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Industrial License in Dubai
Set up a manufacturing or industrial business with the right licence, premises and approvals.
Industrial licensing in the UAE
An industrial licence is needed for manufacturing, processing, assembly and similar activities. Industrial companies need suitable premises in designated industrial areas and may require environmental, civil defence and municipality approvals.
We coordinate the licence with the premises search and the technical approvals so your facility can start production without avoidable delays.
At a glance
- Manufacturing and processing activities
- Premises in industrial areas
- Environmental and safety approvals
- Mainland and free zone options
- Possible eligibility for industrial support programmes
What we handle
- Activity and feasibility review
- Site and premises selection
- Initial approval
- Environmental and civil defence approvals
- Municipality approvals
- Licence issuance
- Customs registration
- Visas for workforce
- Bank account support
- ICV certification support
Why set up with Emna Capital
01
One point of contact
A single advisor manages your file from the first call to the day your licence, visas and bank account are ready.
02
The right jurisdiction
We compare mainland, free zone and offshore options against your activity, clients and budget before you commit.
03
Paperwork done properly
Applications, attestations and translations are prepared and checked by our team to avoid rejections and delays.
04
Support after setup
Accounting, VAT, corporate tax, renewals and PRO work continue with the same team once you are trading.
How it works
Step 1
Free consultation
We discuss your activity, clients, visas and budget and recommend the right route.
Step 2
Documents and approvals
We prepare the application, collect signatures and obtain the required approvals.
Step 3
Licence issued
Fees are paid and the licence and corporate documents issued.
Step 4
Visas and banking
We process visas and support your corporate bank account application.
Step 5
Technical approvals
Environmental, safety and municipality approvals are coordinated for the facility.
Step 6
Start production
Once inspections are complete, the facility is ready to operate.
Frequently asked questions
In designated industrial areas on the mainland or in industrial free zones. The location depends on the process and logistics needs.
Longer than commercial licences, because technical approvals and inspections are involved.
Selling into the mainland may involve customs duties and a distributor. We explain the trade offs.
Yes. Industrial companies often benefit from ICV certification when supplying government and large corporate clients.
Talk to an Emna Capital advisor
Tell us what you are planning and we will map out the route, the paperwork and the timeline. The first consultation is free.