Find a Local Sponsor In The UAE
Our corporate nominee sponsorship programme allows you to have 100% beneficial ownership and 100% operational and financial control.
Start Setting Up Your UAE Business with Gulf Gateway CSP
One of the most common questions asked by first-time entrepreneurs in this part of the world is whether they need a local sponsor (Nominee Shareholder) in Dubai. The answer depends on many factors, including your nationality and the type of business you wish to set up.
If you’re a non-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) national looking to set up a business with a commercial or industrial licence on the United Arab Emirates mainland, then yes, you will need a local sponsor as a business partner. However, if the business activity is covered by a professional services license or set up in a free zone, then a local sponsor is not required.
If your business does require a local sponsor, Gulf Gateway CSP is on hand to help.
First, you’ll need to establish a mainland Limited Liability Company (LLC)—of which you retain 49% ownership of the business, while the remaining 51% will be owned by a local sponsor. However, it’s important to note that the distribution of profits will not be based on the same ownership ratio, and your local partner will not be involved in the daily operations of your business.
Finding a local sponsor in Dubai can be challenging for startups and new entrepreneurs. The local sponsor must either be an Emirati (a UAE national) or a corporate entity. The corporate entity must be completely owned by UAE nationals and comprised of a board of directors.
Steps for Choosing a Corporate Local Sponsor in Dubai
Entrepreneurial Concerns Addressed
- Understanding worries about local sponsorship, Gulf Gateway CSP offers a service that ensures complete peace of mind.
Efficient Partnership
- By choosing Gulf Gateway CSP, avoid the hassle of searching for and building rapport with an individual sponsor; receive a premier corporate nominee for 51% local sponsorship in Dubai.
Financial and Operational Control
- The primary goal is to provide entrepreneurs with 100% control over financial and operational aspects, safeguarding shareholder rights in their Limited Liability Company.
Legal Expertise
- Agreements and documents are crafted by first-tier legal counsel with a decade of successful implementation, ensuring comprehensive protection and securing financial rights for your business.
Advantages of Corporate Sponsorship
When it comes to sponsorship, there are certain advantages that come with dealing with a corporate sponsorship rather than an individual sponsor. With Gulf Gateway CSP’s corporate sponsorship service, you can enjoy these benefits and also access services tailored to tackle the challenges that can arise. Some of the advantages you can expect from Gulf Gateway CSP’s corporate sponsorship service include:
1. No interference from the sponsor
Corporate sponsorship allows entrepreneurs to maintain complete control over their business, while the local sponsor holds a narrow majority of the company shares. The sponsor does not get involved in the day-to-day running of the company, giving business owners full management of their staff, clients, and services.
2. Easy
At Gulf Gateway CSP, we take pride in being the top business setup consultants in Dubai and the UAE. Our all-in-one service for business formation ensures that we handle everything for you, saving you the hassle of having to deal with various government departments to get your business started.
3. In-depth proactive contracts
Side agreements are often a difficult part of the process, but having a corporate sponsor can prove beneficial in this regard. This is because many corporate sponsors provide well-drafted contracts prepared by experienced legal advisors to safeguard the rights of business owners and their shareholders.
LLC Sponsorship
1. Our Corporate Sponsorship Service
2. Comprehensive Support Since 2014
Premier Corporate Nominee:
- We provides top-tier corporate nominees for 51% local sponsorship in Dubai.
- Control and Protection: Entrepreneurs retain 100% financial and operational control while safeguarding shareholder rights in their LLC business.
- Legal Excellence: Agreements and documents are curated by first-tier legal counsel, reflecting nearly a decade of refinement for cutting-edge protection.
Experienced Team:
- Gulf Gateway CSP offers ongoing support in business formation, license renewal, visa services, and more with a team of 100 employees.
Dedicated Service Agent:
- Clients benefit from a dedicated service agent, recognized as a one-stop solution for business formation and corporate services needs.
Let us help you, to start your
Dubai company today.
Contact us
Call +971 56 866 3666 or fill out the form to schedule a consultation with one of our Business Setup Advisors.
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