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E-Commerce License

Sell online, fully licensed.

4
Steps, one application
AED 1020
Total fees
~7 days
Est. completion
vs 11 days one by one
2
Documents, upload once

About this service

Selling online needs a license, payment setup and (if importing) a customs code. This bundle covers the full setup.

What happens, step by step

  • 1

    Trade Name Reservation

    Department of Economic Development (DED)

    Reserve your store's trade name.

    ~1 days AED 120
  • 2

    E-Commerce License Issuance

    Department of Economic Development (DED)

    The e-commerce license is issued.

    ~3 days AED 600
  • 3

    Payment Gateway & Customs Code

    Bank / Dubai Customs

    Set up payments and a customs code for imports.

    ~5 days AED 300
  • 4

    VAT Registration

    Federal Tax Authority (FTA)

    Register for VAT once you cross the threshold.

    ~2 days Free

Documents you'll need

  • Emirates ID
    Valid Emirates ID of the applicant
  • Trade License Copy
    Issued automatically after Step 2 completes
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