E-commerce Licence

E-commerce Licence in Dubai

IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO APPLY FOR AN E-COMMERCE LICENCE IN DUBAI OR IN ANY OTHER EMIRATE THEN WE ARE HERE

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What is an E-Commerce License & Why Do You Need It?

The e-commerce industry in the United Arab Emirates is booming! If you're wondering why so many people are attempting to obtain an e-commerce license in Dubai, it's because the UAE e-commerce market grew by 53% year over year to reach USD 3.9 billion in 2020. According to market analysts, this is only the beginning and by 2025, the UAE's e-commerce industry will be worth USD 8 billion. In just four years, that's more than twice its present worth!  It is understandable why so many people want to create their own internet business and begin utilizing the enormous prospects that await aspiring entrepreneurs. This is most likely the reason you are here.  

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Process

How to apply for an e-commerce licence in the UAE

1. Prepare the following details and documents

Name of the company Business activities 
A copy of your admission stamp, passport, or visa 
Ratio of shares  
All company shareholders' phone number, email address, and full address  Pictures (if the free zone requires them)  

2. Liaise with your chosen free zone / mainland jurisdiction

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3. Wait for your documents to be released

4. Start your visa application

Which free zones grant licenses for e-commerce?

In the UAE, there are numerous free zones that provide an e-commerce license or another option that enables you to carry out e-commerce operations. You can apply for an e-commerce license in the following major UAE free zones:  

Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) and Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC)  

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) Fujairah Creative City Dubai South  

Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) and Sharjah Media City (SHAMS)

What are the different types of e-commerce licences in the mainland?

You should familiarize yourself with the alternatives provided by various mainland authorities if you are obtaining a mainland e-commerce license.

Dubai
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The eTrader license, which is granted by the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), enables business owners to use social media platforms for their operations. However, only UAE and GCC nationalities residing in Dubai are currently eligible for the eTrader license.   
Furthermore, you are not permitted to open a physical store or apply for a visa, and only one owner may be registered.   

Getting a general trade license in mainland Dubai is an additional choice that enables you to carry out business online. This premium trading license is available for as little as AED 30,000. 
Abu Dhabi

For UAE citizens and residents, as well as GCC nationals, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) grants Tajer Abu Dhabi, its version of an internet trading license.

It enables license holders to get a new license to conduct business online (via websites or social media channels) or to add their online business operations to their current trade licenses.   Three different types of legal structures are supported by this e-commerce license:   
Establishment for GCC and Emirati citizens   Limited Liability business for UAE citizens with Emirati partners; single shareholder business for Emir
Sharjah

The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) grants Eitimad licenses to online and web-based companies that use social media platforms. Residents of Sharjah who are UAE nationals are eligible for the license. Additionally, they must be at least eighteen.partners