Requirements  for Obtaining a
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Documents

LLC (Individual Shareholder)

LLC (Individual Shareholder)

Branch

Certificate Of Incorporation

 

 

 

Memorandum & Articles of Association (MoA and AoA)

 

 

 

Board resolution to establish a new company

 

 

 

Board resolution to establish a new branch

 

 

 

Certificate of good standing, valid trade license

 

 

 

General Documents Required
for Dubai South Company Setup

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