The E-Trader License is a digital business license issued by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). It allows UAE and GCC nationals residing in Dubai to legally sell products or offer services online via social media platforms or e-commerce websites without needing a physical shop.

Dubai Residence  are eligible for E-trader license with professional activities

Only UAE and GCC nationals who live in Dubai are eligible to apply for an E-Trader Commercial License. 

No, the E-Trader License is exclusively for individual entrepreneurs and does not include visa quotas or employee sponsorship. However, UAE nationals holding the license are allowed to hire up to 3 employees.

The annual fee for a Professional Activity License is AED 1,070, while a Commercial License costs AED 1,370 per year, plus a registration fee of AED 346.50

Yes, you can apply for a freelancer license without needing a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current employer. This allows you to work on your freelance projects alongside your regular job.

• Directly visiting DET Service Center or

• Through  Dubai Economy Center – we handle the full application process via WhatsApp or website for your convenience.

Yes. Once licensed, you can legally promote your services and products on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and your own website.

To apply for a business license, you typically need:

• A valid passport copy  &  passport holding photo of the owner(s)
• A proposed business name
• Visa Copy / UID number

The license supports both commercial and professional activities such as:

• Selling handmade products

• Social media product sales

• Fashion design and tailoring

• Freelance photography or videography

• Digital marketing and consulting services