Dubai Economy services, licences and permits kept in order.
The Department of Economy and Tourism licenses mainland businesses in Dubai. We handle trade names, approvals, licence changes and commercial permits.
What we handle
Licensing
- Trade name reservation
- Initial approval
- New licence issue
- Renewals and amendments
Permits and records
- Permits for sales, promotions and commercial activities
- Licence activity changes
- Updating owner and manager details
What we handle, and what we’ll need from you
Send us copies on WhatsApp and we’ll confirm the exact list for your case before anything is filed.
Send your documentsWhat we handle
- Trade name checks and reservation
- Initial approval applications
- Licence issue, renewal and amendment
- Commercial permit applications
- Follow-up on DET queries
Documents you’ll usually need
- Passport and Emirates ID of the owners
- Current trade licence, for existing companies
- Tenancy contract (Ejari)
- Details of the permit or change you need
Requirements can change and vary by authority. We confirm the current list before we start.
How it works
You message us once. We handle the forms, submissions and follow-ups.
- 1
Tell us what you need
A new licence, a change, a renewal or a permit.
- 2
Prepare the file
We collect your documents and prepare the application.
- 3
Submit
We submit to DET and follow up.
- 4
Approved
You receive your licence, amendment or permit.
Common questions
Is this the same as mainland company setup?
DET issues mainland licences, so it’s a key part of mainland setup. See our mainland company page for the full setup process.
Can you renew my licence?
Yes. We handle renewals, including checking your tenancy and any approvals your activity needs.
Do I need a permit for a sale or promotion?
Many sales and promotions in Dubai need a permit. Tell us your plans and we’ll check.
Other government approvals
Ready to start? Send us a message.
Tell us about your business and what you need approved. We’ll reply with the steps and full fees.