Business License

Services by: GFD

Information

Business licenses are official permits issued by government agencies, granting individuals or companies the legal authority to conduct business activities within the government’s jurisdiction. A business license service is essential for establishing a new entity within a free zone, combining new formation, lease agreements, and the issuance of a license. This service simplifies the process of forming a new business entity.

This service includes:

Business License
Certificate of Formation
Share Register
Facility Lease Agreement
Memorandum and Articles of Association (MOA)
Support for up to 6 shareholders
Digital Business Card (a free service that includes):
- A digital business card
- Company logo
- A phone extension (recorded calls forwarded to email)
- One email ID
- One website page

Timeline:

1 Business Day

Documents Required

Passport copies of shareholders, managers, and directors
Visa and Emirates ID copies (if applicable)
Parent company documents (if corporate):
- Certificate of Incorporation/Formation
- Certificate of Incumbency (issued within the last 3 months)
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Board Resolution
Complete Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Declaration
Company Profile
Passport-size photos of shareholders, managers, and directors

Steps

Login to the GFD app
Select the business license service
Proceed to payment
A representative will contact you for required documents, if any

Services Information

Support in selecting the appropriate type of business activity and license based on your requirements.
Assistance with initiating applications and completing necessary forms.
Guidance in fulfilling legal and regulatory requirements for business establishment.

AED 12,500 incl. VAT