Commercial
Commercial License in Dubai, UAE
Company formation in Khalifa Industrial Zone, or KIZAD, offers an ideal business location for companies across various sectors seeking rapid growth within an investor-friendly environment. Situated next to Khalifa Port—one of the world’s most advanced and well-developed ports—KIZAD provides businesses with exceptional connectivity and strategic advantages for expansion.
What Is a Dubai Commercial License?
- General trading
- Contracting
- Import and export
- Supply and brokerage
- Vehicle rental
- Logistics
- Healthcare product trading
Trade License vs. Commercial License
In Dubai, the term “trade license” is commonly used as a general term for business licenses.
A commercial license is therefore a type of trade license specifically used for trading-related activities.
Legal Structure Allowed Under a Commercial License
Dubai does not restrict the legal form associated with a commercial license. Both sole establishments and limited liability companies (LLCs) can apply for one, as long as their activities fall within the trading category.
How QBS Can Assist
QBS Business Services provides end-to-end support for obtaining a commercial license in Dubai, including:
- Advising on the right license and jurisdiction
- Preparing all required documentation
- Assisting with trade name reservation
- Submitting applications to government departments
- Obtaining all necessary approvals
Benefits of Obtaining a Commercial License in Dubai Mainland
- Exemption from corporate and personal taxes
- Freedom to establish an office anywhere in Dubai
- Freedom to trade across the UAE
- Flexibility to trade in multiple product categories
- Simple procedures for hiring expatriate employees
- Fast and streamlined licensing process
Steps to Register and Obtain a Commercial Trade License in Dubai
- Select your business activities that fall under commercial trading.
- Prepare the company’s Memorandum of Association (MOA).
- Register with Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (DED) to obtain a VAT number.
- Pay the required government fees for company registration and license issuance.
Commercial License Validity & Renewal
- The original commercial license (or a copy)
- A valid office lease contract (Ejari)
- Required approvals from relevant authorities
- Employee accommodation details (if foreign shareholders are involved)