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Commercial Licenses

Complete commercial licensing and business setup services in Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi.

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Commercial License Services We Provide

Whether you're a startup or an enterprise, we handle the complete process of obtaining commercial licenses and trade permits in Al Dhafra, from consultation to license issuance.

Trade License Application
01

Trade License Application

New trade license processing including business activity selection, trade name reservation, and initial approval from DED.

  • Activity code selection
  • Trade name reservation
  • DED initial approval
Trade License Renewal
02

Trade License Renewal

Annual trade license renewal processing, including activity amendments, partner changes, and address updates as needed.

  • Annual license renewal
  • Activity amendments
  • Partner/shareholder changes
Free Zone Licensing
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Free Zone Licensing

Business setup and licensing in UAE free zones, offering 100% foreign ownership, tax benefits, and simplified regulations.

  • Free zone company formation
  • 100% foreign ownership setup
  • Visa & establishment card
Food and Beverage Permits
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Food & Beverage Permits

Specialized permits for restaurants, cafes, food production, and catering businesses including ADAFSA food safety approvals.

  • ADAFSA food safety permit
  • Restaurant & cafe licensing
  • Food production permits
Health and Safety Compliance
05

Health & Safety Compliance

Compliance certificates for businesses requiring health and safety approvals including medical facilities, salons, and fitness centers.

  • Health facility licensing
  • Salon & spa permits
  • Safety compliance certificates
Business Setup Consultation
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Business Setup Consultation

Complete advisory service on business structure, legal requirements, visa processing, and ongoing compliance for new businesses.

  • Business structure advice
  • Legal requirement guidance
  • Visa & PRO services

Business Types We Support

We assist with all types of business formations in Al Dhafra and Abu Dhabi, whether you're an individual entrepreneur or a multinational corporation.

  • Sole Proprietorship: Individual-owned businesses
  • LLC: Limited Liability Companies
  • Branch Office: For existing UAE or foreign companies
  • Free Zone: Businesses in designated free zones
  • Professional License: For service-based businesses
  • Industrial License: For manufacturing and production
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Processing Time

1-3 Weeks

License issuance

Business Types

All Types

From startups to enterprises

Licenses Issued

1,200+

Commercial licenses processed

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How We Get Your Approval

Authority Approval Process for Commercial Licenses

Commercial licensing in Al Dhafra involves multiple departments. We coordinate with all authorities to get your business up and running as quickly as possible.

Department of Economic Development (DED)

The DED is the primary licensing authority in Abu Dhabi. We handle your trade license application, activity selection, and initial approval through their system.

  • Trade name reservation
  • Activity code selection
  • Initial approval processing

Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce

Chamber membership is required for commercial licenses. We register your business with the Chamber and obtain the membership certificate needed for license issuance.

  • Chamber registration
  • Membership certificate
  • Commercial registry listing

Municipality & Civil Defense

Your business premises must meet municipality zoning and civil defense fire safety standards. We obtain the required NOCs from both authorities for your commercial space.

  • Premises zoning approval
  • Fire safety clearance
  • Occupancy permit for commercial use

Specialized Activity Authorities

Certain business activities require additional approvals from specialized departments such as Abu Dhabi Agriculture & Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) for F&B, or Department of Health for medical activities.

  • Food safety permits (ADAFSA)
  • Health facility licensing (DoH)
  • Tourism activity permits (DCT)

Our Step-by-Step Approval Timeline

1
Business Consultation

We advise on the best business structure, activity codes, and licensing requirements for your venture.

2
Name & Initial Approval

We reserve your trade name with DED and obtain initial approval for your business activity.

3
NOC Collection

We obtain all required NOCs from Municipality, Civil Defense, and any specialized authorities.

4
License Application

With all approvals in hand, we submit the final license application to DED with complete documentation.

5
License Issuance

We collect your commercial license and register with the Chamber of Commerce on your behalf.

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