How it works
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Documents
You
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Reviewed by MARIO E.G.S.H AI
MARIO E.G.S.H AI
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Submitted on Invest in Dubai
Runner at DET
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Licence issued
DET
Documents required
Copy of the current DET trade licence (or the licence number)
copyAuthorisation letter from the licence owner/manager, if someone else applies
in some casesoriginalOnly if: Applicant is not a licence member
Conditions, time and validity
- Only for a valid licence (an expired licence must be renewed first).
- A lost original is replaced through a 'replacement of lost licence' request, which costs more than a copy.
- Processing time
- Usually the same day at a service centre or online (no official time published).
- Validity of the result
- Same validity as the licence itself.
- Where it is applied for
- DET service centres or the Invest in Dubai portal.
Steps at the authority
- 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
- Many entities accept the DUL QR code or the emailed PDF; ask first before paying for a printed copy.
Common reasons for rejection or delay
- Licence expired or blocked by unpaid fines.
- Requested by someone who is not a licence member and has no authorisation letter.
Questions and answers
Where is my licence after renewal?
DET sends the licence to the registered email after payment; we can print it or get a certified copy if needed.
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
- Dubai Legislation Portal - Executive Council Resolution No. 13 of 2011 (fees and fines of the Department of Economic Development)
- Invest in Dubai (DET) - Dubai Unified Licence guide
- Invest in Dubai (DET) - Frequently asked questions (Dubai Unified Licence)
- Gulf News (14 Nov 2023) - Renew your trade licence online (secondary)
Legal basis
Dubai Executive Council Resolution No. 13 of 2011 (fees and fines of the Department of Economic Development, now DET)
Related services
Trade licence renewal
Renew a Dubai mainland licence through Invest in Dubai, including Ejari and approvals check.
Change business location
Moves your licensed business to a new location and updates the licence with Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET).
Reserve and renew trade name
Reserves a new trade name or renews an existing reservation with Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET).
Issue and renew initial approval
Obtains or renews the initial approval for your business activity from Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET).

