A 100% foreign-owned LLC, following the 2021 reforms. This allows businesses full control while operating within the UAE market and internationally, without the need for a local sponsor. Mainland companies provide the flexibility to trade both locally and abroad.

A Freezone Company offers 100% foreign ownership and a streamlined business setup process. It allows for full repatriation of profits but is generally restricted from trading within the UAE mainland without additional licensing.

A Holding Company is designed to manage and control other companies by holding their shares / equity. It does not typically engage in direct business operations but instead oversees subsidiaries, holding assets, and intellectual property. This structure is ideal for reducing risk, centralizing control, and managing investments across multiple businesses.

A Foundation is used for asset management, wealth preservation, estate planning and inheritance. It provides a flexible and secure way to manage and protect assets, often for succession planning or charitable purposes. Unlike traditional companies, foundations have no shareholders and are governed by a board of trustees.