General Trading License in Dubai
Due to a favorable business environment and strong backing from the government, Dubai has become one of the most sought-after locations for entrepreneurs. The huge demand for goods, ease of doing business, and proximity to emerging markets make the Emirate an ideal destination for establishing a general trading company.
What is General Trading?
General trading is a business activity that allows you to engage in importing and exporting commodities that are legally allowed by the UAE government. Unlike a specific trading license that limits you to certain products, a general trading license provides the flexibility to trade in multiple categories of goods simultaneously.
Key Benefits of General Trading License:
- Trade in multiple product categories without restrictions
- Import and export flexibility across UAE and internationally
- 100% repatriation of capital and profits
- Multiple visa facility based on office size
- No share capital requirement for mainland licenses
- Access to local and international markets
Business Activities Covered
The general trading license covers a wide range of activities including importing, exporting, wholesale trading, retail trading, distribution and storage of goods like clothes, accessories, furniture, electronics, building materials, textiles, and general merchandise.
Note: Regulated products such as alcoholic beverages, pharmaceutical products, frozen goods, and certain chemicals require special approval from regulatory authorities.
How to Get Your License
The process is straightforward: choose your trade name and business structure, select your business activities (up to 10 per license), gather required documents including passport copies and NOCs, choose your office location with Ejari-attested tenancy contract, obtain necessary approvals, and pay the applicable fees.
The general trading license cost in Dubai ranges from AED 9,000 to AED 40,000 depending on the jurisdiction, office space requirements, and additional services needed.
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