Open a Restaurant
Trade license to first table served.
4
Steps, one application
AED 1500
Total fees
~9 days
Est. completion
vs 15 days one by one
3
Documents, upload once
About this service
A restaurant adds food-safety and kitchen approvals on top of the trade license. The full opening path is here.
What happens, step by step
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1
Trade License
Department of Economic Development (DED)
License the restaurant as a business at your premises.
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2
Food Safety & Kitchen Layout Approval
Dubai Municipality
The kitchen design is approved for hygiene standards.
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3
Staff Occupational Health Cards
Dubai Municipality
Food handlers pass screening and get health cards.
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4
Final Inspection & Opening Permit
Dubai Municipality
The finished premises pass the final inspection.
Documents you'll need
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Emirates ID
Valid Emirates ID of the applicant -
Tenancy Contract (Ejari)
Registered lease of the premises -
Kitchen Layout Drawing
Showing prep, cooking and washing areas