What it is
Full mainland access. Zero coordination drag
A professional licence gives service businesses full mainland access in Dubai. It is built for expertise led firms, such as consultancies, studios, practices, and specialist providers, that need to contract onshore without coordination headaches. Most activities allow 100 percent foreign ownership. Where a local service agent is required, we appoint one without decision rights, so control stays with you. Takween orchestrates every step, from initial approval to banking and the first visas, and we keep the process aligned to your deadline.
HOW IT WORKS
The path to live trading — Professional license in dubai
Scoping and alignment
We confirm activities, shareholders, manager appointment, and the premises plan in a short call. We reserve the trade name and file initial approval the same day.
Drafting and attestations
We prepare the memorandum or the service agent agreement, arrange notarisation, and complete any legalisation needed for corporate shareholders.
Premises and issuance
We register a flexi desk or an office so the authority can issue your trade licence and establishment card.
Go live
You receive a bank ready documentation pack. We register VAT where relevant and start investor and employment visas.
DOCUmentation
What we need to start the process
Shareholder and manager IDs
Passports and UAE entry or visa pages for each person.
Contact and address
Current residential address and contact details for all parties.
Corporate shareholders
Legalized corporate documents, a board resolution authorizing the setup, and a clear structure chart.
Professional qualifications
Certificates or regulator approvals where the activity requires them.
Premises evidence
Flexi desk booking or office lease to enable licence and visas.
Authorization
If required, a power of attorney so we can complete filings on your behalf.
costs and timelines
Clear costs, precise timing.
Authority fees
Trade name, initial approval, license issuance, and establishment card. Exact amounts depend on the activity list and the authority schedule.
Premises
Flexi desk or office, selected to match visa targets and inspection rules. We confirm the right choice in scoping.
Professional services
Drafting, attestations, government liaison, and a bank ready documentation pack. Pricing is fixed and transparent in your proposal.
Typical timing
With documents and premises ready, licensing completes in three to seven days. Banking timing depends on profile and completeness. Our pack is designed to shorten review time.
What can extend timing
Sector approvals, incomplete attestations, or changes to the activity mix. We flag these at scoping so you can plan with confidence.
COMPLIANCE
Stay compliant, avoid interruptions.
VAT
Register when taxable supplies meet, or are expected to meet, AED 375,000 in twelve months. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500.
Corporate tax
Zero percent up to AED 375,000 of taxable income. Nine percent above that threshold for mainland entities.
UBO, ESR, AML and KYC
Keep UBO records current. Assess economic substance. Maintain AML and KYC files that match your activity and risk profile.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew the license, establishment card, and visas on schedule. Maintain accurate books and supporting documents. We set a simple annual calendar so nothing slips.
VAT
Register when taxable supplies meet, or are expected to meet, AED 375,000 in twelve months. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500.
Corporate tax
Zero percent up to AED 375,000 of taxable income. Nine percent above that threshold for mainland entities.
UBO, ESR, AML and KYC
Keep UBO records current. Assess economic substance. Maintain AML and KYC files that match your activity and risk profile.
Renewals and record keeping
Renew the license, establishment card, and visas on schedule. Maintain accurate books and supporting documents. We set a simple annual calendar so nothing slips.
WHY TAKWEEN
Your professional license, done right the first time
We combine expertise, personalized service, and a commitment to excellence to make your professional license application seamless.
Expert Consultants
Our team consists of seasoned professionals with extensive knowledge of UAE business regulations.
Personalized Service
We tailor our services to meet your specific business needs and objectives.
Fast Processing
Efficient processing to get your business up and running in the shortest possible time.
Ongoing Support
Continuous assistance even after your business is established for smooth operations.
24/7 Support
On-call support for quick answers and fixes. One contact logs requests, tracks status, and escalates vendors so work stays on schedule.
FAQs
Straight answers to common questions.
Start your professional company, the right way
Ready to start your UAE business journey?
Tell us your activities and hiring plan. We will confirm the steps, run the filings, and hand you a bank ready pack so you can start invoicing fast.