United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Company Formation in Fujairah Mainland

Emirate of Fujairah — Fujairah Department of Industry and Economy

Formation Time
5–10 business days
Min. Capital
No minimum
Corporate Tax
9%
Foreign Ownership
100%

Overview

Fujairah is the only UAE emirate on the Gulf of Oman (Indian Ocean), making it strategically important for maritime, oil bunkering, and shipping operations. It is the world's second-largest bunkering hub after Singapore. Fujairah mainland offers affordable company formation with unique advantages for businesses in oil and gas, maritime services, and logistics that require access to the Indian Ocean trade routes.

#2 global bunkering hub
Indian Ocean access
Maritime & shipping

Why Choose Fujairah Mainland

1

World's 2nd largest oil bunkering hub

2

Only emirate on the Indian Ocean

3

Strategic for maritime and shipping

4

Affordable formation costs

5

Fujairah port — direct Indian Ocean access

Business Entity Types

EntityOwnershipDirectorsCapitalTaxBest For
LLC100%1No minimum9%Oil & gas, maritime, shipping, logistics

Step-by-Step Formation Process

1

Application

2–3 days

Apply to Fujairah Department.

2

Documents & Office

3–5 days

Prepare and secure office.

3

Licence

2–3 days

Receive trade licence.

Costs & Fees

Government / License FeeAED 6,000 – 12,000
Our Service FeeUSD 3,500+
Annual RenewalAED 5,000+

Fees are indicative and may vary based on business activity, entity type, and additional approvals required. Contact us for a precise custom quote.

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Banking

Limited local banking; major UAE banks have branches.

Account Opening Time
3–5 weeks
Multi-Currency
Yes — multiple currencies supported

Recommended Banks

RAKBANKNational Bank of FujairahEmirates NBD

Tax Overview

Corporate Tax
9%
Personal Income Tax
0%
VAT / Sales Tax
5%
Capital Gains Tax
9%
Withholding Tax
0%
Double Tax Treaties
137 countries