Add or Remove a Business Activity in Dubai
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) · Dubai
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Required documents
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Current licence.
Correct activity code and description.
An internal resolution or approval, according to the legal form.
Regulatory approval and suitable premises, where needed.
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الرخصة الحالية
رمز ووصف النشاط الصحيح
قرار أو موافقة داخلية بحسب الشكل القانوني
موافقة الجهة المنظمة والمقر الملائم عند الحاجة
Eligibility and conditions
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Adding an activity permits its lawful practice after the amendment is approved. Removing it may affect associated approvals, contracts and services.
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إضافة النشاط تسمح بممارسته قانونياً بعد اعتماد التعديل، أما حذفه فقد يؤثر في الموافقات والعقود والخدمات المرتبطة.
Government fees
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Determined by the amendment, activity, approvals, and any affected name or legal form.
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تتحدد حسب التعديل والنشاط والموافقات والاسم أو الشكل القانوني إن تأثر.
Processing time
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Depends on the activity and whether external approval is needed.
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تتوقف على طبيعة النشاط والحاجة إلى موافقة خارجية.
How to proceed
- Open the official source linked above.
- Confirm the transaction, emirate and applicant type.
- Review the authority's current documents, fees and conditions.
- Apply through the channel specified by the authority. Sign-in may be required.
- Keep the application reference and track the authority's decision.
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