Today, working models are no longer constrained to the rigid, 9-to-5, desk-bound structures of the past. Instead, flexible, hybrid, and technology-driven work ecosystems have gained traction to foster collaboration, wellness, and adaptability. It is no longer about “cubicle farms” where employees go just to perform individual tasks. Rather, workspaces are remodeled to be community hubs and destination workplaces where employees go to collaborate.
What are Virtual Offices?
Virtual offices provide businesses with an address, often accompanied by mail handling and phone services without requiring a physical workspace. It is ideal for startups because of its cost-effectiveness. Additionally, it allows remote companies to establish a credible and professional presence in the UAE. These startups can even access a meeting room on demand when needed.
How do these offices work?
First, you sign up for a virtual office, which includes subscribing to a virtual office provider, choosing the location, and the services you need.
Then, you use the provided address on your website, business cards, email footer, and official documents.
Your team works from home, cafes, coworking spaces, or anywhere in the world while the virtual office handles communications on your behalf.
When you need to meet clients, print documents, or hold meetings, you can book the physical location through your provider.
Who are Virtual Offices for?
- Freelancers
- Startups
- Small businesses
- Remote teams
- Companies that need a presence in multiple cities without physical offices
- Businesses looking to cut overhead costs while keeping or boosting credibility
Benefits of a Virtual Office
An address is essential for several business requirements such as opening a bank account, receiving mail, having an address for your email and website footer, registering your business, business licensing, and more.
Besides functionality, perception matters greatly in business. A professional address helps build credibility. For a new client or a prospective investor, a company with an address appears more trustworthy than one operating solely from a residential address.
It also projects a more established image, which is critical when dealing with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders.
You can access worldwide talent as it allows for remote team collaboration.
You save time and money by avoiding daily commutes to a physical office space, creating a better work-life balance, and enhancing productivity.
How to get Ejari without a physical presence?
Ejari is Dubai’s mandatory online system by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) for registering all tenancy contracts. It enables tenants to activate essential services like DEWA (electricity/water) and process residency visas.
To get Ejari online, you need to:
- Prepare the required documents:
- Signed tenancy contract
- Copy of the tenant’s Emirates ID
- Copy of the landlord’s Emirates ID
- Title deed
- DEWA premise number
- Security deposit receipt
- Power of Attorney (if applicable)
- Choose a portal or provider
- Ejari portal, or
- An authorized service provider
- Upload documents and submit your application
- You must then pay the application fees.
The application is reviewed and the Ejari is issued electronically.
If you are using an authorized service provider, such as a virtual office provider:
- You sign a legally binding virtual office service agreement with the provider.
- You submit documents remotely.
- The provider handles registration on your behalf.
You receive the certificate electronically within 24-28 hours.
Atelier Business Center provide you with a professional address, mail handling, 8 hours of shared desk per month, 8 hours of meeting room per month, phone answering service, dedicated phone line, copy printing service, and receptionist services. Contact us for professional support or in case of queries.
