This guide walks you through submitting a new entity application from your Cosmos dashboard. The process is structured into three sections — company information, shareholder details, and final review — and can be completed in a single session.
Before you begin
Have the following ready:
Basic company details (proposed names, business activities, jurisdiction preference)
Personal information for each shareholder
Supporting documents for each shareholder, such as identification and proof of address
Step 1: Start a new application
From your Cosmos dashboard, click New Entity Application in the top right corner. You'll be taken to a three-step wizard:
Company Information — basic company details for registration
Shareholders — shareholder information and supporting documents
Review — final check before submission
You'll need to complete each section in order to submit your application.
Step 2: Enter your company information
In the first section, provide the following details:
Entity Type — select the legal structure that fits your business
Company Names — suggest up to three names in order of preference
Business Activities — start typing to search the licensed list and add as many as needed
Employees Expected to Hire — choose the appropriate range
Jurisdiction — select from the available mainland and free zone options
Office Space Type — choose the workspace setup that suits your needs
When all fields are complete, click Next.
Tip: The authorities approve the first available name from your three suggestions, so it's worth thinking creatively about your options.
Step 3: Add shareholder details
In the second section, enter the personal details for each shareholder and upload their supporting documents.
For each shareholder, you'll need:
Full name, email, and phone number
Ownership percentage
Required supporting documents
To add additional shareholders, click Add Shareholder and repeat the process. When finished, click Next.
Note: The total ownership across all shareholders must add up to 100%.
Step 4: Review and submit
The final section displays a summary of everything you've entered, including company information, proposed names, business activities, and shareholder details. Each shareholder card will indicate whether all required documents have been uploaded.
Review the information carefully. If you need to make changes, you can return to a previous step. Once everything is correct:
Click Submit Application
Confirm the submission in the dialog that appears
Important: Once submitted, your application cannot be edited. Make sure all details are accurate before confirming.
After submission
Once submitted, your application will appear on your dashboard with a live status indicator:
Submitted — your application has been received
Under Review — your Relationship Manager and the relevant authorities are processing it
Approved — your entity is approved and ready for the next stage
Your Relationship Manager will guide you through any additional steps required to complete the formation.
Watch the walkthrough: See the full process in action in the video below.