Gatestone Group
Business Setup Company
Gatestone Group helps entrepreneurs establish companies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, fully remotely, with 100% foreign ownership across both mainland and free zone structures.
About Gatestone Group
Gatestone Group helps entrepreneurs establish companies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, fully remotely, with 100% foreign ownership across both mainland and free zone structures.
We work with consultants, agency owners, trading companies, and investors who see the UAE not just as a market to trade with, but as a strategic base to build and scale internationally.
Our team manages the entire formation process end-to-end - trade licence application, visa processing, and government coordination - without outsourcing or handing clients between providers.
We also prepare full banking packs and introduce clients directly to established UAE banking partners, addressing one of the most common obstacles founders face: bank account rejections.
With offices in London, Dubai, and Riyadh and in-house legal, tax, and compliance expertise, Gatestone Group gives entrepreneurs a single, accountable partner for UAE and Saudi Arabia market entry
We\\\'re also transparent about cost from the outset, breaking down every category involved in formation so founders can plan their first-year investment with full clarity before ever speaking to us.
On the tax side, we help clients understand the implications on both sides of the arrangement: UAE and Saudi Arabia obligations, which are relatively straightforward.
We give clients a clear, objective comparison before any commitment is made, followed by a free structure consultation to confirm the right fit for their specific business.
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Who this provider is best for
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Founders from UK, Australia, USA, India and more looking to setup in the UAE and Saudi Arabia
Entrepreneurs setting up a mainland, free zone or offshore company in the UAE.
International businesses expanding into the UAE, Saudi Arabia.
Established SMEs needing ongoing support with licences, visas, tax compliance and trademark protection.
Main strengths
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Practical advice on company structure, jurisdiction and licensing, tailored to your business activity, budget and growth plans.
Offices in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the UK to support business setup and international expansion.
Support beyond company formation, covering visas, banking assistance, PRO services, accounting, tax and trademark registration.
Highly professional approach without any hidden charges and smooth processes
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, non-residents can establish companies in Dubai, subject to the chosen business activity and licensing requirements. Some registration steps can be completed online, but banking, identity verification or residency procedures may require your presence. Gatestone Group helps you identify what can be handled remotely and plan any necessary visits before starting.
Yes. Your UK company can continue operating while establishing a licensed branch in Dubai. A branch remains legally part of its parent company, while a subsidiary is a separate legal entity. Gatestone Group helps you assess these options based on your planned activities, ownership structure and operational needs.
A trade licence does not guarantee bank approval. Banks also assess the company’s owners, business activities, source of funds and expected transactions. Incomplete documentation or information that does not satisfy the bank’s checks can prevent approval. Gatestone Group assists with bank selection and application documentation, while the final decision remains with the bank.
Your UAE trade licence alone does not authorise you to establish local operations in Saudi Arabia. Saudi registration and activity-specific approvals are required. The route also depends on your company’s ownership: a fully GCC-owned company may follow a different process from a UAE company with foreign shareholders. Gatestone Group helps assess the appropriate Saudi business setup route.
No. Trade name registration and trademark registration are separate processes. Approval of your company name does not automatically register your brand name or logo as a UAE trademark. Gatestone Group assists with trademark registration alongside company formation, helping you address brand protection before investing heavily in packaging, signage and marketing.
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