Business Setup
Standard Economic Licence
The Standard Economic Licence covers more than 1,100 economic activities across many different sectors including real estate, transport, contracting, public commerce, hospitals and clinics, among many others.
Why choose a Standard Economic Licence?
Open to UAE Nationals, UAE Residents and GCC Nationals
The Standard Economic Licence is ideal for UAE Nationals or residents with companies in partnership with UAE Nationals.
Wide Range of Industries
Opportunity across a broad range of sectors.
Office Required
You are required to lease office space, however it is optional in the first year for some economic activities.
6 Investor-Selected Activities Included
The basic cost of AED 1,200 for the Standard Economic Licence includes 6 investor-selected activities.
*Fees depend on the economic activities and legal form selected.
Additional Activities Can Be Added
Additional economic activities can be added for an additional fee of AED 100.
All Legal Forms Allowed
The business must be set up as an Establishment, Public Shareholding Company, Private Joint Stock Company, Sole Proprietorship LLC, Sole Proprietorship PJSC, Limited Liability Company, Partnership Company or Limited Partnership.
Required Documents
- Memorandum of Association
- Tawtheeq
- Lease Agreement
Register your business today.
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Select your activities and the suitable licence type.
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Fill out your forms.
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Finalize necessary approvals.
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Expand and grow your business in Abu Dhabi.
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