Licence details

How it works

Copy of the current DET trade licence (or the licence number)
copy
Authorisation letter from the licence owner/manager, if someone else applies
in some casesoriginalOnly if: Applicant is not a licence member

Full details (partners, shares) are given to licence members or authorised persons; the DUL QR shows only public information.

Processing time: Usually the same day at a service centre or online (no official time published).
Validity of the result: Shows the data on the day it is issued.
Where it is applied for: DET service centres or the Invest in Dubai portal.

Submit the request with the licence number on the portal or at a DET service centre.
Pay the fee and receive the document (printed or PDF).

Tips that save you a trip

To check a supplier or partner's licence, scan their DUL QR code or search their DUL number on Invest in Dubai first: it is free.

Common reasons for rejection or delay

Requested by someone who is not a licence member and has no authorisation letter.

Can I see who owns another company?

Public DUL data shows basic licence information; partner and beneficial owner data is confidential and given only to authorised parties.

Checked by the MARIO E.G.S.H team on 2026-10-08. Rules can change at any time; our consultant confirms the details for your case.

Official sources

Legal basis

Dubai Executive Council Resolution No. 13 of 2011 (fees and fines of the Department of Economic Development, now DET)

Renew a Dubai mainland licence through Invest in Dubai, including Ejari and approvals check.

Moves your licensed business to a new location and updates the licence with Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET).

Reserves a new trade name or renews an existing reservation with Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET).

Obtains or renews the initial approval for your business activity from Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET).