What documents do I need to register an LLC in the UAE?

While exact requirements vary by emirate, activity, and whether shareholders are individuals or companies, an LLC registration in the UAE typically calls for a common set of documents. These usually include passport copies (and often Emirates ID or visa pages) of the shareholders and managers, the approved trade name and initial approval, a completed application, the Memorandum of Association signed by the shareholders, and a tenancy contract registered through Ejari proving you have premises. Some activities require additional external or special approvals before the licence is issued, and corporate shareholders generally need attested constitutional documents and board resolutions. Free zones have their own document checklists managed by each authority. Because the precise list depends on your structure and activity, confirm the current requirements with the relevant economic department or free zone before submitting. The official UAE government portal outlines the general process. For drafting or attesting the MOA and corporate documents, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI.