Company Formation & Residency in the UAE
- Free consultation with our English-speaking team
- For solopreneurs, start ups and established businesses
- Company & residency setup from €1,995
0% personal & corporate tax
100% foreign ownership
Fast company setup from 5 days
Residency for you and your family
"Dubai continues to be one of the world’s most strategic hubs for entrepreneurs. Our mission is to remove complexity and give our clients a clear, confident path to launching and scaling their business in the UAE."
TOM BROOKS | Founder and CEO
2000+
Clients supported globally
99.5%
Bank account approval rate
Trusted by companies, individuals and families
Included
Everything you need to launch in Dubai - handled for you.
Fixed price, from:
€1995
We guide you through the full setup process including documentation, licence selection, residency visas, and corporate banking. Our specialists help you avoid common mistakes, accelerate approvals, and choose the right structure (Free Zone, Mainland or Offshore) for your business model.
With expert support from start to finish, you can build confidently in one of the world’s fastest-growing business hubs.
Strategic Business Consultation
Our team analyses your goals, industry, and expansion plans to recommend the best setup structure - Free Zone, Mainland or Offshore - ensuring your business is positioned for long-term success in the UAE.
Documentation & Application Preparation
We prepare and verify all required documents, ensuring your submission is complete, compliant, and ready for fast approval. You avoid errors, delays, and unnecessary back-and-forth with authorities.
Business Licence Registration
We guide you through selecting the correct licence type and activity, then handle the full registration process with the appropriate Free Zone or Mainland authority for smooth, efficient setup.
Residency Visa Processing
Our team manages the entire visa journey - entry permits, medical tests, Emirates ID, and residency stamping - for you and your family. Fast, organised, and stress-free.
Corporate Bank Account Assistance
We assist with bank selection, document preparation, and introductions to trusted banking partners. Our pre-screening process increases your chance of approval and accelerates onboarding.
Compliance & Government Coordination
We coordinate directly with UAE authorities on your behalf, managing approvals, scheduling, and all PRO-related work to keep your company fully compliant from day one.
Post-Setup Business Support
Our team provides ongoing guidance for renewals, VAT registration, accounting options, and additional visas, ensuring your business continues to run smoothly long after setup.
Full-Service Visa Support
Residency Card Setup
Thorough Document Review
Consulate Scheduling
Appeals & Revisions
Company setup strategy
Uncapped Access To Legal Team
Strategic Legal Planning
Overview
The UAE’s business setup framework is designed for global founders who value choice, speed, and security.
From Free Zones offering rapid setup and full ownership, to Mainland licences with unrestricted market access, and Offshore entities built for international asset management - Dubai provides a solution for every type of business.
From Free Zones offering rapid setup and full ownership, to Mainland licences with unrestricted market access, and Offshore entities built for international asset management - Dubai provides a solution for every type of business.
Free Zone
Fast setup, full foreign ownership
Mainland
Trade anywhere including in the UAE
Offshore
Global structure with tax efficiency
0% tax environment for entrepreneurs
Live and operate tax-free in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
Tax Advantage
Dubai offers one of the world’s most attractive tax environments, with 0% income tax and full foreign ownership across both Free Zones and Mainland structures.
This makes it an ideal base for entrepreneurs, investors, and global families seeking financial efficiency without compromising on quality of life.
This makes it an ideal base for entrepreneurs, investors, and global families seeking financial efficiency without compromising on quality of life.
Proven track record
Business setup services with proven client success.
End-to-End Company Formation
We handle every step of your setup - licensing, approvals, documentation, and banking - across Free Zone, Mainland, and Offshore jurisdictions.
Corporate Banking Support
Get expert guidance on opening reliable UAE business bank accounts, including preparation, compliance, and introductions.
Ongoing Business Compliance
Stay compliant year-round with support for renewals, accounting, VAT registration, and corporate maintenance.
Residency for You & Your Family
Secure long-term UAE residency with fast processing, minimal requirements, and full family eligibility.
How it works
How we set up your 0% tax business in Dubai in 4 easy steps.
1
2
3
4
30 Minutes
Free consultation
Jump on a free call with one of our UAE business experts. We’ll assess your personal and business situation, clarify your goals, and walk you through the best options.
1st week
Your business trade license
Our team collects and reviews all required documents. We handle every interaction with the UAE authorities and free zones, prepare your application, and submit it on your behalf.
2ND Week
Visa application & bank account
We coordinate your visa process, medicals, and Emirates ID. In parallel, we help you prepare the right banking file and introduce you to suitable UAE banks.
Time to celebrate
Your 0% tax UAE entity is live
You can invoice clients globally, receive payments into your UAE business account, and benefit from a 0% tax free-zone structure.
APPROVED PARTNER FUNDS
We partner with top Free Zones and leading UAE banks.
DMCC
IFZA
Meydan
RAKBANK
Emirates NBD
Wio Bank
DSO
JAFZA
Why Business Owners prefer us
Not sure if the Dubai setup works for you? Book a free call with one of our experts.
Before the call
with Roots Global®
Overwhelmed by conflicting information about free zones, visas & banking
Confused about 0% vs. 9% tax and what applies to your business
Unsure if a UAE company even benefits you as a US or UK citizen
Worried about non-English advisors, hidden fees, or unreliable providers
After the call
with Roots Global®
Clear understanding of how a UAE setup works
Clarity on your exact tax position - 0% or 9% - and certainty your business model qualifies
Confidence that your structure is compliant & correctly set up
Clear timelines & straightforward next steps for your license, free zone, visa & bank account
Maria Balaoura
Head of Legal Spain
Tom Brooks
Founding Partner & CEO
Ant Steele
Founding Partner
Vanessa Mororo
Head of Legal Portugal
Monica Correia
Global Relocation Manager
Domi Piette
Global Relocation Manager
Sara Alves
Global Relocation Manager
Patricia Sousa
Global Relocation Manager
Phelan Murphy
Residency and Golden Visa Consultant
Oliver Murray
Residency and Golden Visa Consultant
Patrick Evans
Residency and Golden Visa Consultant
Philipp Langer
Founding Partner
Anita Brooks
Customer Success Manager
Maria Balaoura
Head of Legal Spain
Tom Brooks
Founding Partner & CEO
Ant Steele
Founding Partner
Vanessa Mororo
Head of Legal Portugal
Monica Correia
Global Relocation Manager
Domi Piette
Global Relocation Manager
Sara Alves
Global Relocation Manager
Patricia Sousa
Global Relocation Manager
Phelan Murphy
Residency and Golden Visa Consultant
Oliver Murray
Residency and Golden Visa Consultant
Patrick Evans
Residency and Golden Visa Consultant
Philipp Langer
Founding Partner
Anita Brooks
Customer Success Manager
Overview
Speak with our team today
"We’re more than business setup consultants - we’re long-term partners in your move to Dubai. Our team takes the time to understand your goals, guide you through every requirement, and make the entire setup and residency process simple, clear, and stress-free."
Speak with our UAE team today
Book a free consultation with our experts to discuss your Plan B residency options in Europe.
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Right Here With You, Wherever You’re Headed
Local Offices. Global Support.
Relocating is easier when you have experts by your side. With local offices in Portugal Spain, England and Italy, our legal experts are on the ground - ready to help you settle in with confidence.
Barcelona
Ave. Del Portal de l'Àngel 40,
08002 Barcelona,
Spain
☏ +34 930 47 81 36
08002 Barcelona,
Spain
☏ +34 930 47 81 36
Lisbon
Av. 24 de Julho 98,
1200-870 Lisboa,
Portugal
☏ +351 21 020 5068
1200-870 Lisboa,
Portugal
☏ +351 21 020 5068
London
33 Queen St,
London EC4R 1AP,
England
☏ +44 20 4634 0293
London EC4R 1AP,
England
☏ +44 20 4634 0293
Athens
Leof. Kifisias 44, Marousi
151 25 Athens,
Greece
☏ +30 21 1198 2947
151 25 Athens,
Greece
☏ +30 21 1198 2947
Dubai
Building A1
Dubai Digital Park
Dubai Silicon Oasis, UAE.
☏ +44 20 4634 0293
Dubai Digital Park
Dubai Silicon Oasis, UAE.
☏ +44 20 4634 0293
What the press says about us
Recent press
mentions
"By combining outcome-based legal support with a smooth, tech-enabled process, Roots Global is setting a new benchmark for immigration services - human, efficient, and built entirely around client success."
"Faster, smoother approvals benefit both client and firm. That mindset drives the company's rapid growth, with over 2,000 successful approvals across Dubai, Portugal, Spain, Greece, Italy, and Malta.
"We're expats helping expats so we know exactly what our clients are going through. When you only succeed if the client does, you rethink everything."
"Roots Global, a fast-growing immigration consultancy helping Americans and Brits secure EU visas, residency permits and passports, is turning heads by rejecting the traditional billable-hour model in favor of transparent, fixed-fee pricing."
