Business Setup
Mainland Trade Licence (DET)
Trade, professional or industrial licences issued by the economic department, for trading across the UAE market.
Overview
A mainland licence lets your company trade directly in the wider UAE market and work with government entities. Licences are issued by the economic department of the relevant emirate, such as DET in Dubai.
We advise on activity selection, legal form, ownership and premises, then handle the approvals.
Typical turnaround
Confirmed with your quote
Quotation
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Support
WhatsApp, phone & in person
Documents & scope
- Commercial licence
- Professional licence
- Industrial licence
- Trade name reservation
- Initial approval and final licence
What you need to provide
- Passport copies of shareholders
- Proposed trade names and activities
- Office lease (Ejari) or approved premises
- Any special approvals for regulated activities
How the process works
- 01
Activity & legal form
We choose the right activity and structure.
- 02
Name & initial approval
Trade name reservation and initial approval.
- 03
Premises & agreements
Office lease and company agreements.
- 04
Licence issuance
Final licence and establishment card.
Frequently asked questions
Is a local sponsor required?
Ownership rules depend on the activity and have been relaxed for many businesses. We confirm the current requirement for yours.
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