Company setup document checklist generator
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up a company?
For most free zones, no: documents are signed online and you visit only for visa medical tests and Emirates ID biometrics. Mainland LLCs usually need the memorandum signed before a notary, which can often be done remotely or by power of attorney.
Do my documents need to be attested?
Personal passports don't. Corporate documents from abroad usually do: attested in the home country, by the UAE embassy and by the UAE foreign ministry. Degree certificates need attestation if you want your profession on the visa.
How valid must my passport be?
At least 6 months is the usual minimum, and more is better because the visa is linked to it.
What photo do I need?
A recent, clear passport-size colour photo with a plain white background, face fully visible, no glasses glare.