Which format fits
Medical activity in Dubai is licensed by a separate regulator. Specialised healthcare zones or mainland with a relevant permit are often used. The ownership composition and premises requirements should be clarified in advance.
What to pay attention to
- Doctors and clinics need separate professional licences.
- Equipment and premises affect the launch timeline.
- Information security and the handling of patient data require separate procedures.
Structure and asset protection
The clinic sits in an operating company, while the premises and equipment can be held in a separate company and leased to it. The brand rights are held by a holding company.
The overall logic of the structure is described on the page “Asset protection and ownership structures”.
Bank account
Show the bank the licence, the contracts with doctors and the list of services. For new clinics, a business plan and a patient load plan will be useful.
More: bank account opening.
Common mistakes
- Setup begins before the doctors’ professional licences are in place
- Premises and equipment are registered to the same company
Where to start
Tell us about your business. We will review your situation and propose a company format, a jurisdiction and an ownership structure. You can compare the options in the article “Free zone or mainland”, and costs are covered in the article “How much does it cost to open a company in Dubai”.
Regulations and licensing requirements change. Current conditions must be verified before launch. The decision to open an account is made by the bank. Tax consequences depend on your residency.