Consultancy licence in Dubai
Consulting is one of the most common activities for international founders moving to Dubai, and one of the simplest to license.
Options
- Free zone consultancy licence: fast, often remote, with visa packages. Popular zones: IFZA, Meydan Free Zone, SPC Free Zone.
- Mainland professional licence: for consultants serving UAE clients directly, including government entities. Some professional licences need a local service agent.
Types of consultancy
Management, strategy, HR, marketing, IT, engineering, education, environmental and many other specific consultancy activities exist. Choose the one that matches your contracts, as banks and clients will read it.
Qualifications
Some consultancy activities require evidence of qualifications or experience, particularly engineering and certain technical fields.
Common questions
Can a free zone consultant invoice UAE mainland clients?
Providing services to mainland clients is common for free zone consultancies. Check your specific activity and client type with us.
Official sources
We check our guidance against these official sources. Always confirm current fees and rules before acting.