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PM Company Setup, Dubai, UAE
Published pricing runs from AED 10,500 to AED 25,000 for a project management licence. Here's how the process works.
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Starting a project management company in Dubai means securing a professional or consultancy licence covering project management services, through either a mainland or free zone jurisdiction. Published competitor pricing puts a typical licence between AED 10,500 and AED 25,000, depending on jurisdiction, activity scope and visa count. Companies get 100% foreign ownership, 0% personal income tax, and full repatriation of profits and capital.
Why It Matters
Dubai's construction, events and consulting sectors run on project management firms, and published competitor pricing puts a typical licence between AED 10,500 and AED 25,000. Getting your activity scope and structure right from the start avoids the cost of amending your licence later as your client list and service scope grow.
The Case For a PM Licence
Dubai's construction, events and consulting sectors generate consistent demand for project management services.
Choose mainland for direct market access, or free zone for streamlined 100%-owned setup.
No local UAE sponsor or partner required under current law.
Keep more of what your business earns, with no personal income tax in the UAE.
100% repatriation of capital and profits, with no currency restrictions.
Before You Apply
Confirm exactly which project management services your licence needs to cover.
Mainland for onshore/government project bids, free zone for international clients.
A passport copy is the core requirement for most structures.
Decide how many employee visas your project team will need.
Getting Started
Confirm the project management services your licence will cover.
Decide between mainland and free zone based on your target clients.
Submit your preferred company name for approval.
File your licence application along with passport copies and shareholder documents.
Select a licence package tier based on visa needs and budget.
Settle registration and licensing fees.
Collect your trade licence and open your corporate bank account.
Apply for investor and employee visas against your approved package.
Budgeting
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Licence (from) | AED 10,500* |
| Typical full package | AED 15,000-25,000* |
| Per-person visa cost | AED 3,000-5,500* |
| Office/desk space | Priced separately by jurisdiction |
| Nationality requirement | Open to any nationality |
*Indicative only, based on published competitor starting rates at the time of writing. Confirm current pricing directly with our team before budgeting a total.
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Smart Zones® - Your UAE Entry Partner
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