UAE Company Setup by Nationality
Specific guides for 50 nationalities — document requirements, attestation, banking tips, and popular free zone choices.
Top Nationalities by Company Formation (Q1 2024)
| # | Nationality | Region | New Companies (Q1 2024) | Market Share | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian | South Asia | 4,351 | 25.00% | 14.9% YoY growth H1 2025 |
| 2 | Pakistani | South Asia | 2,222 | 13.00% | Strong growth |
| 3 | Egyptian | Middle East | 1,404 | 8.00% | Consistent |
| 4 | Syrian | Middle East | 736 | 4.00% | Regional migration |
| 5 | British | Europe | 698 | 4.00% | Stable |
| 6 | Bangladeshi | South Asia | 635 | 4.00% | Growing |
| 7 | Lebanese | Middle East | 500 | 3.00% | Regional instability |
| 8 | Russian | CIS | 400 | 2.00% | Post-2022 surge |
| 9 | Chinese | East Asia | 362 | 2.00% | Belt & Road effect |