Everything you wanted to know, but didn’t want to ask

Company formation can take as little as 1–3 working days, depending on the jurisdiction. Residency and banking may take an additional 1–3 weeks.

Free zones are great for most startups and remote work. Mainland is better for retail or government contracts. We help you pick the right one.

Most Freezone setups take 2–5 working days. The mainland can take slightly longer. We’ll give you a timeline upfront, no vague promises.

Yes. Many of our clients begin the setup remotely. We handle most of the steps online and walk you through anything that requires your presence.

Basic business setup starts from AED 5,500, but we’ll tailor your estimate based on what you actually need, no bloated packages.

It’s possible, but limited. Most traditional banks require a valid UAE residency visa, but we can suggest digital options if you’re still in setup.

It can be, if you go in cold. Every bank has different requirements. That’s why we prep everything for you before you walk in.

Yes. A residence visa issued in any emirate allows you to live and move freely across the UAE, no extra permits needed.

Nope. You can register your business and hold a valid visa even if you’re based abroad, though certain activities or banks may require physical presence.

Bizhub is a private, founder-led company. We work closely with government authorities but operate independently, so our guidance is fully transparent.

Yes, we can assist you with opening your UAE business bank account and applying for residency visas, including for dependents, if needed.

Absolutely. We’ll help you launch a UAE entity that fits your growth goals and works with your global operations.

Most banks do require a short in-person meeting for identity verification. We’ll help you prepare and connect you with the right banking partners.

Not necessarily. But if you want to live here, access banking, or apply for certain licenses, we can help you get a residency visa tied to your setup.

You don’t have to. That’s what we’re here for. We match your business model to the right setup, not the other way around.

No stress, we don’t rely on just one bank. We come prepared with backup options, and our advisors know what banks are looking for.

It depends on your business structure and office space. A Flexi Desk might allow 1–3 visas, while a full office can support more.

Most residence visas take 5–10 working days. Golden Visas and special categories can take a bit longer depending on approvals.

Basic residence visas start around AED 3,000–5,000. The total depends on your visa type, medicals, Emirates ID, and application route. We’ll give you a full breakdown upfront.

With BizHub, you get consistency, clarity, and a team that actually shows up.