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Virtual Licence

The Virtual Licence enables foreign investors to establish a business in Abu Dhabi remotely, so they’re ready to start operations as soon as they arrive for the first time in the UAE. It’s a streamlined, time-saving way to hit the ground running.

Why choose the Virtual Licence?

Open to Foreigners

Open to Foreigners

The Virtual Licence is ideal for anyone residing outside of the UAE who wants to conduct business in Abu Dhabi.
No Office Required

No Office Required

You can run your business directly from home.
Wide Range of Industries

Wide Range of Industries

Opportunity across a broad range of sectors.
6 Investor-Selected Activities Included

6 Investor-Selected Activities Included

The cost of the Virtual Licence is between AED 790-5,500 and includes 6 investor-selected activities.
*Fees depend on the economic activities and legal form selected.
Additional Activities Can Be Added

Additional Activities Can Be Added

Additional economic activities can be added for an additional fee of AED 100.
*Fees depend on the economic activities and legal form selected.
Two Legal Forms Allowed

Two Legal Forms Allowed

You can set up your business as a Sole Proprietorship or Limited Liability Company.
Required Documents

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Photo
Register your business today.

  • Select your activities and the suitable licence type.

  • Fill out your forms.

  • Finalize necessary approvals.

  • Expand and grow your business in Abu Dhabi.

FAQs

According to the definition of the establishment in Resolution 145/2020, as a sole proprietorship owned by one natural person through which he exercises economic activity and is responsible for its business, unlimited personal responsibility.

Notifications are received by text message and email.

Submitting an application to the Economic licensing team, provided that the following requirements are met:
1 - Attaching an undertaking from the service agent not to ask the licence owner for any rights or demands.
2- The licence has expired a year or more ago, or the term of the service agent contract, if any, has expired.
The service agent must prove with a document from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation that there are no workers.

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