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DMCC Free Zone Business Setup
Categories Business, Business Setup, Free Zone

DMCC Free Zone Business Setup

Dubai Multi Commodities Center is shortly called DMCC. The most well-known and highly reputable free zone in Dubai is DMCC. Hosting 16000 companies, registering your business in the Emirate of Dubai with DMCC company formation is one of the best ways

DMCC Business Facilities

Jumeirah Lakes Towers with both commercial and residential towers is the location of DMCC that looks like a city within a city. Main highways of Dubai are conveniently accessed along with 2 metro stations from DMCC. Across the road are Dubai Marina and The Palm Jumeirah. A 10 min drive will take to Downtown. It lodges business centers, offices, clinics, schools, sport clubs within the same area. For company formation, DMCC company has 4 options of the facilities to rent namely:
  • executive office in any of the business towers located in JLT
  • flexi-desk facility as the minimum required office space
  • serviced desk or office
  • Warehouse in JAFZA free zone

Activities in DMCC

Business activities include:
  • conventional trading
  • professional services
  • crypto commodities trading
  • shop
  • clinic
  • restaurant
  • retail business
It is a great alternative to a Mainland company with 100% ownership. Business activities upto 6 can be held by your license.

DMCC License Costs

Major fees for DMCC company set up includes:
  • DMCC license
  • One-time registration fees
  • Facility rent flexi-desk, office or warehouse

DMCC Company Setup

DMCC company setup process can partly be done remotely and may take from 2 to 4 weeks. Company legal documents have to be personally signed by the shareholder. A minimum share capital of 50,000 AED has to be deposited to a corporate bank account. This can be 60 days after the licensing in the free zone. Documents for DMCC business setup include:
  • Business plan for certain activities
  • CV
  • Passport copy
  • Utility bill
Few post-registration formalities include:
  • Appointment of auditors
  • Carrying out office inspection if you have rented one
  • Demonstration of company capital to DMCC authority
  • Stamping shares certificates

Dubai Resident Visas

Validity of all visas is 3 years owners as well as employees. Visa designation is restricted for Company owners but they can have any top managerial position for which attested educational certificates have to be submitted.

Renewal of DMCC License

Company renewal costs include license and facility fees. So it is reasonable in terms of maintenance. Annual audit report has to be provided. Without your personal presence, the consultants renew the DMCC license.

Company Amendments

Remote mode is opted for minor amendments whereas shares transfer requires a personal visit of the owner or a Power of Attorney. Amendment costs around 4,000 AED. During license renewal, few amendments can be freely done. Amendments can be:
  • Change of the location
  • Company name change
  • Removing or adding the company Manager

DMCC Company Liquidation

DMCC’s Company liquidation is quite an extensive process that includes following steps:
  • Cancellation of the license
  • Cancellation of visas
  • Closure of the bank account
  • Final audit
  • Newspaper advertising of the company closure
  • Termination of lease
Liquidation time-frame varies from 2 to 5 months with a fee around 10,000 AED. This process is carried out by Business setup consultants in DMCC.
Starting a Company for Foreign Investors in Ajman Al Ain Dubai Fujairah Ras Al-Khaimah Sharjah Al Quwain UAE
Categories Business, dubai, foreigninvestor

Starting a Company for Foreign Investors in Dubai

Starting a Company for Foreign Investors in Dubai: Establishing a new company in Dubai is perhaps the last thing that any wise businessman might have in his mind even few decades ago. Foreign investors did not find Dubai economy to be favorable for their establishment and expansion. Moreover, foreign business presence at this place was not welcome then. But in recent times, there has been a witnessed immense cultural change which is reflected very clearly in the way how the Dubai government has been trying to showcase their business sense. This they did by opening up the economy allowing free-trade. Besides being gladly accepted, foreign investors are currently sought out! The benefits that both can derive is well understood by the Dubai government if changes are made attractively to make the business climate to be favorable to foreign entrepreneurs. With this taking place, Dubai has went on to become a financial world power. ‘Free Zones’ are established spread across the country to allow businesses of different types. Non-Dubai residents also have allowed culturally differing business presence in same area. This has ensured that Dubai residents and natives are not infringed upon by the investors. It also helped to preserve their rich heritage. It is definitely considered to be a smart business move, while providing business of all types with the opportunity to include another income source, especially in the most foreign friendly and tax advantageous markets of the world. The FZA (Free zone Authority) regulates and covers every free zone that operates independently from the other FZAs. You need to identify the most appropriate free zone that will suit your business goals. It is a highly involved process. The desired results can be derived in a very short span of time and cost-effectively, without actually requiring to leave the present business location by partnering with a reputed, experienced and well established Dubai company formation establishment. You will be interested on : Legal business structures for establishing business in Dubai Steps to establish business in Dubai Business Setup in Dubai Mainland – A guide  LLC Cоmраnу Fоrmаtіоn Process – Stаrtіng а LLC Company іn Dubai Is a local partner mandatory to start a business in the UAE? Dubai foreign investors dealing with the Dubai based company formation firm can avail quick and good business contacts. They are actually well known accountants and local attorneys who on a day to day basis work in Dubai’s physical business district. Having better access to such valuable knowledgeable business tool, you can effortlessly meet efficiently your Dubai incorporation needs and at a better value. Also, you will be able to have better access to the current business requirements and regulations which needs to be followed to become a successful Dubai entrepreneur. Hence, it will be wise to contact immediately an experienced and knowledgeable Dubai company formation establishment to avail free consultation

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How to setup Company in DWC Free zone
Categories company, dubai, Free Zone, FREE ZONE COMPANY, uae

How to setup Company in DWC Free Zone

Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai's second airport and the world's future centre, is rapidly taking shape in the city's south, near the rapidly growing "New Dubai" neighbourhoods. DWC is located in the heart of a whole airport city. The government of Dubai has taken a positive step in positioning the city as a major global commercial hub. The biggest master planned free zone in the world, located on 140 kilometres of land near Jebel Ali Sea Port, transports a wide range of industries such as aviation, logistics, exhibitions, residential, and many other associated companies. DWC is now the world's largest and most important worldwide business, commerce, and aviation centre. The DWC headquarters are close enough to the Al Makhtoum International Airport, the Business Park Aviation, the Logistics District, the Aviation District, the Commercial District, the Residential District, the Golf District, the Humanitarian District, and the Exhibition District, all of which serve as strategic platforms for the expansion and growth of light industry, aviation, logistics, and other business services. DWC is strategically located to provide coordination and shipping throughout the GCC, the Middle East, and the rest of the world.

Benefits of company set up in Dubai South

  • Forming a company in Dubai South would provide you with 100 percent tax-free benefits, as well as 100 percent foreign ownership.
  • There is no corporate tax when forming a business. It will allow you to choose from a variety of high-quality commercial structures.
  • It will also provide you with flexible commercial leases.
  • It offers you the choice of forming a business in a free zone or a non-bonded zone.
  • The company is set up at a very low cost.
  • Setting up a company in Dubai would provide you easy access to Al Maktoum Airport.
  • Setting up a business in the Dubai South Free Zone will also provide you with the benefits of space and services, allowing you to run your business more efficiently.

Simple steps for DWC company formation

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Contact us now for a free consultation and conversation with one of our DWC company formation specialists, who will assist you with your licensing, business operations, and all other needs for your DWC company creation.

Application

At this point, we'll submit an application for DWC business creation, as well as three possible company names, personal information, and copies of the shareholders' and managers' passports. The application is expected to be approved in 7 to 10 days. Although the customer's presence is not required throughout the DWC business creation procedure, signed papers must be delivered to us in their original form.

Smart Desk

Following acceptance of the application, the DWC institution will issue the Smart Desk office contract, which must be signed by the company's shareholder or management. The signed contract must be provided to us in order for us to submit it to the DWC authorities.

DWC company formation and licensing

The DWC official will issue the certificate of incorporation, MOA, share certificate, and business license when the Smart Desk contract is submitted.

Establishment card

After the firm is registered, the establishment card will be given in seven to ten days. The establishment card will allow the firm to apply for the appropriate resident permits for the company's shareholders, managers, and workers.

Corporate bank account

After the registration and licensing, the company will apply for the starting of a corporate bank account. The presence of the shareholder or bank signatory in Dubai is compulsory for at least one day to sign the bank forms

Requirements for company formation in Dubai South

You must register as a Free Zone Enterprise and have a Dubai South business licence to create a DWC firm. DWC accepts applications for the registration of a Free Zone Enterprise from any business, partnership, organisation, or individual. For a LLC DWC company formation
  • Incorporation certificate
  • All shareholder gets Individual share certificates
  • Memorandum of Association of company
  • Articles of Incorporation of company
For Branch Registration certificates will be issued.

Types of trade license

Depending on the nature of your firm, DWC offers a variety of trade licences:
Information on Trademark Registration in UAE
Categories Business Setup

Information on Trademark Registration in UAE

The trademark is known as a brand name. The service mark or trademark has any name, symbol, word, device or combination to identify and distinguish services or goods of one seller to indicate the source of services or goods. Though federal registration of the mark is not essential, it has advantages like the legal presumption of ownership nationwide, notice to the public of registrant's claim of ownership of the mark along with the legal presumption of ownership and the right to use mark or connection with services or goods listed in the registration. In today's era, people are more cautious than ever. More than 100 trademarks are daily applied in the United Arab Emirates.

Ways to register the Trademark in the United Arab Emirates

With our expert consultants, you could search if your Trademark can be registered. There are various grounds of refusal in the UAE that could hinder your Trademark Registration process in the United Arab Emirates.

The Advantages of Trademark Search

The Trademark search at the Trademark Registry would find if anyone has prior rights to your proposed trademark. This determines if your application has chances for success. This step is mandatory before any trademark application is filed in the United Arab Emirates.

Formalities allowed for registration of Trademark

  • The Logo Registration
  • Registration of the Trade name
  • Protection of Domain Name
  • Registration of Brand Name
  • The name of Real Estate Name

Procedures not allowed for Trademark registration

  • The Descriptive marks violating public or moral order
  • Mark that is similar to a nation’s flag
  • Sign that is similar to a religious symbol
  • The National Medals
  • The Trademark Registration Process
  • The Trademark Search

Application of preparation and submission to the Ministry of Economy

The approval from the Ministry would take up to 7 working days that depends on a time frame with the ministry of UAE. On approval, they publish the Trademark in two local newspapers and on a local gazette that returns in 30-60 days ministry holding to confirm if there is any objection from the third party. After the publication, if there is no objection then the certificate would be issued. It can be valid for 10 years on a renewal basis. The time frame to issue the certificate is dependent on the Ministry. The process takes up to 3-4 months.

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6 month multiple entry visa introduced in the UAE
Categories Free Zone, How To, News, UAE VISA

6 month multiple entry VISA introduced in the UAE

UAE VISA : For non-UAE residents who seek to explore multiple opportunities here and enjoy long term investments can now avail 6 month multiple entry visa, introduced recently. Over 6,000 applications have been received by the ICA (Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship) in the very first week of its announcement of this long term visa system. It is from entrepreneurs and investors that majority of the applications were received. This is pursuant to the 2018 Cabinet Decree Number (56), which stipulates residency provision facilities to those meeting the set criteria in each category including their family members. Applicants, according to recent announcements by the ICA can seek details from its official website that is accessible easily through its public page. There is no need to have a user name & password and create an account for access.

Addition of three new services:

  1. Issuance of 6 month visa combined with several trips to ensure completion of investor’s residency procedures.
  2. Issuance of 6 month visa combined with several trips allowing completion of long term residency procedures meant for both outstanding students and entrepreneurs.
  3. Issuance of 6 month visa combined with just a single trip for completion of residency procedures meant for talented individuals.
According to the Director General (Foreigners Affairs & Ports), Mj. General Saeed Rakan Al Rashidi, there is noticed great demand for these facilities, thereby contributing towards improving further UAE’s attractiveness as distinctive investment environment as well as support proactively its social and economic competitiveness, thus enhancing regional leadership, including worldwide advanced position to offer the very best and most appropriate business environment for capital owners and investors, searching for freedom of movement, ease of procedures and possibility of enjoying greater stability for themselves and their families, as well as achieve set aspirations and ambitions. He further concluded that the objective of the 6 month visa is to offer people desiring to have long term residency to make visits to the state, for reviewing facilities in different fields as well as to identify available opportunities in the specific field of interest, including study options present, so as to come up with decisions that suits their families. He enumerated that those obtaining such visas are provided by the ICA, be it single or multiple trips, Emirate ID card with the objective to make the process much easier for them, thereby allowing them to have all procedures completed on time with greater flexibility and convenience, including opening of bank accounts, direct licensing procedures, carrying out various types of transactions and property registration. He also stated that such visa has been dedicated towards foreign entrepreneurs and investors, so as to attract owners of leading companies, investments and capitals along with competencies and international expertise pertaining to all the major segments associated with the national economy and to ensure that they contribute towards journey of progress and renaissance as noticed by the State in different fields. According to him, people who have successfully met the conditions to obtain long term residency with regards to different resident categories in the state are eligible to make applications if they strongly desire, but through heir system accounts and e-channels, without having to obtain the 6 month visa, such that during residency renewal time, long term residency system transfer is requested with regards to the category, where the conditions apply. He also praised the kind of attention that was made by the ICA towards long term residency system with the direct supervision and close follow-up made by the Board of Directors’ Chairman, Ali Md. Al Shamsi, who emphasized consistently about facilitating procedures meant for customers as well as to expedite their application process and to provide all necessary facilities that will help to save their precious effort and time, thus allowing them to incorporate their business at the earliest time possible.

Al-Rashedi narrated the conditions to be met in every beneficiary category and privileges to obtain:

10 year investor residency visa

10 year investor residency visa, under which residency permit is offered to the applicant for 10 year period, but without sponsor in State, including his wife, children and family members, as well as sponsor domestic workers limited to 3 workers and obtain residency for any single senior employee (executive director or adviser) for 10 year period with family members along with possibility to obtain multiple visa entry for 6 month period, which is renewable for incorporation purpose for similar time period, provided he possesses:
  • Dhs 10+ million deposit in any investment fund within the State.
  • Or own company within the state having capital of over Dhs 10 million.
  • Or form partnership in any new or existing company having shares over Dhs 10 million.
  • Or have total investment within the state of over Dhs 10 million, subjected to the fact that non-real estate related investment is not less than 60%.
  • The said amount is not a loan, but is wholly owned.
  • The investment is kept at least for 3 years from residency obtaining date.
  • Minimum Dhs 10 million creditworthiness, in case of civil judgments and financial claims.
  • For entire duration of stay, possess inclusive health insurance documentation for self and family members.

Investor residency in real estate sector

Investor residency in real estate sector, the category applied to obtain residency permit is to be of 5 years, but without sponsor present in state, including his wife, children, family members, with the possibility to sponsor domestic workers to about 3 workers at the max. He will be required to:
  • Whole owner of the property
  • Own more than one property within the UAE having total value of Dhs 5+ million.
  • Investments kept for minimum 3 years from date of residency possession.
  • Inclusive health insurance documentation present for self and family members for entire duration of stay.

Entrepreneurs Residency

Entrepreneurs residency : 5 year residency UAE visa is offered to the owner, with the possibility to qualify for investor visa for 10 year time period, 5 year residency for 3 executive managers, 5 year residency visa to allow family members (children, wife and husband), 5 year residency visa for 3 executive directors, with the opportunity to avail 6 month visa combined with multiple trips along with the possibility to renew for another 6 months, subjected to she/he has the following:
  • Valid approval from State certified business incubator
  • Successful, previous project amounting to at least Dhs 500,000.

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How to set-up successful business in Dubai: A comprehensive guide for Foreigners
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How to set-up successful business in Dubai: A comprehensive guide for Foreigners

It is without doubt that Dubai city is among the most popular cities in the world not requiring any special introduction. It is a well known and visited tourist destination and much more! Dubai can be termed to be an investor’s dream and fertile ground to explore new business opportunities. It is not easy to establish business in Dubai, but definitely profitable. There are several things to be aware of about to kick-start the business in Dubai.

Ownership & Economic Zone

Immediately after determining to establish business in Dubai, the very first step will be to identify the business zone which suits the company. It is possible to select from offshore, free zone or mainland, so as to establish entity, thereby deriving diverse benefits.

Free Zone Company

They are regarded to be the greatest contributors towards UAE’s robust economy and are created in a manner to attract foreign investments in huge amounts, thereby generating jobs in thousands and facilitating state-of-the-art technology within the country. These free zones can be stated to be among the most sought after locations to establish in UAE due to easier tax structures, immigration and labor procedures including business accommodating laws.
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Mainland Company Formation

The mainland company can be stated to be an onshore firm that has obtained license from the DED (Dept. of Economic Development) of related emirate. UAE mainland registered companies can carry out business outside UAE and local market without any kind of restriction.
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Offshore Company

The offshore firm can be termed to be a business entity that legally operates outside the registered jurisdiction to minimize tax payment legally.
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Business License types

It is necessary to acquire valid trade license to carry out any type of business in UAE. Dubai licenses are segmented into three parts:
  • All types of trading activities are covered by commercial licenses.
  • Artisans, craftsmen, services and professions are covered by professional licenses.
  • Manufacturing or industrial activity establishment is possible with industrial license.
It is illegal to trade without having valid trade license in the UAE. Those operating without license are subjected to heavy penalties. Also, the license is to be renewed annually. It is by choosing the business category that the process of setting up a business in Dubai is initiated. In Dubai, there are over 2,100 commercial, industrial, tourism and professional activities. It is followed by identifying the appropriate legal form that depends upon the proposed location, business activity, owners’ nationality, ownership options and number. Legal forms are to be checked to match particular business activities. It is necessary to select a trade name, which matches the type of services offered by the company. Next step requires initial approval certification application, which should state that there is no objection from Dubai DED for the business to start. Owners and partners are to sign a MOA (Memorandum of Association), which depends upon the company’s legal form. In few cases, Corporate Agent / LSA (Local Service Agent) agreement is made between the UAE national in charge to represent the business and the company’s owners. Physical address is a must for all businesses to operate in Dubai. There should be signing of the tendency contract with the landlord, with registration being done with the Ejari. Special licensing approvals will be necessary for specific business activities, besides the one to be obtained from DED. In case, additional approvals are required, then it is important to contact relevant government departments. It is equally crucial for non-UAE nationals to seek UAE national’s assistance to establish a business in Dubai mainland. 51% shares will be owned by the UAE national, while remaining 49% will be owned by the non-UAE national. A new law has been announced recently by the UAE government allowing complete foreign ownership t be held in certain government selected sectors, which will be effective by end of 2019. This however does not apply to offshores and free-zones with 100% foreign ownership. Finally, there has made announcement with regards to the sectors and activities that are made eligible to allow 100% foreign ownership. Complete control by foreign investors may be allowed across 13 sectors and 122+ economic activities. These sectors tend to include agriculture, space, energy, storage, transport, manufacturing, etc. Production of power transformers, solar panels, hybrid power plant, green technology supply chain, e-commerce transport, cold storage meant for pharmaceutical products and logistics are few activities included within the project. Foreign investors are also allowed ownership in other areas like food services, hospitality, communication and information, technical and scientific activities, professional, support services, administrative services, art & entertainment, healthcare, educational activities, construction, etc.

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How to Renew Trade license in Dubai - UAE
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How to Renew Trade license in Dubai – UAE

Dubai is an opportunistic market for business setups, with well regulated laws which are strictly implemented. The government of Dubai regulates a massive database which is highly protected. The authorities monitor the same from time to time to ensure no fraudulent activities occur and ensure the businesses are carried out smoothly.

Importance of Licensing

Licensing renewal is an administrative activity which legally permits the business to carry out business operations in a regional jurisdiction. In Dubai, the business license is valid for a year and must be renewed on an annual basis. Failure to renew the license will result in a penalty from the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, or may even lead to freezing the company's business activities or ban the company. DED strictly monitors all the entities in Dubai. Hence, license renewal should be taken seriously while doing a business in Dubai. There are 3 types of business licenses,

Steps involved in renewing Trade/Business license in Dubai

Reviewing Tenancy Contract

The applicant's tenancy contract must be valid for more than three months from the date of application of license renewal. Renewal of the tenancy contract should be done first if it is due during the renewal process. Tenancy contracts are applied for through EJARI- an online registration system of the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), requiring all Dubai rental or lease contracts to be recorded at this portal. This system is developed to legalize the relationship between tenants and landlords in Dubai.

Acquiring permits and approvals for your business

Different agencies and municipal bodies provide the required permits depending on the type of business in Dubai. Depending on the type of business, different permits and licenses should be acquired. For example, in the case of a food manufacturing business, the Food Safety Department's permission is mandatory. At the same time, if it is a transit-based business, you should procure the Road Transport Authority's permit. The procured permits and licenses are submitted to the DED for renewal of business licenses.

Submitting documents to DED

The following documents need to be submitted to the DED
  • Tenancy Contract (valid for three months and more)
  • EJARI Attestation
  • Renewal Form to the DED in Dubai
  • Duly Filled BR/1 Form
  • Passport copies and Photographs of all business partners
  • Copy of existing Business License

Acquiring Transaction Number or Payment Voucher from DED

DED provides applicants with a unique transaction number after duly verifying all the documents. It is also known as "Payment voucher". This unique number is valid until the renewal process is complete and is valid only on the current process. It cannot be used for the next renewal period. The necessary payments for renewal of the license are carried out using the transaction number or payment voucher. The applicants should complete the entire process before the expiry of the permit. Late renewal may lead to fines on the business entity.

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Till 15 th September Tourists under 18 to be granted Free UAE Visa
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Till 15 th September Tourists under 18 to be granted Free UAE Visa

This schemed launches every year between 15th July to 15th September targeting children under 18, will grant them tourist visa. However, they need to accompany their parent. The Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship has announced launch of this scheme from Monday onwards, in June this year. This announcement has been made keeping in mind last year’s cabinet decision made in June, stipulating waiver for children under 18, from 15th July to 15th September, every year. But the condition is that children under 18 need to be accompanied by at least one parent visiting the UAE on tourist visa, be it long or short term visa and irrespective of the visa’s validity. Tourists eager make a trip to the UAE this summer were beckoned by the authority to benefit from the waiver, thereby saving precious money. Tourists were also encouraged to make UAE their favorite tourist destination. Tourist visa is issued by the authority, namely of two types, viz. 30 days short term visa for single entry at Dh200, extendable twice each time for 30 days and 90 days long term visa, extendable twice each time for 30 days at Dh550. Extension made every time involves a fee of Dh600.

Family friendly destinations

Such facilities provided are expected to promote UAE and enhance its global competitiveness as being a leading and attractive tourist destination inviting visitors and families from across the globe to get to know and experience its rich culture, heritage, visit the beaches and entertainment, including world class hotel and hospitality services. It was on 19th June that the scheme got announced initially. Most UAE based travel agencies during that time were not aware about the government initiatives taken and hence, had declined many enquiries out of ignorance. A representative from Abu Dhabi’s Cozmo in a recent interview with the Gulf News organized in June had stated that they were not aware of the launch of tourist visa charge waiver. Hence, all customers were required to make payments for all the months. Also, they also claimed of not receiving any such official instruction or information from the immigration department. Several Tourism agencies within the capital including Greenline Travel & Tourism, Make My Tour and Musafir.Com claimed of not having derived any such information from the immigration officials. But other agencies had started to issue free visas to those in the under 18 segment, as they were in receipt of the communiqué last year. Thus, they simply accused those agencies of pleading unawareness and ignorance, just to extort money from the tourists. The Managing Director, Tarun Soni of Abu Dhabi based Soni Travels stated that since the previous year, they had been practicing the Under 18 visa charge waiver and also had processed several applications. Numerous families had already benefitted from this scheme and had visited the UAE without requiring to pay their child’s visa fees. The child’s tourist visa fee generally starts at Dh350.

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How to Start a Cafeteria in Dubai
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How to Start a Cafeteria in Dubai

There are several steps included in opening a restaurant business or a cafeteria in Dubai. This involves both standard company formation procedure and specific procedures for food and beverage industry.

Step 1 - Business Activity

The foremost step involves an initial application, where you will have to outline your business activity. Even though the industry is food and beverage, you should specify the type of business, like whether you intend to run a cafe, restaurant, bar, take away kitchen, etc. You will have to specify the type of cuisine you wish to sell and determine how you want to sell it like take-out, eat-in, or delivery. These details are mandatory as it helps avoid delays in the license application. It is important to note that trading activities not listed under your license cannot be carried out. It is always advisable to work with a company set up expert at this stage, as it is such a specific part of the application.

Step 2 - Company Name

The second most important thing is the name of your company. While choosing a name, you must abide by certain regulations.
  • Avoid blasphemous or offensive language
  • Avoid names of reputed organizations
  • Avoid abbreviations if registering your company after your name.
Always check if your chosen name is available for registering. You can seek the help of a company formation expert for this.

Step 3 - License Application

There are two stages in the license application The first step is to apply for the trade license. Suppose you wish to set up your business in the Dubai mainland. In that case, you should make the application to the Dubai Department of Economic Development. In case you want to set up your business in Free Zone areas, you should apply directly to the managing authority. In both cases, you must provide the following documents
  • Completed application form
  • passport copy (owner or owners)
  • Passport size photos
In addition to your trade license, you will also need a food license issued by the Dubai Municipality's food safety department. The food control department must also approve of your plans. In order to achieve this, you will have to provide the department with a copy of trade license, details of food processing, storing, washing areas, floor plan of your eatery, etc. The critical aspect is that you should adhere to Dubai's Food Code, which covers everything from where food is made, stored, and also the ventilation and emergency.

Step 4 - Visa

Visa Application for both your employees and yourself is made. The visa application is straightforward, and with the help of company formation agents, you can get your visa. You can also sponsor your spouse, children, parent, or a domestic worker as you hold a UAE business license. The number of visas you apply for depends on the company's size, the chosen setup, and personal earnings.

Cost of starting a restaurant in Dubai

The cost of setting up a restaurant in Dubai varies widely. For example, the price of opening a food truck is much lower than opening a large restaurant. The cost also depends on the chosen cuisine, the area you wish to set up your business, number of employees, etc. The most ingenious way is to approach a company formation expert who can understand your requirements and comes out with a detailed quote.

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How to Start a Restaurant or Cafeteria Business in Dubai and the UAE
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How to Start a Restaurant or Cafeteria Business in Dubai and the UAE

The restaurant sector is expanding all around the world. Despite global economic swings, nothing appears to diminish our desire to eat out. According to recent estimates, the global food service sector is worth approximately USD 3 trillion. And there are no signs of it stopping down. The tendency is similar in the United Arab Emirates. The restaurant market in the United Arab Emirates is expected to be worth USD 3.3 billion. Fast food restaurants account for over USD 1.5 billion, followed by casual dining at USD 880 million and fine dining at USD 840 million. However, a big market isn't the only reason why the UAE's restaurant sector is so appealing. We dine out 6.75 times a week on average in the UAE, which is more than the US average of 4.2 times. If you want to build a restaurant or a cafeteria in Dubai, now is an excellent moment to do so.

Restaurant Formation in Dubai

The creation procedure is basically the same whether you want to create a restaurant or a cafeteria in Dubai. You'll need two different licences. The first is a business permit. The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) or a free zone can be used to apply for this. Then you must have the food control department approve your restaurant plans. After you've finished this step, you'll be able to apply for your food license. The Dubai Municipality Food Safety Department has released this statement. You must include a copy of your trade license as well as a restaurant floor plan that includes all entrances and exits, food processing spaces, food storage areas, all windows and ventilation, all food processing equipment, and all washing equipment as part of your application. The ‘Food Code' must be followed in order for your license to stay valid. This is similar to food safety regulations in many other large nations, and it entails fulfilling specific standards for food preparation, production, and cleanliness. The regulation includes everything from food preparation and storage to ventilation and cleaning facilities, among other things. Any institution that prepares or serves food, such as restaurants, cafeterias, motels, and supermarkets, is subject to the regulation.

The Application Process

While there are some extra steps to applying for a food license, the procedure for applying for a commerce license is quite straightforward. You must first define your company operations before submitting your initial application. Will you be running a café, a restaurant, a culinary kitchen, or anything similar? You should also specify the sort of cuisine you want to sell, as well as how you want to sell it: eat-in, take-out, or delivery. To minimize delays in your license application, it's critical that you include these data. You must also avoid engaging in any trading activity that is not specified on your license. Working with a company setup specialist at this point is a fantastic option because this is such a precise element of the application procedure. Now that you've settled on your trade activity, it's time to pick a firm name. There are a few additional criteria to consider in the UAE that may not apply in other parts of the world. For starters, your company name can only contain your whole name if it is utilised in its entirety. Instead of J Smith Foods or Smith Foods, John Smith Foods is used. The rest is pretty self-evident. You cannot, for example, use the name of an actual organisation like NASA or MI5, and your firm name should not contain any derogatory or blasphemous words. Finally, make sure that the name you want to use is accessible for registration. This is another phase where a business creation professional may assist you. It's now time to submit your application for a trade licence. If you want to open a business on the Dubai mainland, you must first apply to the Dubai Economic Department (DED). You can apply directly to the relevant management authority for free zone installations. In both situations, you should include the following documentation as a bare minimum:
  • Finished application form
  • A passport copy of the potential owner or owners
  • Two passport size photos in colour.
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