8 Specialist Services
Business setup services in Dubai, from licence to bank account
Whether you are launching a Free Zone start-up, expanding onto the Dubai Mainland or structuring an offshore holding company, First Base brings every step together with one dedicated team, one clear quote and one point of contact.
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We match your business activity to the right licence type and jurisdiction, then handle trade-name reservation, initial approval, legal documents and licence issuance, so you can start trading in Dubai and the UAE without delays.
MainlandFree ZoneOffshore
What's included
- Activity & jurisdiction selection
- Trade name reservation
- Initial approval & MOA drafting
- Licence issuance & renewals
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UAE banks assess every company differently. We shortlist banks that suit your activity, turnover and shareholder profile, and prepare a compliance-ready application that gives you the best chance of a smooth approval.
Bank SelectionAccount Structuring
What's included
- Bank shortlisting for your profile
- KYC & compliance document pack
- Account structure advice
- Ongoing banking guidance
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From VAT registration and returns to UAE corporate tax registration and filings, our advisors keep your company compliant with Federal Tax Authority requirements and help you plan for tax efficiency.
VAT FilingCorporate TaxAdvisory
What's included
- VAT registration & returns
- Corporate tax registration
- Compliance health-checks
- Free zone tax guidance
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04
The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residency for eligible investors, business owners and talent. We assess your eligibility, prepare your file and manage the application through to approval, including your family members.
10-Year VisaInvestorsEntrepreneurs
What's included
- Eligibility assessment
- Document preparation
- Application submission & tracking
- Family sponsorship support
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We manage the full UAE residence visa journey: entry permit, status change, medical test, Emirates ID and residence visa issuance, for investors, partners, employees and dependents.
Investor VisasEmployee VisasFamily Visas
What's included
- Investor & partner visas
- Employee visas & work permits
- Family & dependent visas
- Medical test & Emirates ID
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Every UAE company needs a registered address. We source flexi-desks, serviced offices and Ejari-compliant workspaces that satisfy your licence requirements and fit your budget as you grow.
Office SpaceBusiness AddressFlexi Desk
What's included
- Flexi-desk packages
- Serviced & private offices
- Ejari-compliant addresses
- Meeting-room access
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We prepare your application, coordinate with the bank and follow up at every stage, helping you open a UAE corporate and personal bank account with far less back-and-forth.
Corporate AccountPersonal Account
What's included
- Corporate & personal accounts
- Application preparation
- Bank meeting coordination
- Follow-up until activation
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