Branch Office

Extending Your Corporate Presence to the UAE

Foreign companies seeking to establish a presence in the UAE without incorporating a separate legal entity can register a branch office or representative office. A branch office can conduct the same activities as its parent company within the UAE, while a representative office is limited to marketing and liaison activities and cannot generate revenue directly.

Branch registration requires a UAE national service agent (for mainland branches) and involves registration with the relevant DED or free zone authority. The branch operates under the legal identity of its parent company, meaning the parent assumes full liability for the branch's obligations in the UAE.

Polaris advises foreign companies on whether a branch, representative office, or full subsidiary incorporation best serves their UAE market entry objectives. We manage the complete registration process including service agent appointment, licence application, visa processing, and ongoing compliance.