Renewal fees
Renewal fees depend on the licence, package and office solution; see DMCC’s schedule of charges and licence renewal packages. DMCC has quoted about AED 20,265 a year for trading and service licences.
Multi-year and package benefits
- Some companies can renew for 2, 3 or 5 years, subject to eligibility
- Prime Plus: DMCC states a guaranteed price freeze on licence renewal (three-year option)
- Ecosystem packages: DMCC states 50% off the second year’s renewal fees
Deadlines and penalties
Renew before the expiry date to avoid sanctions and penalties; failure can ultimately lead to licence termination (DMCC).
Budgeting year two
Also budget the office or desk renewal, visa renewals and accounting. See licence cost and tax compliance.
Sources and verification
Facts attributed to DMCC come from its own published guide and package pages (links below), accessed September 2026. Prices and rules change — confirm on dmcc.ae before paying. Figures from market guides are labelled as such.
- DMCC — Business Activities and Licences: A Complete Guide (9 Apr 2026)
- DMCC — Business setup packages
- DMCC — Schedule of charges
- DMCC — Public register
- DMCC — Set up a new business
Fee-data status: Published fees — DMCC package prices as published by DMCC; other costs are indicative.
DMCC licence renewal: FAQs
How much is DMCC licence renewal?
DMCC quotes about AED 20,265 a year for trading and service licences, varying by licence, package and office.
Can I renew for several years?
Subject to eligibility, DMCC says some companies can renew for 2, 3 or 5 years.
What happens if I renew late?
Penalties may apply and the licence can ultimately be terminated.
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Information on this page is general and was compiled from public sources; fees and rules are set by the relevant authorities and change. Figures were last reviewed in July 2026 and exclude professional-service fees, office rent beyond any bundled desk, external approvals and bank requirements. This is not legal, tax or immigration advice. Always confirm the current position with the relevant authority before paying. See our Disclaimer.