Dubai Mainland package
Dubai Mainland Commercial Business Licence in Trade
A mainland trading licence to import, export and sell goods anywhere in the UAE.
FromAED 16,500
Licence issued in 5 to 10 working days
A commercial licence issued by the Department of Economy and Tourism for businesses that trade goods. It lets you import and export, sell wholesale or retail across every emirate, run premises and bid for tenders — with 100% foreign ownership.
Package details
- Commercial trading licence
- Issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET, formerly DED)
- Eligible for an investor visa
- Eligible for 3 to 6 employee visa quotas, subject to labour approval
What you can do with this licence
- Import and export goods
- Sell to customers anywhere in the UAE
- Operate a shop, showroom or warehouse
- Trade wholesale and retail
- Bid for government and private tenders
- Sponsor visas for yourself and staff
- Open business bank accounts
What you will get
- Initial approval
- Trade name reservation
- Local service agent
- Trade licence
- PRO charges covered
Dubai Mainland Commercial Business Licence in Trade
AED16,500
- Dubai mainland commercial business licence
- Trading activity
- Free company stamp
- Free business logo design
- 100% ownership of the company
- Free 5 business emails with domain & hosting
- Free digital business bank account assistance
- Complete documentation
No residence visa is included. The company is eligible for 3 employee visa quotas, subject to Ministry of Labour approval.
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How it works
Four steps, usually 5 to 10 working days:
- Select the trading activity
- Trade name and initial approval
- Register an office with Ejari
- Final approval and licence issued
Who should apply
Businesses that move physical goods:
- Importers and exporters
- Distributors
- Building-materials traders
- Food traders
- Industrial and chemical traders
Visas and ownership
The licence is eligible for an investor visa and 3 to 6 employee visas, depending on office size and labour approval, plus family sponsorship. Most trading activities allow 100% foreign ownership with no local service agent.
These are indicative 2026 market ranges, shown so you can budget realistically. Government fees change and every case differs — we send a fixed written quote covering your exact activity, visa count and facility before you commit to anything.
Common questions
What is a Dubai mainland trade licence?
A commercial licence from the Department of Economy and Tourism for businesses that buy and sell goods in the UAE.
How much does it cost?
From AED 16,500. Office rent and visas are itemised separately on your quote.
Can I operate across the UAE?
Yes. A mainland licence lets you trade in every emirate.
Is 100% foreign ownership allowed?
Yes, for most trading activities.
Is an office or Ejari mandatory?
Yes. A mainland trading company needs a registered office with Ejari.
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Start your Mainland Trade Licence today
Tell us your activity and visa needs. We'll confirm the package fits and send a fixed written quote — usually within one working day.
Or call Jaleel +971 52 432 9060 or Mis Shabi +971 50 314 9109