How To Get A Restaurant License

In UAE 2024?

Get Your Restaurant License In Dubai With The Top Business Consultants

Restaurants are one of the most popular types of companies to establish in Dubai. Dubai, the most appealing emirate in the UAE, is one of the top 10 travel destinations in the world, with a growing tourist impact each year. One of the most rewarding possibilities is to open a restaurant here.

To start a restaurant business in Dubai, you can contact Express PRO Business Setup Services. Our pros will advise you and handle all of the necessary paperwork for establishing a business and obtaining a restaurant license in Dubai. Our skilled advice and assistance will unlock the door to wealth for you.

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What is Restaurant License in Dubai

A business license is an important document issued by the UAE Department of Economic Growth that authorizes a corporation to carry out specific operations. A restaurant license permits you to open a restaurant in Dubai, sell specialty foods, and engage in other economic activities. A Dubai restaurant license is also available for businesses operating within the Dubai Free Zone, as well as professionals providing industry-specific services. The Department of Economic Development issues all restaurant licenses.

Why Should You Get a restaurant License in Sharjah, Ajman or Dubai?

Obtaining a restaurant license in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, or any of the UAE’s emirates has numerous advantages. One of the main factors creating firms to the country is the opportunity for expansion and international recognition.

Here are some other benefits for getting a restaurant license in the UAE:

Import duty is low
Easy access to the corporate bank account
Tax-free benefits
Paid-up capital is not necessary
Gateway for local restaurant
Business-friendly government

How To Open a Restaurant Business in Dubai?

Food is one of the most basic need of all living things. Because hygiene and health factors have a direct impact on an individual’s health, the authorities have established severe standards for monitoring hygiene and health variables. Following compliance with food preparation and distribution requirements, you must get permissions from food and safety agencies.

If you are a first-time ex-pat or an inexperienced entrepreneur, the process may appear difficult. Express PRO’s professional direction and support will be critical in completing all procedures and starting the restaurant company in Dubai as soon as possible.

Let’s have a look at the procedures to starting a restaurant in Dubai.

Select the Location

Food and Trading License in Dubai

Estimate the Budget Based on the Plan

Start-up of the Restaurant in Dubai

Select the Location

Choosing a location is critical when beginning a restaurant business in Dubai. Although every neighborhood in Dubai has a fantastic possibility for growth, the location has a significant impact on giving you with an early ROI.

We will assist you in selecting the ideal site for the type of restaurant you wish to open in Dubai or any other region of the UAE. Rather of providing you with shallow guidance, our executives will provide you with a full analysis and solutions based on the restaurant you intend to open in the region.

Food and Trading License in Dubai

To open a restaurant in Dubai, you must first obtain a food and restaurant license. The license is issued by the Department of Tourism and Commercial Marketing (DTCM) in collaboration with the Department of Food and Safety.

To obtain a food and restaurant license in Dubai, an application in the required format, along with the required papers, must be filed. At the same time, the Department of Economic Development (DED) will grant the Trade License for starting a business in Dubai. The total charges for both licenses would be roughly AED 50k.

Estimate the Budget Based on the Plan

You must plan your strategy, including the finances. It will include the fees of getting a Dubai Restaurant License, as well as operational and other relevant charges. The assistance of our skilled professionals will be quite beneficial in developing the restaurant business plan in Dubai.

The move by the imaginative leadership to change the sponsorship requirement benefits ex-pats. As a result, you don’t require a local Emirati sponsor to start a restaurant in Dubai. The expatriate who operates a restaurant in Dubai can own 100% of the company.

Start-up of the Restaurant in Dubai

Once you have received a food and trading license, you can begin operating your restaurant. To secure the success of your organization, you must devise a failsafe plan. The restaurant industry in Dubai will be critical to your success as an entrepreneur.

Architectural Prerequisites for a New Restaurant in Dubai

The federal authorities in Dubai has made requirements for the development of the restaurant and surrounding region. You must ensure that the measurements, specifications, and constraints are all taken into account when planning and building the restaurant. Otherwise, the authority may reject your application or ask you to take corrective action before operations begin.

The size of the kitchen must be at least 40% of the area of the restaurant
Proper ventilation should be ensured. The smoke should not bother the customers.
Chimney should be at an adequate height
At the restaurant, storage facilities, such as deep freeze equipment and a refrigerator, are needed.
A dedicated area is compulsory for cleaning of food items and utensils. The vegetarian and non-vegetarian zones can be designated separately.
Fireproof construction
Drainage pipe of specific dimension and construction

Documents Required for a Dubai Trade License

During the application process, there are several documents that you will have to provide that will need
to be reviewed before approval. You’ll need

Application form

Your business plan

Passport copies from the shareholders and partners

Reference from the bank

Letter of intent

A No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from your sponsor

Notarized copy of Registry Identification Form

Passport-sized photo of the Director or the Manager

Details of share capital

Documents Required for Starting a Restaurant in Dubai

Two types of documents are required for starting a restaurant business in Dubai, i.e. essential documents and optional documents. Both are enumerated below.

The following documents are required to open a restaurant in Dubai:

Food License
Trading License
Approval from relevant authorities
NOC from Municipality

Optional Documents that you can obtain depending on your needs are:

Liquor Permit
Ramadan Permit
Food Delivery Permit
Pork Permit

Why Express PRO for Construction Business Setup in Dubai?

Express PRO Business Setup Services has been the number one choice for ex-pats to establish a business in Dubai or any other region in UAE, since 2019. For more than two decades, we have been instrumental in realizing the business goals of many expatriates and residents. Choosing us to establish your business entity in Dubai would be an excellent option that would open up a world of possibilities for you. Express PRO professionals will guide you, through all the official formalities for setting up a restaurant business and obtaining a restaurant license in Dubai.

What we do?

ExpressPRO gives you all of the tools you need to form and register your business. The UAE is well-known for its ease of doing business. However, even a minor blunder could cause your plans to fall through. We will walk you through the full procedure to ensure that you have no problems. Throughout the process, we will provide you with the financial and legal guidance you require to help your firm succeed.

How do we help?

ExpressPRO will walk you through the whole business setup procedure from beginning to end. We have a one-of-a-kind staff of company setup experts, lawyers, and PRO executives who can help you with anything you need to make the business establishment process as simple as possible. We can truly do it all!

Why choose us?

Our services are distinctive. We customize our services to your specific business needs. We prioritize our clients, and it shows! When you engage with ExpressPRO, you are getting more than just someone to help you form your company; you are also getting a company that will be there to provide crucial insights throughout the life of your company.

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions On Trade License in Dubai

What are the additional permits we can obtain for the restaurant business?

The additional permits you can obtain are:

Pork Permit
Liquor Permit
Ramadan Permit
Food Delivery Permit

Do I need a trading license for starting a restaurant?

Yes, you must obtain a food license, as well as, trading license in Dubai to establish a restaurant. The Department of Economic Development (DED) will issue the trading license.

How can I contact Express PRO Business Setup Services?

You can reach out to us on +971 4 584 0955. Alternatively via email on contact@expresspro.ae

Is setting up a restaurant business in Dubai a complicated process?

Setting up a restaurant in Dubai is fussy compared to other business options. However, the business offers excellent growth probabilities. As a result, the number of expats choosing to open a restaurant in Dubai has been steadily increasing. Express PRO will carry out the complete restaurant business set up process on behalf of you. Making it simple to open a restaurant in Dubai.

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