{"id":33461,"date":"2023-01-06T05:38:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-06T05:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/?p=33461"},"modified":"2023-05-13T05:30:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-13T05:30:44","slug":"how-to-get-an-industrial-license-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dev.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/how-to-get-an-industrial-license-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Obtain an Industrial License in Dubai?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"33461\" class=\"elementor elementor-33461\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-eb23e3f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"eb23e3f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4e6bbe0\" data-id=\"4e6bbe0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af0e7bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"af0e7bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The United Arab Emirates is rapidly expanding in the corporate sector. As the business world grows, it has become mandatory to have a legal license to get a business started. At present, the UAE offers licenses in industries such as housekeeping, manufacturing, import and export, and freelancing. In this article, we will discuss<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> How to Get an Industrial License in Dubai?<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An industrial license in Dubai is given to businesses that turn natural resources or raw materials into finished goods. This transformation can be carried out either mechanically or manually, and it can also begin with raw materials or semi-manufactured materials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Segregation, production, packaging, accumulation, and other industrial license activities are the most common and are issued by the DED or Department of Economic Development in general. However, the license must be approved by the Dubai Municipality and other ministries and authorities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The industrial license can be issued for the following business sectors:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Textile manufacturing<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paper manufacturing<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food industries<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bread manufacturing<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manufacture of petroleum products<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The casting of the metals industry<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engines and equipment manufacturing<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/how-to-get-general-trading-license-in-dubai\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Can I Get a General Trading License in Dubai?\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p><h2><b>Conditions to Be Fulfilled to Get an Industrial License<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you have fulfilled all the specifications confirmed by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moiat.gov.ae\/en\/services\/issue-industrial-production-license\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before you apply for an industrial license. The specifications are as listed below:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Office Space<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you want to apply for an industrial license, your company must have\u00a0 a physical warehouse and an office in the UAE. Virtual office space is not acceptable.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Local License<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: You must obtain the Industrial license from a local licensing department<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Capital<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The capital of your business must be at least AED 250,000.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Employees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Total of 10 employees at least<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Documents Needed to Obtain Industrial License<\/b><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company\u2019s registration document<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shareholder passport copy<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE local sponsor\u2019s National Identity copy<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memorandum of Association with the shareholders and local sponsor\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data report on the production costs<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The business model of the factory<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueprint of the Factory plans<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land Lease Agreement for the site when approved<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Procedure to Obtain an Industrial License<\/b><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start a business or make changes to an existing business, you must have the permission of the Dubai authorities.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You then have to apply to the Department of Economic Development (DED) for an industrial license once you get their approval.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your application gets accepted, the DED will contact you\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The Industrial Registry, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Ministry of Health, and the other authorities must also approve your license.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must apply the above-mentioned documents in compliance with the specifications of the relevant authorities.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Cost of Industrial License<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of obtaining an industrial license depends on where you are applying for an industrial license. Whether you are applying for an industrial license in the mainland or free zone determines the cost of obtaining an industrial license. Other factors include the cost of leasing space, the cost of additional permits and registrations, and the cost of the trade license. The cost of an industrial license is around AED 35,000 on average.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/top-reasons-to-start-business-in-freezone-dubai\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top 5 Reasons to Start Business in a Freezone in Dubai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Privileges of Industrial License<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ministries and authorities in the United Arab Emirates have given special rights to the companies that have obtained industrial licenses. The aim of this is to encourage industries and increase investment in the industry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listed below are some of the benefits of obtaining an industrial license in Dubai:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terms for renting space that has been specifically made to support the investor<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government provides land at a reduced rate for developing your industry<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water, electricity, and other necessities are available at reduced rates<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guidance focused on the methods used by industries that are similar to yours to improve your industry<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Innovative products can qualify for a loan with less interest rates<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government will help you financially during the R&amp;D phase if your product is expected to improve the nation\u2019s economy<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exceptional quality goods will be on top priority during official procurement<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Obligations of an Industrial License Holder<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The federal government of the United Arab Emirates has placed some obligations on an industrial license holder in Dubai. To prevent unwelcome consequences and for the smooth operation of your business, you must adhere to the obligations. Once your project gets accepted, you must start building your industrial space within 6 months of receiving approval.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit all the necessary documents to the Department of Economic Development (DED).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are all set to begin your industrial operation, you must first send a letter to the Department of Economic Development. After which DED grants an authorization certificate.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your industry must be registered in the registry of industries. Send a letter to the appropriate authority requesting your registration.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to make any changes or amendments to your company\u2019s records, send a letter to the Department of Economic Development describing the changes in a specified format.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You cannot sell or lease the property given to you by the government for developing your industry.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The data of all the enrolled workers in your company must be created and a copy must be sent to the DED.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All the goods and materials imported after requesting customs duty exemption must not be used unless stated otherwise.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the land\u2019s legislation, laws, and policies to the letter.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All instructions for maintaining fitness, hygiene, and industrial safety must be followed to the letter.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reports must be submitted to the appropriate authorities on a regular basis.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/how-can-business-consultants-help\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> how business setup consultants in Dubai, UAE, can help<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your company in need of an industrial license? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A&amp;A Associate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the top <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">business setup consultants in Dubai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, UAE, can help you get an industrial license. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaconsultancy.ae\/dubai\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get in touch<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with us and get your industrial license approved!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The United Arab Emirates is rapidly expanding in the corporate sector. 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