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Dubai Launches ‘Dubai Unified Licence’ in Bid to Streamline and Digitalise Business Approval Process

Dubai is moving to further streamline and digitalize the business approval and licence process in the emirate, with its Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) announcing the launch of the ‘Dubai Unified Licence’ (DUL), which will assign a unique commercial identification to all businesses in the emirate.

Issued to existing and newly established businesses in Dubai operating with either a mainland or a free zone licence, the DUL initiative introduces a unified digital registry.

Launched in collaboration with the Dubai Free Zones Council, the registry will consolidate all economic establishments in Dubai and its Free Zones into a single platform for data management, collation, and sharing, serving as a reliable single digital information source.

The initiative aims to standardise and streamline Dubai’s business processes in accordance with global best practises, ensuring that the latest company records, including licence details and data, are consistently maintained within the registry.

Streamlined approach

The ‘Dubai Unified Licence’ is expected to enhance efficiency and reduce the time required for companies to establish and manage their operations by simplifying the setup and operational procedures for businesses in the emirate.

The move is in line with the authorities’ bid to further bolster Dubai’s competitiveness as a business-friendly destination.

The latest decision is expected to be particularly attractive to international investors and entrepreneurs seeking a hassle-free business environment, further solidifying Dubai’s appeal as a preferred global business hub.

Additionally, the unified digital platform will ensure greater transparency and ease of access to business-related information, further enhancing Dubai’s appeal as a dynamic and trustworthy investment destination.

As part of the initiative, establishments will undergo thorough validation, verification, and screening by the appropriate authorities in order to receive their unique digital identity.

To date, DET has issued over 50,000 licences, with plans to issue more in the coming period, covering all registered companies on the Dubai mainland and in Free Zones.

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