
Secure Your Business with the Right Sponsor
Navigating the UAE business landscape often involves finding a local sponsor, especially for non-GCC nationals establishing a commercial or industrial venture on the mainland. With Metabiz, we simplify this process, offering a corporate sponsorship program that ensures 100% beneficial ownership and complete operational and financial control for you.
Setting Up Your Company in the UAE
A common question for entrepreneurs starting in Dubai is whether a local sponsor (Nominee Shareholder) is necessary. The answer depends on various factors, such as your nationality and the type of business you want to establish. Non-GCC nationals setting up a business on the UAE mainland typically require a local sponsor if they’re applying for a commercial or industrial license.
However, if you’re establishing a business in a free zone or operating under a professional services license, a local sponsor is not needed.
If your business requires a local sponsor, Metabiz is here to help. We start by assisting you in forming a mainland Limited Liability Company (LLC), where you retain 49% ownership, with the remaining 51% held by your local sponsor. But don’t worry—profit-sharing and daily operations remain under your control, ensuring your business runs smoothly.
Finding a local sponsor can be a challenging task for new entrepreneurs. The sponsor must be a UAE national (Emirati) or a corporate entity entirely owned by UAE nationals, governed by a board of directors. Metabiz makes this process easy for you.

Choosing a Corporate Sponsor with Metabiz
At Metabiz, we understand the concerns many entrepreneurs have about involving a local sponsor and relinquishing a 51% share of their company. Our corporate sponsorship service is designed to alleviate these worries by providing a reliable corporate nominee who acts as your 51% local sponsor.
By partnering with Metabiz, you won’t need to spend time searching for and vetting individual sponsors. Instead, we offer a premier corporate nominee to serve as your local sponsor in Dubai, giving you full financial and operational control while safeguarding your shareholder rights. Our legal agreements, drafted by top-tier legal experts, have been refined over the years to ensure maximum protection for your business.
Advantages of Corporate Sponsorship
No Interference
Corporate sponsorship through Metabiz allows you to maintain complete control over your business. Despite the local sponsor holding a majority share, they do not interfere in the day-to-day management, leaving you in full command of your operations.
Streamlined Process
We handle all the heavy lifting, making the business setup process smooth and hassle-free. Metabiz is your one-stop solution for company formation in the UAE, managing every step from start to finish, so you don’t have to deal with multiple government departments.
Proactive Legal Contracts
Our corporate sponsorship service includes comprehensive side agreements, drafted by top-tier legal professionals. These contracts ensure that your rights as a business owner and shareholder are fully protected, providing peace of mind as you grow your business.
LLC Sponsorship and More
Metabiz offers a premier corporate nominee to act as your 51% local sponsor, ensuring you retain 100% control over your financial and operational activities.
Our legal documents, honed over nearly a decade, provide the best protection available in the market. Our sponsorship services include all necessary documentation to safeguard your business and secure your company’s financial rights.
Since inception, our team has supported clients in company formation, license renewal, visa services, and more. We truly are a one-stop shop for all your business needs, offering ongoing support through a dedicated service agent.
In addition to LLC sponsorship, Metabiz can assist with setting up various entities on the UAE mainland, including:
- Branch Office
- Representative Office
- Sole Establishment
- Civil Company
While this may sound overwhelming, with Metabiz, you won’t have to worry. Simply provide us with your company details, and we’ll handle the rest.

Start Your Journey with Metabiz
With Metabiz, the company registration process in the UAE is straightforward and efficient, often taking as little as seven working days.

Register Your Business in The UAE
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