How to Start a FinTech & Digital Payments Business in Dubai
We assist with FinTech & Digital Payments Business setup in Dubai, including activity selection, licensing pathway (mainland or free zone), address solutions, and coordination of sector-specific approvals where applicable.
Who is it for / Suitable for
Foreign investors, operating companies, and high-net-worth individuals seeking regulated and scalable operations in Dubai.
Key Requirements
Approved business activity and trade name
Appropriate legal structure (Mainland or Free Zone)
Office or facility lease (physical or approved virtual)
Sector-specific approvals (where applicable)
Clients need to provide the following information / documents
Document Name
Notarized
Passport Copy
All shareholders and managers
No
Business Plan
Mandatory for regulated sectors
No
Trade Name Options
3–5 alternatives recommended
No
Lease Agreement / Ejari
If physical presence required
No
Average Processing Time
10–30 business days (subject to regulatory approvals).
What you would get when the application is complete
Trade License
Commercial Registration
Share Certificate
On-going Compliance Requirements
After completion, businesses must maintain ongoing compliance:
Annual license renewal
Financial record keeping and audit (if required)
VAT and corporate tax compliance (if applicable)
Government Agencies Involved
Government agencies involved / overseeing this application:
Department of Economy & Tourism (DET)
Relevant Free Zone Authority (if applicable)
Sector regulators (KHDA, DHA, RERA, TDRA, etc., depending on activity)
Thanks vOffice for your quick action on my EJARI request. Appreciate your professionalism
Jen Sun
Your company handles our case very well and professional. Your regular updates allow us a peace of mind an dmake us feel like we are cared for. Your professional advise gave us a peace of mind too.
Adam
EngineerThanks for getting our Dubai company setup so quickly. Everything was perfect.
Mint
Thank you for assisting us with our case with the immigration department. We are satisfied with the outcome and we think it is fair.
Ryan Thompson
I like the way Elena handled our case despite the initial confusion. Her profesionalism is commendable.
Rachel Chen
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