Commercial License in Dubai Mainland

Operate, Expand, and Trade Freely Across the UAE with Masaya

Securing a Mainland Commercial License in Dubai enables your business to engage in a wide range of trading activities—from product import/export and wholesale distribution to brokerage and retail. Unlike Free Zones, a Mainland license grants you unrestricted access to the UAE market and allows you to take on government contracts and operate anywhere in the country. At Masaya, we simplify this journey by taking care of regulatory procedures, document preparation, activity selection, and all necessary approvals—so you can focus on scaling your business.

Why Choose a Mainland Commercial License?

  • Direct Market Access: Trade freely across all emirates without local agent restrictions.
  • Unlimited Growth Potential: Add multiple commercial activities under one license.
  • No Audit Requirement: Most trading companies are not required to submit annual audits.
  • Full Ownership Options: 100% foreign ownership available for most commercial activities.
  • Visa Quota Flexibility: Sponsor multiple employees and partners under your trade license.
  • Banking Made Simple: Preferred by UAE banks for corporate account setup.
  • Reputation & Credibility: Operating from the Mainland adds credibility with clients and vendors alike.

Business Activities You Can Conduct

A Dubai Commercial License covers a wide variety of profitable sectors:
  • Consumer Electronics & Gadgets
  • Apparel, Accessories & Footwear
  • Home & Office Furniture
  • Food & Beverage Trading
  • Cosmetics & Skincare Distribution
  • General Trading
  • Automotive Spare Parts
  • Real Estate and Brokerage Services

Step-by-Step Process with Masaya

We handle every step with precision and transparency:
  1. Business Activity Alignment Identify commercial activities based on your industry focus and future goals.
  2. Legal Structure Selection Decide the right setup—LLC, sole establishment, or partnership.
  3. Trade Name Approval Reserve a distinctive and compliant trade name that reflects your brand.
  4. Office Space or Ejari Contract Secure your commercial address to meet licensing requirements.
  5. License Application Submission Submit all documents to the Dubai Department of Economy and obtain approvals.
  6. Final License Issuance Receive your Commercial License and proceed with visa and bank formalities.

Let Masaya streamline your commercial licensing process from start to finish.