Trade License

Efficient Trade License Solutions with A2Z Business Services

Dubai Mainland License

A Mainland Trade License is issued by the UAE’s Department of Economic Development (DED), allowing businesses to operate locally and internationally . Key benefits include 100% ownership (in most sectors), access to UAE government contracts, flexible business locations, and zero trade barriers, making it ideal for companies targeting both the UAE and global markets.

UAE Free Zone License

A Free Zone License enables foreign investors to establish a business in tax-free zones with 100% foreign ownership, full profit repatriation, and zero import/export taxes. Free zones offer fast setup, global connectivity, and a wide range of business activities, making them perfect for international trade and startups.

UAE Offshore License

An Offshore License allows businesses to operate outside the UAE with tax exemptions, asset protection, and high confidentiality. While it doesn’t permit local trading, it provides a stable legal framework, global banking access, and minimal compliance requirements, making it ideal for holding companies and international investors.

Streamlined Trade License Solutions

Steps of Cooperation:

Starting your business in the UAE just got easier than ever! At A2Z Business Services, we provide complete, end-to-end support to make your company setup smooth and stress-free. Our experts will personally guide you through every critical step - from helping you select the perfect trade name that complies with UAE regulations, to advising on the optimal legal structure (LLC, Free Zone, or Offshore) for your specific business goals.

  •  Defining your business activities for maximum flexibility
  •  Securing the ideal business location (office, flexi-desk or coworking space)
  •  Preparing and submitting all required documents correctly the first time

The first step in our partnership is the initial consultation, where we assess your business goals, recommend the most suitable jurisdiction, and outline the key steps to ensure a smooth and successful business setup in the UAE. Our experts will guide you through the process, answering all your questions and providing clarity on how we can help you achieve your objectives.

The first step to getting your trade license is to select an appropriate trade name. Your business name must adhere to UAE guidelines when selecting a company name. It should also be a unique name not used by another active entity.

Select the legal structure of your business, which will determine how it is managed and the extent of liability for its owners. Options include Sole Proprietorship, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Partnership, Branch of a Foreign Company, and Free Zone Company, each with specific implications for ownership and liability.

Once you have chosen your company’s name and legal structure, you’ll need to define the business activities you plan to undertake. Make sure to list out all activities on the license, and keep in mind that each license allows a maximum of ten activities.

Go for coworking space, flexi desk space, shared office space or independent office space based on your business needs

drafting a Memorandum of Association, which can be provided electronically or manually, along with a lease agreement for the business premises.

After all payments are made and documents are signed, receive your final license and related documents.

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