{"id":13589,"date":"2025-10-30T19:07:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T13:37:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/?p=13589"},"modified":"2026-08-10T18:35:09","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T13:05:09","slug":"ded-license-check-dubai-business-status","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/ded-license-check-dubai-business-status\/","title":{"rendered":"DED License Application | Complete Guide for Dubai..."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Applying for a DED licence in Dubai involves more than uploading documents online. The process of applying for a business involves multiple steps, including selecting a trade name, selecting the proper activity, making the MOA, and verifying the shareholders. Applications may be pending and need to be visited at the DED office, follow-up receipt, and requirements resolved by a PRO.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-3-3-1024x677.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13591\" style=\"width:712px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-3-3-1024x677.webp 1024w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-3-3-300x198.webp 300w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-3-3-768x508.webp 768w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-3-3-1536x1015.webp 1536w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-3-3-2048x1354.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-introduction\" data-level=\"2\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-ded-license\" data-level=\"2\">What is a DED License?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-before-starting-your-ded-license-application\" data-level=\"2\">Before Starting your DED License Application<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ded-license-application-process\" data-level=\"2\">DED License Application Process<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-option-1-applying-through-a-pro\" data-level=\"2\">Option 1: Applying Through a PRO<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-the-follow-up-receipt\" data-level=\"2\">What is the Follow-up Receipt?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-option-2-ded-license-online-application\" data-level=\"2\">Option 2: DED License Online Application<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-why-some-online-applications-take-longer\" data-level=\"2\">Why Some Online Applications Take Longer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-documents-required\" data-level=\"2\">Documents Required<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-happens-after-submission\" data-level=\"2\">What Happens after Submission?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ded-license-check-online\" data-level=\"2\">DED License Check Online<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ded-license-renewal\" data-level=\"2\">DED License Renewal<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-reasons-your-ded-applications-get-delayed\" data-level=\"2\">Reasons your DED Applications get delayed<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-pro-vs-online-application\" data-level=\"2\">PRO vs Online Application<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-conclusion\" data-level=\"2\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-frequently-asked-questions\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-introduction\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For companies looking to operate in the Dubai mainland, a DED licence is required. It enables a business to operate within the legal framework of approved commercial, professional, and\/or industrial operations. Almost all guides describe the steps required to visit the DET website, apply for the job, upload paperwork, and pay the fees. But they don\u2019t describe the after-effects of submission. A few applications are pending due to missing documents, unsigned MOAs, verification of documents, unanswered queries, additional approvals, etc. This guide outlines the online process, as well as the practical steps businesses may encounter following an application, such as a PRO visiting the DED office to request a Follow-up Receipt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-ded-license\">What is a DED License?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/business-setup-in-dubai-mainland-cost\/\">Dubai mainland business<\/a> licence is a licence issued to companies that operate in the Dubai mainland. DED or DET, as it is often referred to, is Dubai&#8217;s Department of Economy and Tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A business may need a DED licence if it plans to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Start a mainland company in Dubai<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct commercial or trading activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer professional or consultancy services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carry out industrial or manufacturing work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve mainland customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work with government or private organisations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of licence depends on the selected activity. Dubai\u2019s official licensing services include applications, trade name reservations, activity-related services, and renewals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-before-starting-your-ded-license-application\">Before Starting your DED License Application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants should prepare the main requirements before submitting the application. Completing these steps early can reduce delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-reserve-your-trade-name\">1. Reserve Your Trade Name<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to check and reserve the proposed business name through the official Dubai licensing platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Search whether the name is available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow Dubai\u2019s naming guidelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid restricted or misleading words<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reserve the approved name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep the trade name reservation document ready<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The reservation may be rejected if the name is already registered, contains restricted terms, or does not follow the applicable rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-keep-the-moa-ready\">2. Keep the MOA Ready<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Memorandum of Association, or <a href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/moa-attestation-uae-process-and-requriements\/\">MOA<\/a>, records important company details such as the shareholders, ownership structure, legal form, and management arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-option-a-offline-moa-signing\">Option A: Offline MOA Signing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>All shareholders visit the DED centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their identities are verified<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The shareholders sign the MOA in person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The completed MOA is added to the application<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-option-b-online-moa-signing\">Option B: Online MOA Signing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The shareholder joins an approved video verification call<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The authorities confirm the shareholder\u2019s identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The shareholder signs the MOA digitally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The completed document is submitted for review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many applicants assume that all documents can simply be uploaded online. However, MOA execution may still require identity verification before the authorities, either physically or through an approved online process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-emirates-id-amp-power-of-attorney\">3. Emirates ID &amp; Power of Attorney<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What if shareholder has a UAE Emirates ID?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>if shareholder has a <a href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/uae-emirates-id-card-guide-application-requirements-and-process\/\">UAE Emirates ID<\/a> and UAE Pass, the application and MOA process may be easier the person can visit the office and complete the procedure.<br><br><strong>What if a shareholder is outside the UAE?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Power of Attorney may be required. The POA allows an authorised person in the UAE to complete selected procedures, such as signing documents or following up on the application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ded-license-application-process\">DED License Application Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The DED licence application generally follows these steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-reserve-trade-name\">Step 1: Reserve Trade Name<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Search for an available business name and reserve it through the relevant Dubai government platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-activity-selection\">Step 2: Activity Selection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct business activity and check whether it requires professional qualifications or approval from another government authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-prepare-documents\">Step 3: Prepare Documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Commonly requested documents may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Passport copies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa copies, where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirates ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UAE Pass access for online services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trade name reservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MOA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Initial approval, depending on the activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power of Attorney, if a shareholder is represented<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Office or Ejari documents, where required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-submit-the-application\">Step 4: Submit the Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two ways to submit the application: through a PRO or through the DED License online application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-option-1-applying-through-a-pro\">Option 1: Applying Through a PRO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A PRO can help submit documents, communicate with the authority, and follow up on pending requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A PRO may also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the DED office or service centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain a Follow-up Receipt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clarify missing documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinate shareholder signatures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow up on physical verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help respond to authority queries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This option may be useful for complex applications, foreign shareholders, special approvals, or cases that remain pending online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-follow-up-receipt\">What is the Follow-up Receipt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Follow-up Receipt is a practical record connected with an in-person follow-up request. It may identify a missing document, clarification, signature, or verification step needed before the application can move forward. While many applications begin online, certain cases require a PRO to visit the DED office and obtain a Follow-up Receipt. This allows pending requirements to be completed before final approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some applications remain pending because the applicant waits for an email response that does not arrive. In such situations, physical follow-up through a PRO or authorised representative may help identify the issue more efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-experience-box\">Experience Box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While many applications begin online, certain cases require a PRO to visit the DED office and obtain a Follow-up Receipt. This receipt allows pending requirements, signatures, or clarifications to be completed before final approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-option-2-ded-license-online-application\">Option 2: DED License Online Application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To submit an online application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the Invest in Dubai portal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create an account or log in using UAE Pass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the required licence service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the business activity and legal structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wait for the authority\u2019s review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive the payment voucher after approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the applicable fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the licence<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Invest in Dubai provides services for trade name reservations, licence applications, packages, and renewals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-some-online-applications-take-longer\">Why Some Online Applications Take Longer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While many applications are processed online successfully, some applicants experience delays when additional clarification or document verification is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common reasons include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Trade name rejection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unsigned MOA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorrect activity selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pending shareholder verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing Ejari<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documents that do not match<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional authority approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unanswered emails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pending physical follow-up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A pending application does not always mean it has been rejected. Applicants should check the portal, review their documents, and consider physical follow-up if no clear response is received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-documents-required\">Documents Required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Document<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Passport copy<\/td><td>Usually required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Emirates ID<\/td><td>Required if available\/applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UAE Pass<\/td><td>Commonly used for online applications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trade name reservation<\/td><td>Usually required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Memorandum of Association (MOA)<\/td><td>Required where applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UAE residence visa copy<\/td><td>May be requested<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Initial approval certificate<\/td><td>Depends on the business activity<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Power of Attorney (POA)<\/td><td>Required if a shareholder is represented<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ejari or office lease document<\/td><td>Depends on the licence type and business activity<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-happens-after-submission\">What Happens after Submission?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The application generally follows this process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-1-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-1-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-1-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-1-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-1.png 1774w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the authority identifies an issue, the applicant may need to provide another document, correct the activity, complete MOA signing, or obtain an additional approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ded-license-check-online\">DED License Check Online<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants can complete a DED License Check Online through two portals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-official-det-portal\">Method 1: Official DET Portal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the official Dubai licensing website, open the relevant search service, and enter the licence number or registered trade name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-invest-dubai-portal\">Method 2: Invest Dubai Portal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the Invest in Dubai licence search service and enter either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The licence number received during the application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The registered trade name.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The displayed status may show whether the licence is active, expired, or pending. The Invest in Dubai platform also provides a renewal service using the licence number or business name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-300x281.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-768x720.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ded-license-renewal\">DED License Renewal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DED licence renewal can generally be completed online:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Check the expiry date<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the DET website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the service section<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose renewal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the updated Ejari<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the applicable fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the renewed licence<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The fees depend on the business activity, office lease, legal structure, and any additional approvals required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reasons-your-ded-applications-get-delayed\">Reasons your DED Applications get delayed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/difc-trade-license-in-dubai\/\">Trade name<\/a> rejected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MOA not signed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorrect activity selected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing Ejari<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing shareholder verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documents do not match<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional authority approval required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unanswered clarification request<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pending physical follow-up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pro-vs-online-application\">PRO vs Online Application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Online Application<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PRO-Assisted Application<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best suited for<\/td><td>Straightforward cases<\/td><td>Complex cases<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Document submission<\/td><td>Applicant uploads documents<\/td><td>PRO handles submission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application tracking<\/td><td>Requires regular portal monitoring<\/td><td>Includes practical follow-up<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bank\/authority visits<\/td><td>May still require physical visits<\/td><td>PRO assists with coordination<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Level of support<\/td><td>Lower professional involvement<\/td><td>Higher professional support<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ideal for<\/td><td>Local applicants with simple cases<\/td><td>Foreign or absent shareholders<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants should prepare the trade name, business activity, MOA, Emirates ID, UAE Pass, and POA requirements before starting the DED licence process. The application can be submitted online through Invest in Dubai, but some cases require physical follow-up. A PRO may obtain a Follow-up Receipt to identify pending documents, signatures, or clarifications. After approval, pay the fees, download the licence, check its status online, and renew it before expiry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Can I apply for a DED licence completely online?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many applications can be submitted online, but some may require MOA verification, additional approvals, or physical follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Is UAE Pass mandatory?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UAE Pass is commonly used for online government services, but the exact requirement depends on the applicant and service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Is DED only for mainland business in UAE?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DED licences are generally linked to Dubai mainland businesses. Free zone companies are licensed by their respective free zone authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. What is the Follow-up Receipt?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a record connected with physical follow-up that helps identify pending documents, signatures, or clarifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Can foreigners apply for a DED licence?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, foreign investors can apply, subject to the activity, legal structure, ownership requirements, and supporting documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. How long does approval take?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The timeline varies. Simple applications may move quickly, while applications requiring clarification or physical follow-up may take longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Can I check my DED licence online?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. You can search using the licence number or registered trade name through the official DET or Invest in Dubai services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Can I renew my DED licence without visiting DED?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, renewal can be completed online by uploading the updated Ejari and paying the applicable fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. What happens if my application remains pending?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check the portal for clarification requests, confirm that the MOA and verification are complete, and consider asking a PRO to follow up with the DED office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reference Links: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DED License Govt Site<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MOA Dubai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Applying for a DED licence in Dubai involves more than uploading documents online. The process of applying for a business involves multiple steps, including selecting a trade name, selecting the proper activity, making the MOA, and verifying the shareholders. 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