Dubai Branch of UAE Company Formation allows an existing company registered in another emirate to establish a branch in Dubai while continuing under the same parent company. A branch generally operates under the parent company’s name and can conduct activities permitted to the parent company, subject to the applicable Dubai licensing and approval requirements. Mainland registration and licensing are handled by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET)
The process usually involves obtaining the parent company’s board resolution to open a Dubai branch, providing the commercial registration and Memorandum of Association of the parent company, obtaining the required initial approvals, reserving the trade name where applicable, and applying for the relevant Dubai trade licence. Additional approvals may be required depending on the branch’s business activity.
1. What is a Dubai Branch of a UAE Company?
It is an extension of an existing UAE company that allows the parent company to operate through a branch in Dubai.
2. Can a company from another emirate open a branch in Dubai?
Yes. Companies established in other UAE emirates can apply to establish a branch in Dubai, subject to the applicable requirements.
3. Can the Dubai branch conduct different activities from the parent company?
A branch generally conducts activities in line with those of the parent company, subject to licensing and regulatory requirements.
4. What documents are required?
Common requirements include the parent company’s board resolution, commercial registration certificate, Memorandum of Association, and authorization documents.
5. Is a separate Dubai trade licence required?
Yes. The branch must obtain the appropriate licence from the relevant Dubai licensing authority.
6. Does the branch have a separate legal identity from the parent company?
A branch is an extension of the parent company rather than a completely independent company.
7. Can the parent company keep its existing name?
A branch normally operates using the parent company’s name, subject to Dubai’s trade-name and licensing requirements.
8. Can Fimkin help with Dubai Branch Formation?
Yes. Fimkin can assist with document preparation, branch registration, government applications, approvals, trade licensing, and coordination with the relevant authorities.
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