Business Registration in Dubai

Trade License & Company Setup in Dubai

TamkinExpress registers Dubai DED mainland licenses, free zone companies across DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, and DAFZA, and delivers complete PRO services — fast, transparent, and fully compliant.

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Dubai DED Mainland Licenses
DMCC · JAFZA · IFZA · DAFZA
Free Zone Company Formation
Same-Week Processing
100% Foreign Ownership Available
LLC & Professional Structures
Registered & Operating Through UAE's Leading Authorities
🏛️ Dubai DED Dept. of Economy & Tourism 💎 DMCC Free Zone Authority 🚢 JAFZA Jebel Ali Free Zone 🏢 IFZA International Free Zone ✈️ DAFZA Dubai Airport Free Zone 👷 MOHRE Labour & Visa Authority
Overview

Business Registration in Dubai — What It Means

Dubai is a key commercial and industrial hub in the UAE. Every business operating here requires a valid Dubai DED trade license — and TamkinExpress navigates that process for you.

What Is a Dubai DED Trade License?

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) — commonly called Dubai DED — issues all mainland commercial, professional, industrial, and tourism licenses in Dubai. A DED license is mandatory for any legal mainland business operation: from a single-owner consultancy to a multi-partner LLC. It unlocks bank accounts, employee visas, and the ability to trade directly with UAE government entities.

Why TamkinExpress for Dubai?

Dubai has over 30 free zones and a highly active mainland market — navigating the right structure requires expert guidance. TamkinExpress handles Dubai DED mainland setups, and free zone formations across DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, DAFZA, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and more. We manage all DET portal submissions, Ejari, and government interactions — delivering licenses with speed and zero errors.

Who We Serve

Who Needs to Register in Dubai?

Dubai attracts every type of business — from e-commerce startups to multinational corporations and regional trading houses.

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Trading & E-Commerce Companies

General traders, Amazon/Noon sellers, import/export businesses, and wholesale distributors setting up in Dubai's commercial districts or free zones.

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Consultancy & Professional Services

Management consultants, IT firms, marketing agencies, legal consultants, and financial advisors using Dubai as their regional base.

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Technology & Startups

Tech companies, SaaS businesses, fintech, and AI startups leveraging Dubai Silicon Oasis, DIFC, or IFZA for 100% ownership and global reach.

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Real Estate & Property

Real estate brokerages, property management firms, and developers requiring RERA registration and DED commercial licenses.

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Hospitality & F&B

Restaurants, cloud kitchens, catering companies, hotels, and tourism businesses licensed under Dubai DED and DTCM.

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Logistics & Freight

Freight forwarders, customs clearance agents, warehousing, and 3PL businesses leveraging Dubai's Jebel Ali and JAFZA infrastructure.

License Types

Dubai DED License Types We Handle in Dubai

Every business activity in Dubai requires the correct license category. TamkinExpress handles them all.

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Commercial Trading License

General trading, wholesale, e-commerce

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Professional License

Consulting, IT, marketing, services

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Industrial License

Manufacturing, production, fabrication

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Free Zone License

DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA — 100% ownership

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Real Estate License

Brokerage, property management, RERA

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Food & Hospitality License

F&B, restaurants, catering, tourism

Process

How We Register Your Dubai Business

Dubai has one of the UAE's most structured company registration processes. TamkinExpress handles every step — from structure selection to license delivery.

Structure & Zone Selection

We advise on mainland DED vs. free zone — comparing costs, ownership rules, visa quotas, and activity permissions across DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, and others.

Trade Name Reservation

Trade name reserved with Dubai DED or the relevant free zone authority, checked for conflicts and naming policy compliance.

Initial Approval & MOA

Dubai DED initial approval obtained; for LLCs, MOA drafted and notarised through Dubai courts or online notarisation for eligible structures.

Ejari & Portal Submission

Office/Ejari address confirmed, all documents uploaded to the DET portal or free zone system; government fees processed on your behalf.

License Issuance & Post-Setup

License issued; we proceed with establishment card, investor visa, employee work permits via MOHRE, and bank account introduction letters.

Dubai Setup by the Numbers
30+
Dubai free zones — we navigate them all
5–7
Working days for most Dubai DED commercial licenses
100%
DET & free zone portal compliant
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Why TamkinExpress

Six Reasons to Choose TamkinExpress in Dubai

We are not a call centre. We are your dedicated business registration partner — walking your application through every step of the Dubai DED process.

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Dubai's Top Business Address

Dubai is the UAE's commercial capital — a DED or free zone license here opens doors to regional and global markets.

Fast & Structured Processing

DED commercial licenses in 5–7 days; free zone licenses often in 3–5 days through our experienced team.

DED & 30+ Free Zones

Expertise across Dubai DED and every major free zone — DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, DAFZA, DSO, DIFC, and more.

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Mainland & Free Zone Experts

We match your business activity, ownership needs, and budget to the ideal structure — mainland or free zone.

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Arabic & English

Bilingual team for DET portal, free zone portals, and all Dubai government authority interactions.

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Full Post-License Support

Establishment card, visas, MOHRE registration, bank introductions, annual renewals — handled completely.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about registering a business in Dubai, UAE — answered clearly.

Dubai mainland companies are licensed through the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) using the Dubai Now or DET portal. The process includes trade name reservation, initial approval, tenancy/Ejari registration, MOA notarisation (for LLCs), and license issuance. TamkinExpress manages all steps, typically completing commercial licenses within 5–7 working days.
The best structure depends on your activity, ownership preference, and budget. Mainland DED licenses allow direct trading with UAE government and residents; free zones offer 100% foreign ownership and tax benefits. TamkinExpress provides a tailored comparison of mainland vs. DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, or other free zones based on your specific business needs.
DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) is the world's largest free zone for commodity trading. JAFZA (Jebel Ali Free Zone) is ideal for import/export and logistics. IFZA offers the most cost-effective license packages for SMEs. TamkinExpress advises on the best fit for your specific commodity, activity, and budget.
Dubai DED mainland licenses typically start from AED 10,000–15,000 depending on activity and legal structure. Free zone licenses range from AED 5,750 (IFZA) to AED 50,000+ (DMCC) depending on package and visa requirements. TamkinExpress provides a transparent, itemised cost breakdown during your free consultation.
Yes — UAE law now permits 100% foreign ownership for most commercial and professional activities on the Dubai mainland. Certain strategic sectors still require a UAE national partner. TamkinExpress confirms ownership rules for your specific activity before proceeding.
Yes. After license issuance, TamkinExpress processes investor visas, manager visas, employee work permits, establishment card registration with MOHRE, Emirates ID applications, and bank account introduction letters — providing complete post-registration support.
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Dubai mainland or free zone — TamkinExpress identifies the right structure, processes the paperwork, and delivers your license. Call or WhatsApp for a free consultation.

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