Professional Trade License Dubai UAE

In Dubai, the Department of Economic Development (DED) issues various licenses tailored to distinct business types: commercial licenses for trading, industrial licenses for manufacturing, and professional licenses for professional activities. Our focus is on comprehensive insights into obtaining a DED professional license in Dubai.

What does a DED professional license entail?

Companies operating in service-related sectors within Dubai are required to obtain a professional license. The issuance of this license (DED) is solely within the jurisdiction of the Department of Economic Development.

Who needs a DED professional licence in Dubai?

Furthermore, any company or individual possessing specialised skills can be categorised as a professional. The individuals and companies in Dubai that necessitate a DED professional license encompass:

  • Accountants, Auditors, and Financial Advisors
  • Advertising Professionals
  • Entertainment Artists
  • Architectural Consultants
  • Teachers and Educational Professionals
  • Business Consultants
  • Lawyers and Legal Advisors
  • Medical Representatives

  • Carpentry and Artisanal Activities

  • Technical Services
  • Consultancies
  • Printing and Publishing
  • Internet and Web Design Services
  • Beauty Salons
  • Accounting and Auditing Companies
  • Information Technology Services
  • Management Consultancies

  • Healthcare and Medical Services

Documents required for Professional license

The documents which are required for a professional license are as follows:

Passport copy(s) of the expatriate business owner(s)
Visit visa copy(s), if the expatriate business owner(s) is not a resident of the UAE
Passport size photograph of the local partner

Is complete ownership possible for a professional company?

How to Get a Trade License in Dubai, UAE

  • Company Registration and Licensing
  • Sponsorship & Visa Services
  • PRO Services
  • Banking Assistance
  • Investor Rights Protection
  • Value-Added Services

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