Why mainland for e-commerce
- Direct delivery to UAE consumers
- Easier acceptance by local payment gateways and marketplaces
- No distributor needed for UAE sales
Plan for
- An Ejari-registered address
- Licence activities that cover the goods you sell
- Approvals for regulated products (for example food)
Alternatives
Meydan, IFZA, Dubai CommerCity and DMCC for cross-border selling. Guide: UAE e-commerce licence.
Sources and verification
Government-fee figures are those published by Dubai’s authorities as compiled in public guides and reviewed July 2026; amounts marked indicative come from market guides and vary. Confirm every figure with Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET) before paying. Reviewed September 2026.
- UAE Government portal
- Federal Tax Authority
- Market guide: Mainland company formation Dubai cost (2026)
- Market guide: How to set up a company in Dubai (2026)
Fee-data status: Published (government) and Indicative (market) as labelled in each table.
Dubai mainland e-commerce licence: FAQs
Do I need an office for an e-commerce licence in Dubai mainland?
Mainland licences generally require an Ejari-registered address; confirm what DET accepts for your activity.
Mainland or free zone for e-commerce?
Mainland for UAE consumers; a free zone can be cheaper for cross-border selling.
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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.