Submit the original documents at the trade license and commercial registration department. DED issues the trading license after getting approval from the trade license and commercial registration department. Follow these steps to apply for a license in the free zone, mainland, or offshore jurisdictions.
Plan your business activities
Choose a trading name for the company
Apply for the initial approval from the Department of Economic Development (DED)
Getting external approvals
If needed, prepare Memorandum of Association (MOA) and get it signed by your partners
Choose a business location and get a tenancy contract duly attested by Ejari
Submit all the documents to the DED
Pay the fee for the issuance of the license