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Dubai Municipality approvals, for opening and running your business.

Restaurants, salons, clinics, shops and many other businesses need Dubai Municipality approval before and after opening. We prepare the applications and follow them up.

AuthorityDubai Municipality
Common forFood, beauty, health, retail and construction businesses
CoversPremises, fit-out, health and safety, and products
Often neededBefore your licence is issued or your shop opens

What we handle

Premises and activities

  • Food establishment approvals
  • Fit-out and building permits
  • Health and safety approvals
  • Approvals linked to your licence activity

Products and people

  • Product registration for food, cosmetics and consumer goods
  • Staff training and certification requirements
  • Renewals and inspections follow-up

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.

What we handle

  • Checking which approvals your activity needs
  • Preparing and submitting applications
  • Coordinating drawings and documents from your contractor
  • Inspection booking and follow-up
  • Renewals

Documents you’ll usually need

  • Trade licence or initial approval
  • Tenancy contract for the premises
  • Layout or fit-out drawings, where required
  • Product details and labels, for product registration
  • Passport and Emirates ID of the owner or manager

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. 1

    Check your activity

    We list the Municipality approvals your business needs.

  2. 2

    Prepare the file

    We collect documents and drawings from you and your contractor.

  3. 3

    Submit and follow up

    We submit the applications and track them.

  4. 4

    Approval

    You receive the approval, and we note any renewal dates.

Common questions

I’m opening a restaurant. Which approvals do I need?

Food businesses usually need premises and fit-out approvals, a food establishment approval and staff requirements met before opening. We map out the exact list for your location.

Do you prepare the drawings?

Drawings are prepared by your fit-out contractor or engineer. We make sure they meet the submission requirements and handle the application.

Can you register our products?

Yes. We prepare the product registration file with your labels and details, and follow it through.

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.

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