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Dubai Mainland

Dubai - Mainland License (Trading)

UAE

1831 activities available in Dubai Mainland

Trading License

Commercial Setup

DET Business

Import Export

Mainland Dubai

Trading License

Commercial Setup

DET Business

Import Export

Mainland Dubai

Introduction

A Dubai Mainland License (Trading) is issued to enable businesses to officially import, export, dist
... Read more

Introduction

A Dubai Mainland License (Trading) is issued to enable businesses to officially import, export, distribute, re-export, and trade certain tangible good
... Read more

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Office Availability and Pricing

Ejari - 1 year (optional)

AED 5,000

Virtual office in a Business center with limited usage

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Highlights & benefits

Direct Local Distribution

Sell goods directly across UAE markets without third-party agents.

Full Foreign Ownership

Retain 100% foreign equity ownership for standard trading activities.

Global Import Export

Seamlessly conduct international re-export, import, and export trade.

Physical Workspace Mandate

Requires a valid commercial Ejari contract for office or warehouse space.

Scalable Visa Quotas

Sponsor employee and investor visas based on operational facility size.

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PROCESS FLOW

Reserve Trade Name

Reserve from the available set of names with Dubai Economy

License application

Provide key details regarding legal form, business activities, shareholders, KYC of partners, managers and shareholders, UBO declarations

Upload Ejari (Tenancy Contract)

Provide Tenancy contract of your office - valid for a period of 1 year

Get License

Get your license issued upon providing these details

FAQs

What are the steps to get a Dubai Mainland Trading License?

Apply via the Invest in Dubai portal or DED/DET center. Steps: trade name reservation, initial approval, MOA signing, Ejari registration, and final license issuance.

How long does mainland license issuance take?

Typical issuance takes 3–5 business days, though exact timelines depend on the specific company structure and selected trading activities.

Is physical presence in the UAE required for setup?

Not if shareholders hold an Emirates ID (EID) for online MOA notarization. Non-EID holders must be physically present in the UAE.

Is physical office space mandatory for a mainland license?

Yes, all Dubai mainland companies are required to maintain a physical registered commercial office or warehouse address with a valid Ejari registration.

Terms & Conditions

Arnifi does not guarantee approval of any license, visa, or registration; decisions rest solely with the relevant Authority.
Professional fees are non-refundable once services commence; government and third‑party fees are non‑refundable once paid.
The Client is solely responsible for the accuracy, genuineness, and legality of all documents and information provided.

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The price does not include Visa and immigration fees.

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The payment is Prepaid

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Round-the-clock support for all clients available every day, any time.

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4th Floor, Vaswani Presidio, Panathur Main Rd, Kadubeesanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka-560103

+91 70229 66202

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API Trio Tower - Office 1105 - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Al Barsha First - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

+971-58-5054423

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Dubai Mainland

Dubai - Mainland License (Trading)

UAE

1831 activities available in Dubai Mainland

Trading License

Commercial Setup

DET Business

Import Export

Mainland Dubai

Trading License

Commercial Setup

DET Business

Import Export

Mainland Dubai

Introduction

A Dubai Mainland License (Trading) is issued to enable businesses to officially import, export, dist
... Read more

Introduction

A Dubai Mainland License (Trading) is issued to enable businesses to officially import, export, distribute, re-export, and trade certain tangible good
... Read more