Eligibility Criteria for Obtaining a Home-Based Business License in UAE Mainland

To obtain a home-based business license in the UAE mainland, you need to meet certain eligibility criteria. 

Here are some of the requirements:

UAE residency: You must be a UAE resident with a valid residency visa.

Property ownership or tenancy contract: You must own a property or have a tenancy contract for a residential property in the UAE mainland. The property should be approved by the Dubai Municipality for commercial activities.

No objection certificate (NOC): You must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your landlord or the property owner allowing you to conduct business activities at the property.

Business activity: Your business activity must be approved by the Department of Economic Development (DED) and should be suitable for a home-based business. For example, activities such as consultancy, online sales, and freelancing are suitable for a home-based business license.

Business plan: You must submit a detailed business plan to the DED, outlining your business activities, target market, marketing strategies, and financial projections.

Minimum capital: You must deposit a minimum capital amount as per the DED guidelines. This amount varies depending on the type of business activity and can range from AED 10,000 to AED 50,000.

Additional permits: Depending on your business activity, you may need to obtain additional permits from relevant authorities such as the Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence, and Dubai Health Authority.

It is important to note that the eligibility criteria for obtaining a home-based business license may vary depending on the type of business activity and the emirate you are operating in. It is recommended to consult with a legal or business advisor to understand the licensing requirements and ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria.