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Establish a Non-Profit Association

From founding group to registered association.

3
Steps, one application
AED 1000
Total fees
~16 days
Est. completion
vs 26 days one by one
2
Documents, upload once

About this service

Community associations register through the CDA: founders, statute, certificate. The path is sequenced here.

What happens, step by step

  • 1

    Founders' Application

    Community Development Authority

    The founding members apply together.

    ~7 days AED 500
  • 2

    Statute Approval

    Community Development Authority

    The association's statute is reviewed and approved.

    ~14 days AED 300
  • 3

    Registration Certificate

    Community Development Authority

    The association is registered.

    ~5 days AED 200

Documents you'll need

  • Emirates ID
    Valid Emirates ID of the applicant
  • Association Statute
    Goals, membership and governance rules
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