment-related registration requirements
  • Office and facility setup coordination, including Ejari and flexi-desk options
  • Product registration coordination with Dubai Municipality and the relevant authorities
  • Documentation coordination for relevant business records
  • Guidance on renewal dates and administrative obligations
  • Follow-up on pending documentation and registration matters

PRO · 04

Renewals, Amendments & Ongoing PRO Support

Steady administrative support after setup, so important dates and requirements do not slip.

  • Monitoring key document and licence expiry dates
  • Coordinating renewal documentation
  • Supporting updates to business or employee records
  • Tracking applications and outstanding requirements
  • Ongoing administrative support to reduce delays caused by incomplete documentation

Part two

Company Formation & Business Setup

Guidance and coordination for entrepreneurs, startups and established businesses planning to establish a company in the UAE.

SETUP · 01

Business Setup Consultation

A starting conversation to turn your idea into a clear, practical plan.

  • Understanding your business activity and objectives
  • Identifying potential business structures and setup routes
  • Understanding general documentation and registration requirements
  • Comparing setup considerations, including operational needs and ongoing obligations
  • Identifying the next steps in the formation process

General guidance only, not personalised legal, tax or regulatory advice.

SETUP · 02

Company Registration & Licensing Coordination

Support from name reservation and initial approval through to the trade licence application.

  • Business activity selection and documentation
  • Trade name application and name reservation coordination
  • Preparation and submission coordination for formation documents
  • Trade licence application support
  • Coordination of initial approvals where applicable
  • Follow-up on registration requirements and outstanding documents

Approvals and licence issuance remain subject to the relevant authorities and their requirements.

SETUP · 03

Formation Documentation & Administrative Coordination

We help you gather, prepare and organise the documents each application requires, including MOA drafting covering structure and shareholding.

  • Founder or shareholder identification documents
  • Proposed business activities and company details
  • Trade name and application documentation
  • Incorporation or registration forms and MOA drafting
  • Supporting declarations or approvals where applicable
  • Coordination of additional documents requested by the relevant authority

Exact requirements vary by jurisdiction, business activity, legal structure and applicable authority.

SETUP · 04

Post-Formation Support

Help organising the next steps once your business is registered.

  • Licence renewal tracking
  • Establishment and immigration-related administrative coordination
  • Corporate documentation organisation
  • Coordination or referral for banking, accounting, VAT and corporate tax support, which are offered as separate services
  • Ongoing business administration support

Company formation does not automatically include bank account opening, accounting, VAT or corporate tax registration.

Choosing a route

Mainland, free zone and offshore: how they generally differ.

We offer support across all three. This is a general, neutral overview; no option is always the best one.

Mainland

Location & operations

Registered with the licensing authority of the relevant emirate. Generally suited to businesses that plan to trade within the wider UAE market.

Business activities

Defined by the licensing authority. Some activities need additional approvals.

Ownership

Ownership and local-partner requirements depend on the activity and the regulations in force.

Ongoing obligations

Licence renewal, premises and other obligations set by the authority.

Free Zone

Location & operations

Registered within a designated zone, each with its own authority, rules and facilities.

Business activities

Permitted activities and licence types vary from zone to zone.

Ownership

Ownership terms are set by each zone’s authority.

Ongoing obligations

Renewals, premises or facility arrangements and compliance as set by the zone. Trading outside the zone generally needs additional arrangements.

Offshore

Location & operations

Typically used for holding, structuring or international business rather than for operating in the local UAE market.

Business activities

Permitted activities are generally more limited.

Ownership

Requirements vary by the offshore authority.

Ongoing obligations

Annual renewal and compliance obligations apply.

Good to know

  • Approvals, licences and visas are issued by the relevant authorities, not by GAU.
  • We do not guarantee approvals or processing times.
  • Requirements and fees vary by authority, activity and structure, and may change.
  • Information on this page is general and is not personalised legal, tax or regulatory advice.
  • Company formation does not automatically include a bank account. Account opening is subject to each bank’s own approval.
  • Where a step is carried out by an authority or an authorised service provider, GAU coordinates rather than directly provides it.

How it works

A straightforward path from first call to next steps.

The scope and sequence are agreed with you at the start.

STEP 01

Consult

Tell us about your business, your plans and what you need.

STEP 02

Plan

We outline the likely setup route, required documents and next steps.

STEP 03

Prepare

We help you gather, check and organise the documentation.

STEP 04

Submit & follow up

We coordinate submissions through the relevant channels and follow up on outstanding requirements.

STEP 05

Continue

We help you plan the next steps and keep renewals and records organised.

Working with GAU

Organised, compliance-aware and easy to follow.

What you can expect from our support.

Organised documentation

Documents prepared, checked and kept in order before submission.

Compliance awareness

Support in understanding the requirements that apply to your business.

Clear next steps

You always know what is required and what happens next.

Coordinated follow-up

Applications and outstanding requirements tracked in one place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

What are PRO services?

PRO services generally refer to administrative support in dealing with government departments and authorities, such as preparing documents, coordinating submissions and following up on applications. GAU supports businesses with this coordination so that requirements are clearer and paperwork is better organised.

Can GAU help me set up a company in the UAE?

Yes. GAU supports business setup consultation, registration and licensing coordination, and formation documentation for mainland, free zone and offshore setups. The right route depends on your business activity, structure and objectives, which we discuss with you first.

What is the difference between mainland, free zone and offshore setups?

In general terms, they differ in where the company is registered, where and how it can operate, ownership terms and ongoing obligations. No option is always better. The right one depends on your activity and plans, and each authority sets its own rules.

Does GAU issue visas or approve licences?

No. Visas, residency permits, licences and approvals are issued by the relevant authorities. GAU helps with guidance, documentation and coordination of the process.

Can you guarantee approval or processing times?

No. Approvals and timelines are decided by the relevant authorities and depend on each case, including the completeness of documentation. We help you prepare thoroughly and follow up on outstanding requirements.

What documents are needed to form a company?

Requirements vary by jurisdiction, activity and legal structure. They commonly include identification documents for founders or shareholders, the proposed business activities and company details, and application and incorporation forms. We confirm the specific list for your case after an initial discussion.

Does company formation include a bank account, accounting or tax registration?

Not automatically. Bank account opening, accounting, VAT and corporate tax support are separate services. Bank accounts are subject to each bank’s approval. See our Financial Management Consultancy for related support.

How can I start?

Use the contact form, email info@gaumcllc.com, or call +971 56 640 6889. Tell us about your business and what you need, and our team will respond to discuss the next step.

Ready to establish your business in the UAE?

Book a no-obligation consultation with our team. Tell us where you want to go, and we will help you understand the steps, documents and approvals involved.

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